TOKYO, Mar 16 (News On Japan) –
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress met with the recipients of the “Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Festival Emperor’s Cup,” who’ve made excellent achievements within the area of agriculture.
Their Majesties met with the recipients of the Emperor’s Cup on the Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Festival on Friday afternoon on the Imperial Palace.
The Emperor expressed his appreciation, saying, “I am pleased that you have overcome various difficulties and achieved great results through research and effort, contributing to the development of agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and local communities. Your achievements are an encouragement to those involved in these industries.”
Subsequently, Their Majesties listened to explanations from the recipients about their panels and merchandise.
His Majesty requested the consultant of a seafood processing firm in Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, about latest fish catches, “Do you feel the impact of global warming?” Meanwhile, Her Majesty confirmed concern for the harm attributable to the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
Source: ANN