Wedding of Prince Takamado, 1984
Japan
Crown Prince Akishino of Japan
Emperor Naruhito’s Daijō-sai
Emperor Naruhito’s Enthronement Parade
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
Emperor Naruhito’s Enthronement Dinner
Emperor Naruhito of Japan is being Officially Enthroned as the 126th Emperor on the Chrysanthemum Throne in a series of Ceremonies and Banquets in Tokyo this week, with a multitude Royal Guests from around the world in attendance. 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
Emperor Naruhito’s Enthronement Tea Party
Emperor Naruhito of Japan is being Officially Enthroned as the 126th Emperor on the Chrysanthemum Throne in a series of Ceremonies and Banquets in Tokyo this week, with a multitude Royal Guests from around the world in attendance. 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 and HERE to take a look at the Enthronement Banquet. Continue reading
Emperor Naruhito’s Enthronement Banquet
Emperor Naruhito of Japan is being Officially Enthroned as the 126th Emperor on the Chrysanthemum Throne in a series of Ceremonies and Banquets in Tokyo this week, with a multitude Royal Guests from around the world in attendance. 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. Continue reading
Enthronement of Emperor Naruhito of Japan
Emperor Naruhito of Japan is being Officially Enthroned as the 126th Emperor on the Chrysanthemum Throne in a series of Ceremonies and Banquets in Tokyo this week, with a multitude Royal Guests from around the world in attendance. Emperor Naruhito acceded to the Chrysanthemum Thone in May after the abdication of Emperor Akihito the previous day. Click HERE to take a look at our Open Post on the celebrations. Continue reading
Open Post- The Enthronement of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan
Emperor Naruhito of Japan is being Enthroned in a series of lavish Ceremonies in Tokyo this week, with a multitude of Royal Guests from around the world in what promises to be the most glittering royal occasion of the year. Emperor Naruhito acceded to the Chrysanthemum Thone in May after the abdication of Emperor Akihito the previous day. In keeping with the importance of this event, I have decided to create an open post with all the details, links and livestreams from the event, along with live updates, which will keep all of you involved in the time before I post individual, detailed articles about each and every event!
This page will updated live throughout the two days, so be sure to return regularly!
Empress Michiko’s Diamond Necklace
Happy Birthday to Empress Emerita Michiko of Japan, who turns 85 today! The first commoner to marry into the Japanese Imperial Family, the elegant Empress has worn a variety of jewels over the past 60 years, including today’s piece, her Diamond Scroll Necklace- Continue reading
Wedding of Prince Hitachi of Japan, 1964
Princess Chichibu
Prince Hisahito of Japan
Empress Kōjun of Japan
American State Visit to Japan
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan are hosting American President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on their State Visit to Japan from May 25th to 28th, to strengthen diplomatic, political, and economic ties. The President is on a long Foreign Tour and will be on a State Visit to the United Kingdom next week. This is the first State Visit of their Reign, after the Emperor’s Accession earlier this month. Click HERE to look at past American State Visits. Continue reading
Dementia Forum X at the Royal Palace of Stockholm
Emperor Naruhito’s Accession Audience
Accession of Emperor Naruhito of Japan
Abdication of Emperor Akihito of Japan
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko’s Final Engagements
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan have been very busy in the days leading up to the Emperor’s Abdication on April 30th, undertaking a series of engagements to mark the end of the Heisei era, which we are featuring today! Continue reading