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News18
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Japan's Princess Kako Flies Economy. Internet Can't Stop Praising Her Humility
Last Updated: Princess Kako of Japan is seen entering the flight alongside other officials who accompanied her for a visit to Brazil. Humility never goes unnoticed, and a viral clip of Princess Kako of Japan is a perfect example. The video shows the royal travelling on an economy flight, despite her imperial status and close ties to Emperor Naruhito, her uncle. According to reports, Princess Kako had visited four different locations prior to boarding and, visibly exhausted, was seen sleeping during the flight. The footage quickly drew praise online, with many applauding her down-to-earth nature. According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the princess was in Brazil to attend the public events on the occasion of the 130th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Initially, in the clip, she is seen entering the flight alongside other officials who accompanied her for a visit to the South American nation. After the lights were turned off, she fell asleep against the window of the domestic flight – a moment that has captured the Internet's heart. 🇯🇵🇧🇷It has been on viral for #Japan 's Princess Kako of Akishino who made her official visit to #Brazil. The Princess was seen travelling in a commercial flight from São Paulo to Campo Grande. She was among her followers and other passengers in the flight.… — Royal World Thailand 🇹🇭 (@rwthofficial) June 18, 2025 Soon after the video gained momentum, social media users shared their reaction in the comments section, with one of them writing, 'She looked like a porcelain doll. It is completely understandable to feel tired with such a packed schedule." Another added, 'People love seeing her. The video shows how humble she is." While social media users had only praises for the princess who fell asleep soon after taking her seat, the Imperial Household Agency (IHA) expressed disappointment at the invasion of privacy. FYI, IHA is responsible for looking after royal affairs. Princess Kako stepped into the spotlight after her elder sister Princess Mako gave her royal title and left the imperial family in 2021 to marry her college sweetheart. After the latter relocated to New York, Kako took on a more public role, often travelling nationally and internationally to represent her royal household. Outside of her official role, she is admired for her grace and dedication. Japanese media often describe her as 'the hope of Japan." During one of her public addresses, she also candidly admitted to having a short temper, which she says is her biggest flaw.
NDTV
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Japan's Princess Kako Praised For Her Humility As She Flies Economy Class
A photo of Princess Kako of Japan is being widely circulated on social media, showing her sleeping on an economy flight to Brazil. The princess is a member of the Japanese imperial family and niece of Emperor Naruhito, but despite her royal connections, she preferred a modest means of travel, drawing appreciation from the online community, who called her charming and humble. The photo showed Princess Kako asleep against the window of a domestic flight. According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the 30-year-old princess had an exhausting day, having visited four different locations before the flight. The princess was visiting the South American nation for public events to mark the 130th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. In the video, she could be seen boarding the flight alongside other officials before falling asleep. 🇯🇵🇧🇷 It has been on viral for #Japan 's Princess Kako of Akishino who made her official visit to #Brazil. The Princess was seen travelling in a commercial flight from São Paulo to Campo Grande. She was among her followers and other passengers in the flight.… — Royal World Thailand 🇹🇭 (@rwthofficial) June 18, 2025 Reacting to the video, one user wrote: 'She looked like a porcelain doll. It is completely understandable to feel tired with such a packed schedule.' Another added: "People love seeing her. The video shows how humble she is." IHA disappointed While social media users had a positive reaction to the princess falling asleep in economy class, the Imperial Household Agency (IHA), responsible for looking after royal affairs, expressed disappointment at the leak. 'In general, it is not desirable to have videos taken without permission during an individual's private moments," said Naomasa Yoshida, the grand master of the crown prince's household at the agency. The agency said it had asked X (formerly known as Twitter) to look into whether the video violated the company's guidelines. Ever since her older sister, Princess Mako, gave up her royal title and left the crown family to marry her college sweetheart, Princess Kako has assumed a prominent role in the public eye. She is often seen representing the royal family on domestic and overseas trips. She is admired for her beauty, grace, and sincerity, with Japanese media calling her 'the hope of Japan'.
