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Japanese Imperial family summer retreat

Entities: Nasu Imperial Villa · Princess Aiko · Emperor Naruhito · Empress Masako · Nasu Animal Kingdom

Overview

The Japanese Imperial family began a seasonal retreat at the Nasu Imperial Villa in Tochigi Prefecture on 15 July 2026. Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Princess Aiko arrived dressed in Okinawan “kariyushi” attire and toured the villa’s gardens, noting the natural beauty highlighted by Emperor Showa.

During the stay they visited the nearby Nasu Animal Kingdom, watched a bird‑show, tried a camel‑riding experience, and the Emperor photographed raptors with a smartphone. The visit coincided with the centennial of the villa’s original construction in 1926 and followed a June state visit to the Netherlands and Belgium.

Princess Aiko returned to Tokyo on 24 July, while the Emperor and Empress remained until 27 July, when they returned to the capital, waving to onlookers before entering the Imperial Palace. Their departure marked the conclusion of the health‑focused retreat.

Overall, the two snapshots document the start, activities, and conclusion of the Imperial family’s summer stay at Nasu, providing a concise timeline of the event.

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Japanese Emperor and Empress spend summer at Nasu Imperial Villa

    Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Princess Aiko spent a summer retreat at Nasu Imperial Villa, wearing traditional “kariyushi” attire, touring the grounds and Nasu Animal Kingdom, and reflecting on the villa

  2. 8 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako Return to Tokyo After Nasu Imperial Villa Stay

    Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako left Nasu Imperial Villa for Tokyo on July 27; Princess Aiko earlier returned, visited Nasu Animal Kingdom, and was seen smiling with a former classmate.

Sources

fnn-news.com · jisin.jp · news.cube-soft.jp