Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan arrived in the UK on June 22 for their first state visit since 1998. The visit commenced with a ceremonial welcome at Horse Guards Parade, attended by King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and Prince William. The Emperor and Empress were greeted with a guard of honour and a royal salute, followed by a carriage procession to Buckingham Palace. The state visit includes a lavish banquet at Buckingham Palace, where King Charles highlighted the close friendship between the UK and Japan. Notably, Queen Camilla and Princess Anne were absent from the banquet. The visit also features various activities such as a tour of Kew Gardens and a reception hosted by Japanese-British friendship organizations. The Emperor expressed hopes for an enduring relationship based on friendship in his speech at the banquet. This visit underscores the deep ties and shared values between the two nations.
King Charles III welcomed the Japanese emperor and empress for a state visit that began on Tuesday, offering the best in pomp and circumstance as the U.K. seeks to bolster its role as the most influential European nation in the Indo-Pacific region. https://t.co/7vJgH1e49g
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Emperor Naruhito dropped into London's Japan House during 'private engagements' before official state visit began - with Empress Masako sitting out the visit to pace herself https://t.co/r4nF9GOeTI https://t.co/2LyQec1t6S
Japan's Emperor Naruhito welcomed by King Charles during UK state visit https://t.co/egamsFBC4X https://t.co/wcFOCY8u0v
King Charles gives special shout-out to Hello Kitty at State Banquet for Japan's Emperor and Empress #royals #statebanquet #hellokitty #kingcharles https://t.co/My0ADjxkTz
We want to deeply thank His Majesty King Charles III for his birthday wishes to Hello Kitty on her 50th anniversary, during the visit of Their Majesties Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. https://t.co/NUJNcm4LND
Prince William can't help but smile at King Charles's Pokemon joke during the State Banquet for Japan's Emperor and Empress #kingcharles #pokemon #princewilliam #japan https://t.co/yQ1hiLkiYv
Full speech by Japan emperor at state banquet in Buckingham Palace https://t.co/3kxmZ4ZFTP
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The Emperor and Empress attended a state banquet hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Buckingham Palace as part of the Imperial Coupleβs visit to the United Kingdom https://t.co/8FdHMB5gIE https://t.co/tJbyoCRgu9
King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako for a banquet at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday night. When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://t.co/h96cvioxkM
The Emperor and the Empress attended a welcome ceremony held in their honor in central London on Tuesday afternoon as part of their state visit to Britain. https://t.co/dIJUAKV1L1
King Charles welcomes Japan's emperor Naruhito for the state visit. Watch #KingCharles #Japan #Naruhito https://t.co/sQs5Mfroo9
Emperor Naruhito expressed hopes for "an enduring relationship based on friendship" between Japan and Britain in a speech at a state banquet hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla. https://t.co/JIyMGCydEW
The King has hosted a lavish state banquet for the emperor and empress of Japan at Buckingham Palace on the first day of their state visit. π Read more https://t.co/en5NOhvzd8
King Charles hails ties as Japan royals make UK state visit https://t.co/j8cfHaCi6L
King Charles was welcoming the Emperor and Empress of Japan Tuesday when he made a quirky reference to the countryβs cartoon mega-franchise, PokΓ©monβto the apparent delight of his son, Prince William. https://t.co/01AgFBhNpP
King Charles welcomes Japanese emperor, empress on state visit https://t.co/Bi1Gk7f6VN https://t.co/suXE0k1y60
King Charles hails ties as Japan royals make UK state visit King Charles III hailed Britain and Japan's "close friendship" at a lavish state banquet for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at Buckingham Palace https://t.co/ZGiBjSKL6L https://t.co/4sfKyT0rqN
