The first day of the Japanese state visit to the United Kingdom ended with a spectacular royal banquet. Queen Camilla and Empress Masako both opted for a white dress.
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Buckingham Palace hosted a state dinner last night to mark the end of the first day of Japan’s state visit to the UK. Of course, the people there brought out the most beautiful clothes and jewelry. Queen Camilla starred in an embroidered white silk dress by Fiona Claire. Burmese ruby tiara. Nice Detail: First time she wore it Family order of kingsWith a photograph of her husband, King Charles. It has been a tradition since the time of King George IV. Empress Masako chose a cream-colored dress and wore it with impeccability Chrysanthemum tiara.
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Both Empress Masako and Queen Camellia are in white during the state banquet.
In addition to the royal and imperial couple, the Prince of Wales and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh also attended the state dinner. Duchess Sophie wore a green dress by designer Susanna London and borrowed a necklace from her sister-in-law Queen Camilla’s collection.
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The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh arrive at Buckingham Palace for a state dinner.
King Charles and Emperor Naruhito were clearly having fun during the dinner and could be seen smiling widely.
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The Japanese Emperor and the British King share a chat.
Of course, the two heads of state gave speeches emphasizing the cordial relationship between the United Kingdom and Japan. In his speech, King Charles spoke about the Japanese Hello Kitty and films from the famous film Studio Ghibli.
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King Charles addressed his fellow Emperor Naruhito in which he reinforces the good relations between the two countries.
Princess Anne had to miss a state dinner. He is currently under observation in the hospital due to a mild concussion. Japan’s official state visit to the UK will last until June 27.
Begin the journey of the state
Tuesday began with a state visit Horse Guards Parade The British monarch and the Japanese emperor jointly inspected the guard of honor, led by King Charles and Queen Camilla.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla receive Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako.
King Charles and Emperor Naruhito after inspecting the Guard of Honor at the Horse Guards Parade in London.
King Charles and Emperor Naruhito in Horse Guards Parade.
Earlier in the day, Prince William picked up the Japanese imperial couple at their hotel, after which he accompanied them to the British King and Queen.
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Prince William with the Japanese Imperial Couple.
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Lunch was then served at Buckingham Palace. The Imperial couple then visited a special exhibition of royal collections related to Japan.
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A long time in England
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrived in England last Saturday afternoon. Before the state visit, the imperial couple had several private meetings on the agenda. This weekend they visited, among others Japan House In London, amid great public interest.
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Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrive in the United Kingdom.
Emperor Naruhito waves to the crowd as he leaves Japan House in London.
The day after the state visit, the two will also visit Oxford, where they studied in the past. Those were “inspirational days,” the emperor said in a press conference before the state visit.
Source: ANP
