The British and Japanese Royal Families presided over the VJ (Victory in Japan) Day 75th Anniversary Commemorations on August 15th, marking the 75th Anniversary of the end of the Second Word War. Royals Families from around Europe presided over the VE Day 75th Anniversary in May.
Today marks the 20th Anniversary of the death of the late Empress Kōjun of Japan, who died on this day in 2000. To mark the Anniversary of the death of an Empress for over 60 years, we are taking a look her Pearl Sautoir.
The ongoing series of events to celebrate the Enthronement of Emperor Naruhito of Japan as the 126th Emperor on the Chrysanthemum Throne continued with a Parade through Tokyo on November 10th. Emperor Naruhito acceded to the Chrysanthemum Thone in May after the abdication of Emperor Akihito the previous day. Click HERE to learn about the Enthronement, HERE to take a look at the Enthronement Banquet, and HERE for the Tea Party. Continue reading