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attend a welcome ceremony as state guests in central London. https://t.co/T4hEqWFM32
King Charles rolled out the red carpet for Japan's Emperor and Empress as the British monarch joked about the two country's love for tea and discussing the weather. https://t.co/jGDUqBB7Ul
Later in the afternoon, Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan visited Westminster Abbey to lay a Wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior. In the evening a State Banquet was held at Buckingham Palace. #JapanUK #StateVisit #JapanStateVisit https://t.co/WzPbBZFllj
Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan had a ceremonial welcome by Their Majesties The King and The Queen at Horse Guards Parade. Their Majesties then viewed items related to Japan from the @RCT. #JapanUK #StateVisit #JapanStateVisit https://t.co/6OCR4tod8D
πΈ Watch: Royals arrive at the Palace Ballroom for the State Banquet In his speech, the King has made a rare public reference to his grandchildren, George, Charlotte and Louis Follow the latest π https://t.co/R8ybT4PO9a https://t.co/6DY5xESb6W
πΈ The political leaders arriving for the Buckingham Palace State Banquet Rishi Sunak, Sir Keir Starmer and Sir Ed Davey are all in attendance Follow the latest π https://t.co/R8ybT4PO9a https://t.co/jevTin5Jul
King Charles honours 'deep roots partnership' with Japan in Hello Kitty and Pokemon-inspired speech https://t.co/bwOTyRaaTU
During his speech at the State Banquet for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan, King Charles wished Hello Kitty a happy birthday. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/95tqVmIwLq
The Emperor and Empress of Japan have been greeted by King Charles and Queen Camilla during a ceremonial welcome to the UK. https://t.co/KrnDEZI0Ri
King Charles makes a speech at State Banquet for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. He reflects on his first visit to Japan and the 'close friendship' at the 'heart' of the partnership between the UK and Japan. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501 and YouTube https://t.co/YshFvddMto
Queen Camilla Debuts a Highly Anticipated New Accessory Honoring King Charles at Japanese State Banquet https://t.co/pTiPQOLQC4
πΈ The King and Queen hosting Buckingham Palace banquet for the Japanese State Visit Follow the latest π https://t.co/XbWfVAK8BS https://t.co/sbzi3XovYo
State Banquet for the Emperor of Japan in Buckingham Palace tonight. Keir Starmer seated next to the Kingβs chief of staff. Rishi Sunak seated next to a Computer Scientist from Southampton Uni. https://t.co/6oWMq90Zjp
The Emperor of Japan has been making a speech at a State Banquet today. He was meant to meet Queen Elizabeth II a few years ago but the visit had to be postponed due to the impact of COVID-19. Watch β¬οΈ https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/SO6dC4soI9
'The Empress and I would like to express our deep respect and gratitude to those people who have dedicated immeasurable efforts to the friendship between our two countries' The Emperor of Japan has been making a speech at a State Banquet. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501 https://t.co/HhdFCQtVMX
π―π΅ π¬π§ The King and Queen with The Emperor and Empress of Japan ahead of tonightβs State Banquet at Buckingham Palace. https://t.co/ymRMTLffUd
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Queen Camilla Goes Glam in Tiara for State Banquet at Buckingham Palace with King Charles and Prince William https://t.co/LbTiOHDIIT
Just been in the Buckingham Palace ballroom ahead of tonightβs State Banquet for the Emperor of Japan. Notable that @Keir_Starmer has been seated next to the Kingβs chief of staff, Private Secretary Sir Clive Alderton. Rishi Sunak is seated next to an eminent Computer Scientistβ¦ https://t.co/Xf7t7MCwxT
BREAKING: King Charles and Queen Camilla host Japanese royals at glitzy State Banquet as Kate and Princess Anne absent https://t.co/py1yavEaSa
#NDTVWorld | King Charles Welcomes Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Wife For State Visit https://t.co/Euwf6EVGvf https://t.co/6pUjogTC24
