TOKYO, Jan 01 (News On Japan) –
The Imperial Family welcomed the New Year on January 1, with the Emperor releasing a message by way of the Imperial Household Agency expressing his hopes that the 12 months forward shall be one during which individuals in Japan and all over the world can transfer ahead with hope.
Reflecting on the eightieth anniversary of the tip of the struggle final 12 months, the Emperor stated he had as soon as once more been reminded of the preciousness of peace and the significance of passing these reminiscences on to future generations.
On New Year’s Day, the Emperor and Empress attended the standard New Year’s Greeting Ceremony on the Imperial Palace, which was broadcast in full. The annual ceremony is an event during which members of the Imperial Family obtain New Year greetings from representatives of the federal government, together with the prime minister.
At round 11 a.m., the Emperor and Empress obtained congratulations from representatives of each homes of the Diet within the Matsu-no-Ma corridor of the Imperial Palace. The Emperor stated he was really happy to rejoice the beginning of the brand new 12 months collectively and added that he prayed for the happiness of the individuals and the continued improvement of the nation.
The Empress, Princess Kiko and Princess Aiko attended the ceremony sporting tiaras, whereas Prince Hisahito, the eldest son of Crown Prince Akishino, took half for the primary time following his coming-of-age ceremony in September final 12 months.
Prince Hisahito can be scheduled to make his first look on the New Year’s public greeting on the Imperial Palace on January 2.
Source: TBS