Crown Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko to visit Wakayama

Crown Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko are scheduled to visit Wakayama Prefecture on November 7 and 8 to attend the 49th National Tree Planting Festival.

During their visit, the couple will travel to Tanabe City and Shirahama Town. On November 7, they are expected to maintain trees planted by the Emperor and Empress during the 62nd National Tree Planting Festival in 2011. On November 8, they will attend a ceremony at the Shirahama Kaikan. The itinerary also includes inspecting forestry-related facilities and local community activities in Susami, Mihama, and Minabe towns.