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Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla welcome Japan Emperor Naruhito to London #UK #London #RoyalFamily #Japan #JapanEmperor https://t.co/hgSSSJknJw
When Emperor Naruhito and his wife, Empress Masako, of Japan visit Kew Gardens on Thursday as part of a state visit to Britain, the links between their island nation and the famed London landmark will be on full display https://t.co/pL6XMW9az1
Their Majesties The King and Queen greeted The Emperor and Empress of Japan today at the start of their State Visit π¬π§ π―π΅ Weeks of preparation have gone into the visit which involves seven Army bands, an orchestra, and nine of our Regiments. Read more β¬οΈ https://t.co/jx0Fh26H1k https://t.co/QRIFrKFI4p
'Officials insist this is not a political state visit.' GB News Royal Correspondent, @CameronDLWalker, discusses the King and Queen hosting Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan. https://t.co/QnjK4Q2T7g
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Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan were welcomed by Their Majesties King Charles III and The Queen at Horse Guards Parade, followed by a Royal Procession along The Mall to Buckingham Palace which was celebrated by a large crowd of well-wishers! #JapanUK #StateVisit https://t.co/lXViFaLQeT
King Charles to welcome Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan for first state visit since his cancer https://t.co/meKdGIvDO3 https://t.co/lK3mwg4hpX
Japanese state visit begins - with empress taking precautions for her allergy Read more π https://t.co/ZbVnHJDOoo
Pictures: British Royals Welcome Japanese Emperor For London State Visit https://t.co/GfydmBz71K
π―π΅ π¬π§ The State Visit of the Emperor and Empress of Japan is now well underway following the official arrival ceremony on Horse Guards Parade, carriage parade down The Mall and arrival at Buckingham Palace. This evening, The King and Queen will host a State Banquet in honour ofβ¦ https://t.co/8GoH4tQguH
The Emperor and Empress of Japan received a ceremonial welcome of military pomp and pageantry as their state visit began. The royal carriage procession arrived at the palace at 12.38pm β eight minutes behind schedule. https://t.co/OS7mz3uBSq
The King and Queen are welcoming the Emperor and Empress of Japan on a state visit to the UK π¬π§π―π΅ This visit will celebrate the close bonds between our two countries, our shared values and highlight our shared creativity, innovation and protection of biodiversity. https://t.co/zaxCnl6t2o
King Charles III welcomed the Japanese emperor and empress for a state visit that began Tuesday. https://t.co/kMpPruFTBZ
British king welcomes Japan's imperial couple on state visit https://t.co/ziEErBEa7n
Japanese royals set for palace banquet as UK state visit begins https://t.co/Hd8KRMHALd
Japanese emperor and empress meet royals - after reconnecting with great passion on trip to Thames Flood Barrier https://t.co/78WaTDxax6
Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan visited the UK as guests of His Majesty The King. The grand ceremony featured over 1250 soldiers, 250 Army musicians, 9 Regiments, and over 240 military working horses from the Household Division. π #StateVisit #JapanUK #London https://t.co/8CxzRUkTED
The emperor and empress of Japan were greeted with a full ceremonial welcome by the King, Queen and prime minister in London after waiting more than four years for an official state visit β¬οΈ https://t.co/t1TaioqpOK
King Charles and Prince William welcome Japan's emperor https://t.co/Eg5mTt2yBH
King and Queen welcome Japanese Emperor to UK https://t.co/97zULHmewO
π―π΅ π¬π§ The Emperor and Empress of Japan have been welcomed to the UK by The King and Queen at Horse Guards Parade. https://t.co/zLOtL6S2aZ
Prince William Takes on Major Role in State Visit as He Welcomes Emperor of Japan https://t.co/lLNrhRDbiF
The King and Queen arrive at Buckingham Palace alongside the Emperor and Empress of Japan. The Empress is wearing a face mask due to a chronic horse hair allergy #statevisit https://t.co/zSxtNNq5wV
