TOKYO, Apr 09 (News On Japan) –
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan visited Meiji Shrine in Tokyo to commemorate the one hundred and tenth anniversary of the passing of Empress Dowager Shoken, consort to Emperor Meiji.
His Majesty the Emperor arrived on the shrine, situated in Shibuya district, simply after 9:30 am on the ninth. At Meiji Shrine, devoted to Emperor Meiji and Empress Dowager Shoken, the “Empress Dowager Shoken 110th Anniversary Festival” can be held on the eleventh, marking 110 years since her loss of life.
Dressed in morning apparel, His Majesty the Emperor proceeded to the principle corridor, braving the rising rain and wind with an umbrella, and supplied a tamagushi department in reverence. Subsequently, Her Majesty the Empress, wearing a white ceremonial gown, arrived earlier than 10 am and adopted the identical ritual.
Empress Dowager Shoken was actively concerned in supporting these affected by disasters and poverty. The donations she despatched to the International Committee of the Red Cross are nonetheless managed because the “Empress Dowager Shoken Fund,” which continues to assist humanitarian efforts all over the world. Later within the day, Their Majesties the Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emerita visited Meiji Shrine shortly after 11 am and paid their respects. This was adopted by Their Imperial Highnesses Prince and Princess Akishino, who every made their go to after 1:30 pm.
Source: NHK