Hindustan Times
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Japanese princess flies economy class, praised for her humility as viral photo wins hearts
Princess Kako of Japan has sparked global admiration after a photo of her resting in an economy class seat during a flight in Brazil surfaced online. The 30-year-old, a member of the Japanese imperial family and niece of Emperor Naruhito, is gaining attention for her relatable charm and commitment to duty. In the video, falling asleep shortly after taking her seat.(X/@Yuki) The photo, showing Princess Kako asleep against the window of a domestic flight, has circulated widely across social media platforms. A report in SCMP said the princess had an exhausting day, visiting four different locations before boarding the plane during her 11-day official trip to Brazil. The visit, organised at the invitation of the Brazilian government, included stops in eight cities. Viewers of the video, where she is seen falling asleep shortly after taking her seat, have expressed both sympathy and admiration. One social media user commented, 'She looked like a porcelain doll. It is completely understandable to feel tired with such a packed schedule.' Another expressed concern for the princess's privacy, saying, 'Videos like this should not be shared. Princess Kako is a hardworking and humble role model. We should protect her, not expose her.' More about Princess Kako of Japan Princess Kako has increasingly stepped into the spotlight in recent years, especially after her elder sister, Princess Mako, left the imperial family in 2021 to marry her college sweetheart and relocate to New York. Kako has since taken on a more public role, often travelling alone on international engagements and representing the royal household. Admired for her grace, sincerity, and dedication, Japanese media have described her as 'the hope of Japan.' During her coming-of-age address, she expressed her approach to her duties, stating, 'I believe I should carry out every task I am humbly entrusted with, sincerely and respectfully.' She has also candidly admitted to having a short temper, which she considers her biggest flaw. Outside of her official responsibilities, Princess Kako has a background in sports and academics. A former figure skater, she won a district competition in 2007. She later studied performing arts and psychology at the University of Leeds in the UK. Known for her fluency in sign language, she actively participates in social welfare initiatives. Her distinct fashion sense has further boosted her popularity, setting her apart from the traditionally conservative style choices of the Japanese royal family. Princess Kako is known for favouring bright colours and detailed designs, igniting what many describe as a nationwide 'Kako craze.' During her Brazil visit, her white dress adorned with camellia patterns received over 500,000 likes online. Her outfit choices regularly create a buzz, as seen during a trip to Greece last year when a royal blue knit top she wore sold out within two days, and the brand's website experienced a surge in traffic. Similarly, porcelain earrings she showcased — crafted using traditional Japanese techniques — saw sales jump 50-fold shortly after. Her vibrant style and modern attitude continue to attract praise. As one admirer put it, 'Her outfits are never boring. Princess Kako truly shows the charming, lively and stylish side of royalty.'
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Viral: Japan's Princess Kako spotted flying economy, sleeping mid-flight
Source: X/@rwthofficial A short video of Japan's Princess Kako sleeping peacefully on an economy class flight has gone viral, sparking admiration across social media. In the clip, the 30-year-old royal is seen quietly leaning against the window, appearing visibly tired after a long day of engagements during her official visit to Brazil. Shared widely across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, the footage reportedly shows her onboard a domestic flight during her 11-day tour of Brazil. According to Japanese media, Princess Kako had visited four different cities in one day, which explains her exhaustion. The simplicity of the moment—a royalty choosing economy class and nodding off like any other passenger—touched many online. While some users praised her humility, others expressed concern over the invasion of her privacy. Source: X 'She looked like a porcelain doll. It is completely understandable to feel tired with such a packed schedule,' SCMP quoted one user as saying. The reactions continue to pour in, with many admiring her grounded nature despite her royal status. The viral moment occurred during her official 11-day goodwill tour of Brazil, which began on June 5, 2025. The visit, aimed at marking 130 years of diplomatic ties between Japan and Brazil, included meetings with government officials, cultural engagements, and a notable audience with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Presidential Palace. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Inspiring Change Through Art Rolex Read Now Undo Source: X Who is Princess Kako? Princess Kako is the niece of Emperor Naruhito and the second daughter of Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko. As a member of the Japanese Imperial Family, she has taken on more public responsibilities in recent years, especially following her older sister Princess Mako's departure from royal life in 2021. Mako gave up her royal titles to marry her college sweetheart and now lives in New York with her husband Kei Komuro. Princess Kako, once a promising figure skater, pursued her studies in performance and psychology at the University of Leeds in the UK. Known for her poise, quiet charm, and elegance, she has become a rising symbol of the Imperial Family's modern face.
Mint
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Viral video: Japanese princess travels economy, falls asleep in flight; social media calls her ‘porcelain doll'
Princess Kako of Japan has gone viral after a video showed her sleeping on an economy flight during her visit to Brazil. The 30-year-old royal, niece of Emperor Naruhito, was on an 11-day tour across eight cities. Princess Kako visited four places in one day, which left her visibly tired. In the video, she is seen resting against the window soon after sitting down. People online praised her for being simple and hardworking. Some admired her humble choice to fly economy while others felt private videos like this should not be shared. 'Videos like this should not be shared. Princess Kako is a hardworking and humble role model. We should protect her, not expose her,' the South China Morning Post quoted a user as saying. 'She looked like a porcelain doll. It is completely understandable to feel tired with such a packed schedule,' SCMP quoted another user as saying. Princess Kako of Japan became more active in public life after her sister, Princess Mako, moved to New York. She left the royal family in 2021 to marry her college love. Princess Kako's younger brother is next in line to the throne as women are still not allowed to rule in Japan. The princess is known for winning hearts with her modesty and dedication. During a recent trip, the Japanese princess wore porcelain earrings made using traditional methods. Soon after, sales of those earrings rose 50 times in just a few days. Her fashion choice gained huge praise online. One person wrote, 'Her outfits are never boring. Princess Kako truly shows the charming, lively and stylish side of royalty." Known for her beauty, grace and honesty, Princess Kako now travels abroad alone to represent the royal family. She once said she handled all duties with sincerity though she admitted to having a short temper. A former figure skater and a district champion in 2007, Princess Kako later studied performing arts and psychology at the University of Leeds in the UK. Fluent in sign language, she also supports charity work. Princess Kako has become a fashion icon in Japan, often wearing colourful and bold outfits instead of the royal family's usual simple clothes. Her camellia-printed dress in Brazil gained over 5 lakh likes online. A blue top she wore in Greece went viral. It was sold out in Japan within two days, boosting the brand's popularity.