Japan's Emperor and Empress receive a guard of honour and a royal salute. The Emperor joins the King to inspect the guard of honour which Royal Correspondent @SkyRhiannon describes as an "important image for the visiting country" https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501 https://t.co/ErXSmg3Z27
King Charles and Queen Camilla welcome Emperor and Empress of Japan alongside Prince William https://t.co/Pbi5cnNCXP
King Charles to welcome Japanese Emperor and Empress for first state visit since his cancer diagnosis https://t.co/dSILkEMMXB
As the Band of the Welsh Guards plays, His Majesty The Emperor of Japan inspects the Welsh Guards Guard of Honour accompanied by His Majesty The King at the formal ceremonial welcome to Japan to the UK. @JAPANinUK @UKinJapan @RoyalFamily @BritishArmy @the5Guards @WelshGuardsBand https://t.co/Wlu1FSdJVT
π Prince William greeted the Japanese Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako at their hotel, on behalf of The King, before travelling with them to join the Charles and the Queen. Follow the latest here π https://t.co/R8ybT4PO9a https://t.co/iu71XFJbhe
An honour to welcome Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan to the UK this morning π―π΅π¬π§ https://t.co/bsDSy6GEJF
A guard of honour and a lavish banquet awaited Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako in London on Tuesday as King Charles III was set to receive them at the start of a three-day state visit to Britain β¬οΈ https://t.co/fiWlFJULfK
Emperor Naruhito on Monday attended a reception in London hosted by five Japanese-British friendship organizations including the Japan Society. https://t.co/HVEafjJkwJ
The Japanese Emperor and Empress meet the King and Queen at Horse Guards Parade. The King then introduces them to the Prime Minister. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/WjAHcC103n
William greets Emperor and Empress of Japan before State Banquet without Anne https://t.co/czyZGbfFMf
Emperor Naruhito his wife, Empress Masako, of Japan are touring London's Kew Gardens and attending a formal banquet at Buckingham Palace as part of a state visit to Britain this week. https://t.co/EeebclKhNC
A Guard of Honour formed of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, awaits the arrival of the King and Queen and the Emperor and Empress of Japan. The carriage procession is due to arrive at around 1230. The band is playing Amazing Grace #statevisit https://t.co/wVohKdksHE
King and Queen inaugurate Japanese state visit to the UK: Charles and Camilla arrive at Horse Guards Parade to welcome Emperor Naruhito and his wife - but Anne will miss state banquet as she recovers from concussion https://t.co/6ALxlWzASA https://t.co/JyA58CCoj5
π―π΅ The King, Queen and Prince of Wales have arrived at Horse Guards Parade to welcome the Emperor and Empress of Japan to Britain today. Follow live here π https://t.co/R8ybT4PO9a https://t.co/KphEcxio2I
What will Japan's Emperor Naruhito get up to on his delayed UK state visit? ITV News Royal Editor @chrisshipitv writes https://t.co/HeJfaxmI9B
Watch live as the Emperor and Empress of Japan visit Buckingham Palace https://t.co/JHeQ4RvKuF
The Japanese Emperor and Empress will receive a ceremonial welcome at Horse Guard Parade. PM Rishi Sunak, James Cleverly and Lord David Cameron are all in attendance. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/kW8361Gl4H
Watch live as the Emperor and Empress of Japan arrive at Buckingham Palace https://t.co/YtvAhW7Unq
IVE: Japanese Emperor receives ceremonial welcome from Britain's King Charles in London https://t.co/eRs0Agmw7g
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Watch live: The King, Queen and Prince of Wales welcome the Emperor and Empress of Japan to Britain https://t.co/zLVjwCcQtS
π―π΅ The King, Queen and Prince of Wales are to formally welcome the Emperor and Empress of Japan to Britain today, in a State Visit without the Princess of Wales or the Princess Royal. Follow the latest here π https://t.co/R8ybT4PO9a https://t.co/zfC4IfAazl
Japanese royals to receive UK red-carpet treatment https://t.co/A4hoyMvTwI
