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The Asahi Shimbun translation gave the most detail on the visit to the Akita shelter that I've read: definitely someone in the IHA setting up lots of lovely opportunities for Masako to shine! That's a wonderful change from coverage of her during Akihito's reign, but also reflects the difference between being the Empress and being Crown Princess I'm guessing.
It's interesting also that both Naruhito and Masako are making little comments or gestures in a way that is clearly set up to make them relatable: the Emperor showing a photo which he just happened to have in his pocket, and the Empress's comment about their dog also doing "volunteer" work. It would be fascinating to know more about the current internal structure of the IHA, and how some of these decisions are being made. There has clearly been a change in philosophy there.
It's interesting also that both Naruhito and Masako are making little comments or gestures in a way that is clearly set up to make them relatable: the Emperor showing a photo which he just happened to have in his pocket, and the Empress's comment about their dog also doing "volunteer" work. It would be fascinating to know more about the current internal structure of the IHA, and how some of these decisions are being made. There has clearly been a change in philosophy there.