photos of Princess Tsuguko at the 2022 Empress's Cup All Japan Volleyball Championship Final on December 18:
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In a special presentation titled “The Seasonal Tales of Netsuke,” the Japanese royal will discuss her passion for netsuke, the traditional fasteners that were hung from obi kimono sashes.
The princess’ late husband, Prince Takamado, accumulated a collection of hundreds of netsuke, which were exhibited last year at the Tokyo National Museum. The prince was also a supporter of contemporary netsuke artisans.
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Later, Princess Hisako visited Mitaka Campus of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan.On October 22nd, Princess Hisako attended the 34th Starry Sky City / Blue Sky Town National Convention in Mitaka City, Tokyo.
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More photos:On January 27th, Princess Hisako attended the Tableware Festival 2023 opening ceremony and preview at Tokyo Dome.
Photos: AP Images
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=5794826870604259&set=pcb.5794839257269687
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"Ahead of her TAC Talk on February 8, Princess Takamado discusses her twin passions for the craftsmanship of Japanese netsuke and photographing nature in the brand-new issue of INTOUCH Magazine"Princess Hisako will give a special netsuke presentation on February 8 at the Tokyo American Club (TAC) ahead of its 95th anniversary in May.
Club 95th Anniversary TAC Talk: Princess Takamado - Fitness & Recreation | Tokyo American Club
Photo:Exciting news! University of Alberta President Bill Flanagan recently met with Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado and Ambassador Ian McKay (Embassy of Canada to Japan) in #Tokyo to discuss the collaboration between #UAlberta and Japanese institutions facilitated by the Japan-Canada Academic Consortium. [...]
Yesterday we celebrated 30 years of unwavering diplomatic ties between Croatia and Japan. The esteemed presence of H.I.H. Princess Tsuguko of Takamado and other distinguished guests who have contributed significantly to our relations made the event even more special.
Princess Tsuguko attended a ceremony commemorating the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Croatia and Japan at the Croatian Embassy on March 5 (I think? Tweeted on March 6 early morning for me and then I used timezone converter...)
https://mvep.gov.hr/userdocsimages//slike/dmku/JP/Koncert1.jpgAs part of the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Croatia and Japan, a concert by pianist Yoko Nishii was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Tokyo on Sunday, March 5, 2023. The event was graced by the presence of Her Imperial Highness Princess Tsuguko of Takamado and officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and other institutions as well as cities and companies connected to Croatia. [...]
Found a photo of Princess Tsuguko at Sakura City Museum on October 9 when she visited Tochigi Prefecture for the 77th National Sports Festival.
https://www.city.tochigi-sakura.lg.jp/government/000049/000295/p002965.html
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Princess Tsuguko visited Tochigi Prefecture October 8-9 for the 77th National Sports Festival.
- canoe slalom in Shioya Town
- volleyball in Kanuma City
- gymnastics in Motegi Town
- archery in Nasukarasuyama City
- Sakura City Museum
Photos: https://www.shimotsuke.co.jp/articles/-/644060
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Photos: https://www.jiu.ac.jp/cie/news/detail/id=13656[...]
The 14th Japan-Canada Academic Consortium Student Forum was held at Josai International University
from February 21 to March 1, 2023. The purpose of the Forum is to deepen mutual understanding
through group work among students selected from 17 Japanese and Canadian universities that
are members of the Japan-Canada Academic Consortium (JACAC).
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The Closing Ceremony and Reception were held at the Embassy of Canada in the presence of
Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado on February 27. Following the enthusiastic presentations
by the six groups, three professors and one embassy official judged the presentations and decided on
the group to receive the Best Presentation Award, which was then announced at the Closing Ceremony.
The four members of the best group made a further presentation in front of Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado, after which Her Imperial Highness presented them with Certificates of Commendation and shared a few words.
The Canadian Ambassador also gave commemorative gifts to the winners.
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今日27日(水)
午後7時からの「まちネタ」では
高円宮承子さまが三朝中生にユニセフの
活動などを紹介した話題などをお届け!
As Honorary President of BirdLife International, Princess Hisako attended an interview with Yomiuri Shimbun at the Takamado residence on March 8.
Photos: AP Images
Photos:L.U.C XP BirdLife
One-of-a-kind creation in ethical 18-carat white gold
A timepiece with a Grand Feu enamel dial in support of animal protection
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To mark BirdLife’s 100th anniversary, this ethically produced and aesthetically pleasing creation was revealed on April 18th 2023 by Chopard Co-President Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, in the presence of the Honorary President of BirdLife International, Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado of Japan, at a cocktail party at the Swiss Ambassador’s residence hosted by David Braun, Swiss Charge d’Affaires ad interim. Proceeds from the sale of this one-off timepiece will be donated to the BirdLife International Japan Fund for Science established to commemorate Princess Takamado’s 15th anniversary as the Honorary President of BirdLife International.
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Princess Hisako, the widow of the late Prince Takamado, a cousin of Emperor Emeritus Akihito, will depart on May 28 and Princess Tsuguko the following day, according to the Imperial Household Agency.
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This will be Princess Hisako's first official overseas trip since June 2015, when she visited Sweden to attend Swedish Prince Carl Philip's wedding, and the first ever for Princess Tsuguko.