Japanese royals to receive UK red-carpet treatment https://t.co/cDfR7x91dT #bbcsouthnews
Royal Family latest news: King Charles and Queen Camilla to greet Japan's Emperor Naruhito at start of three-day state visit https://t.co/6VC1XwhswU https://t.co/5gkuGDyqCr
Japan's royals: tradition, myths and Instagram. As Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako make the first Japanese state visit to Britain since 1998, here are some key things to know about the imperial family: https://t.co/H0OK8JVfHN https://t.co/EIOCxKyLg8
Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrived in Britain on June 22, local time. This is their second goodwill trip abroad since the Emperor's enthronement. Watch video: https://t.co/F8RT3DMv35 #NHKWorld
Inside the Japanese state visit: How Emperor Naruhito is returning to country where, as an Oxford student, he bonded with Charles while fishing at Balmoral - and he and the King are both grappling with the challenges of a 'slimmed-down' monarchy https://t.co/pd0KuxMhFM https://t.co/otW5lcmDWY
π―π΅π¬π§ Tomorrow, The King and Queen will welcome The Emperor and Empress of Japan for a three-day State Visit to the United Kingdom. Visit our website below for further information.
π―π΅π¬π§ All set for the Japan State Visit! Tomorrow, Their Majesties The King and Queen will welcome The Emperor and Empress of Japan to the United Kingdom. https://t.co/S1duGglSHz
Emperor Naruhito met with Japanese and British individuals in London on Sunday during his official visit, reminiscing about his days as an exchange student at Oxford. https://t.co/tWQFeDjsrA
The Emperor visited the Japan House London, an overseas hub established by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Sunday as part of his official visit to Britain. https://t.co/2sCpS6WMbW
HM The Emperor of Japan visited @japanhouseldn and viewed the current exhibition, and products in the Shop including from the earthquake-stricken Ishikawa Pref. His Majesty then had audiences with Japanese nationals living in the UK & British nationals with connections to Japan. https://t.co/QrAuZC2suq
Japanese royals arrive for three-day state visit to UK https://t.co/5s0z0mC5tD
Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrive for state visit four years after Covid delayed it - week-long trip will see them enjoy banquet with the King and visit Oxford University https://t.co/k5ZXEo2cdk https://t.co/BY4Mxe7nHB
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrived in Britain on Saturday for a three-day state visit hosted by King Charles III. https://t.co/RdqGlaKBpj
The Emperor and Empress arrived in London on Saturday and were welcomed by Japanese nationals and others as they entered their accommodation. https://t.co/0vZR60OUue
Video: Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako have arrived in the UK for a week long visit. The official state visit begins on Tuesday. https://t.co/6jyOUbuUgJ
Emperor, Empress Arrive in U.K. https://t.co/BOVXWROIBD
Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan arrived in London this afternoon. Their Majesties will stay in the UK until 28 June. π―π΅π¬π§ #JapanUK #StateVisit #JapanStateVisit https://t.co/JKEKPhqG3L
Emperor and Empress of Japan arrive in the UK ahead of a long-awaited state visit https://t.co/gtLwH9YeJG
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Emperor Naruhito of Japan and his wife Empress Masako arrived in the U.K. on Saturday ahead of a long-awaited official state visit originally scheduled for 2020 before the coronavirus pandemic delayed those plans. https://t.co/vipnxwbPs9
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Japan's emperor says he looks forward to deepening ties with Britain's royals during UK visit https://t.co/wxPZkCXBl3
The eight-day state visit to Britain by Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako from Saturday highlights some 150 years of exchanges between the Japanese Imperial Family and the British Royal Family. https://t.co/pOgi9PGr08
Japan's imperial couple leaves for Britain as state guests https://t.co/0W8s2htj7L
Japanese Emperor Naruhito finally begins delayed UK state visit https://t.co/2XsFngRaV4 https://t.co/WwScOZHcun