An imperial visit to Iwate and Miyagi prefectures has been postponed as Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako have persistent cold symptoms, the Imperial Household Agency said Tuesday.
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Imperial couple postpone Tohoku visit due to cold symptoms
The couple, along with Princess Aiko, were slated to inspect recovery efforts in areas affected by the March 2011 powerful earthquake and tsunami.
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Emperor and empress to visit Netherlands and Belgium in June
The imperial family has long-standing friendships with the royal families of the two European countries.
The Japan TimesEmperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Princess Aiko will visit the Tohoku region beginning next month to mark 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, the Imperial Household Agency said.
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Emperor and his family to tour Tohoku region 15 years after disaster
During their visit, the imperial family will inspect progress made in reconstruction efforts and meet with people in areas affected by the March 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
The Japan TimesEmperor Naruhito turned 66 on Monday, ahead of the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake in March and the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquakes in April.
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Emperor Naruhito turns 66 ahead of disaster milestones
'Even now, remembering the disasters pains my heart,' the emperor said at a news conference prior to his birthday.
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Emperor and empress meet with Nepal president
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the launch of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
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Imperial family members host New Year’s gathering
In his speech, the emperor expressed concern for those still facing difficulties due to last year’s major natural disasters.
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In New Year's message, emperor reflects anew on preciousness of peace
In the written message released through the Imperial Household Agency, Emperor Naruhito said it is 'deeply painful' to see so many lives lost in conflicts around the world.
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New Imperial Household Agency chief promises 'maximum efforts'
Buichiro Kuroda, who took office as grand steward of the agency Wednesday, described the imperial family as “an emotional anchor” for the public.
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