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Japan Times
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Japan Times
Japan's crown prince and his family visit Hiroshima atomic bombing exhibition
Japan's Crown Prince Akishino and his family on Friday visited a photo exhibition on the U.S. atomic bombing of the city of Hiroshima 80 years ago. The event, hosted by five media organizations including the Chugoku Shimbun, a newspaper publisher in Hiroshima Prefecture, is being held at the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum in the capital's Meguro Ward. Two videos and some 160 pictures taken by photographers of the media companies and residents of the city of Hiroshima are on display, showing the devastation from the nuclear attack, which took place on Aug. 6, 1945, in the closing days of World War II. Crown Prince Akishino, Crown Princess Kiko, their second daughter, Princess Kako, and their son, Prince Hisahito, viewed the exhibits attentively while receiving explanations from a Chugoku Shimbun staff personnel. "The blast must have been big," the crown prince said as he looked at a photo taken at a point 2.2 kilometers from ground zero. Nuclear weapons must be abolished, he said, noting the harmful effects of radiation on humans. Crown Princess Kiko offered a prayer in front of a photo that shows the bodies of people killed by the atomic bombing. Prince Hisahito said he was struck by the power of, and abundant information from, the photos and videos. The exhibition is set to run until Aug. 17. The crown prince and the crown princess are scheduled to visit Hiroshima Prefecture on July 23 and 24 and pay tribute to the atomic bomb victims.
CNA
30-06-2025
- CNA
Japan's Princess Kako praised after viral video shows her flying economy in Brazil
A video of Japan's Princess Kako has gone viral after showing her flying in economy class during her official visit to Brazil. In the clip, the royal princess is seen resting by the window, peacefully sleeping after a long day of engagements. According to Japanese media, the 30-year-old royal had visited four different places earlier that day before boarding the flight. She was on a 11-day official trip to Brazil to commemorate 130 years of diplomatic relations between Japan and Brazil. The video, which has circulated widely on platforms such as TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), has garnered significant praise for the princess's humility and down-to-earth demeanor. Many netizens applauded her choice to fly economy despite being a member of the royal family, calling it a display of humility. According to a report by South China Morning Post, one netizen commented: 'She looked like a porcelain doll. It is completely understandable to feel tired with such a packed schedule.' Another wrote: 'Videos like this should not be shared. Princess Kako is a hardworking and humble role model. We should protect her, not expose her.' In recent years, Princess Kako has stepped more prominently into the public spotlight, particularly after her older sister, Princess Mako, stepped away from royal duties in 2021 after marrying her university partner and relocating to the US. Since then, Princess Kako has been representing the imperial family on solo overseas trips and has been widely admired for her beauty, grace and sincerity. Some Japanese media outlets also call her the 'hope of Japan'. At her coming-of-age ceremony, the princess stated: 'I believe I should carry out every task I am humbly entrusted with, sincerely and respectfully.' Princess Kako is the niece of Emperor Naruhito and a respected member of Japan's imperial family. While she carries out her royal duties with grace, it is her younger brother, Prince Hisahito, who is next in line to the throne, as Japan's law still forbids women from royal succession.
South China Morning Post
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Japan Princess Kako goes viral after photo of her asleep on economy flight emerges
Princess Kako of Japan has attracted attention online after a photo of her sleeping on an economy flight to Brazil went viral. The 30-year-old princess is the niece of Emperor Naruhito and a member of Japan's imperial family. Her younger brother, Prince Hisahito, is next in line to the throne, as Japan still bars women from royal succession. Japan's Princess Kako is well known for her unusually flamboyant fashion choices. Photo: In June, Princess Kako visited Brazil on an 11-day trip, touring eight cities at the invitation of the country's government. During a domestic flight, she was seen flying economy class and resting against the window. In the video, Princess Kako appears exhausted and falls asleep shortly after taking her seat. According to the Japanese media, she had visited four different locations on that same day.
NHK
17-06-2025
- NHK
Japan's Princess Kako returns from official tour of Brazil
Japan's Princess Kako has returned from an official visit to Brazil, completing an 11-day tour of eight cities, including the country's largest, Sao Paulo. The second daughter of Crown Prince and Princess Akishino transited on civilian aircraft in the United States and landed at Narita Airport near Tokyo, shortly after 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Princess Kako smiled as she was greeted by senior members of the Imperial Household Agency. During her trip, the princess attended various welcoming events and promoted friendly relations and exchanges. She touched upon the history of Japanese immigrants in Brazil, which is home to the largest overseas community of Japanese descendants. In the capital, Brasilia, Princess Kako attended a commemorative ceremony and luncheon to mark the 130th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. She also paid a courtesy call on Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who made a state visit to Japan in March. On Friday, she visited Mount Corcovado, a World Heritage site famous for being where the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks Rio de Janeiro. She wrapped up her tour with a visit to Iguazu Falls at a national park, and learned about the local nature and culture.
NHK
12-06-2025
- Politics
- NHK
Princess Kako pays courtesy call on Brazilian president
Japan's Princess Kako, who is on an official visit to Brazil, has paid a courtesy call on the country's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The second daughter of Crown Prince and Princess Akishino visited the presidential office in the capital Brasilia on Wednesday. The princess conveyed her gratitude for the warm welcome she has received in Brazil. Lula visited Japan as a state guest and met with Emperor Naruhito in March. He told the princess that the Emperor was very kind, affectionate and receptive. The princess also visited Brazil's Congress earlier in the day. There, she attended a ceremony commemorating 130 years of diplomatic relations between Japan and Brazil. The princess said she hopes the relationship between the two countries will continue to deepen and remain long-lasting. She said she envisions a future in which people from both countries continue to deepen their exchanges and remain close to each other. The princess is scheduled to stay in Brasilia until Thursday. On Friday, she is expected to visit Mount Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro, upon which a giant statue of Christ overlooks the city.
