Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako are paying state visits to the Netherlands and Belgium. On the morning of 13 June, the Emperor and Empress departed from Haneda Airport aboard a government aircraft for their official visits to the Netherlands and Belgium. As state guests in both countries, they will attend welcoming events, including state banquets.
The state visit to the Netherlands will take place from 17 to 19 June 2026. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will officially welcome Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at Dam Square in Amsterdam. The state visit to Belgium will officially begin on Tuesday, 23 June, with a ceremonial welcome at Place des Palais (Palace Square) in Brussels.
I am so looking forward to this visit! They all have warm bonds with each other and so much history together. Too bad Aiko doesn't accompany them to meet the younger royals.
ReplyDeleteWow, they are leaving early. They probably have planned other visits too while they are in Europe. I know it will be CP Elisabeth who will welcome them at the Airport upon their arrival in Belgium.
ReplyDeleteThey will stay privately with the Belgian Royal Family over the weekend.
Delete@Anonymous13/6/26 17:42: the Japanese imperial couple will stay with the Dutch royal family this weekend. EM has stayed a couple of months in The Netherlands 2 decades ago and that has been the start of a warm relationship between the two families.
DeleteBack to fashion, apart from her komono dressing, this is one of the best looks of EM ever (and then I forget about the hat, as Ibelieve the hat style will never change).
@ Anonymous 17:42
DeleteI know that but they first went on state visit to The Netherlands, unless they are staying this weekend with the Belgian Royal Family. I read it would be in the Castle of Ciergnon in the Ardennes.
@ Anonymous 19:26
The emperors have a warm relationship with both families : the Dutch royals and the Belgian royals. The emperor is a personal friend of King Philippe. This friendship goes back since the time King Philippe (then Prince Philippe) studied in the US.
A lovely elegant less-is-more suit of the empress. The classic colour combination blue-white looks in this case very summery because of the bright blue colour.
ReplyDeleteOne of the best suits she has. Great colour for her, good fit and the tie adds a feminine touch
ReplyDeleteYes, very lovely. I hope they ‘ll have a very nice, relaxed stay in Belgium and the Netherlands!
DeleteTrès élégant le tailleur de Masako dont le bleu lumineux se retrouve dans la cravate de son époux toujours vêtu avec soin ; j’ai hâte de les voir arrivés !
ReplyDeleteThey both look very happy in the last picture. They will stay privately for the first nights in The Netherlands, I believe.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely couple,this imperial Japanese couple. The Emperor, so considerate to his wife and the Empress smiling and relaxed, no longer ill and depressed.
ReplyDeleteOuah ! quelle extravagance pour Mako cet ensemble bleu
ReplyDeleteI find this royal couple so charming. Hope they have a great trip to Europe!
ReplyDeleteLovely and dignified Empress. Nice sharp white trim accentuates the blue suit with a matching hat. She and the Emperor make a handsome pair. But i notice a similarity between her and the Princess of Wales’ fashion choices. Always neat and tidy in their appearance - quality clothing/fabric, but predictable. I would love to see the Empress try out a different hat style - just once for the fun of it. - Virginia Dogwood
ReplyDelete@ V. Dogwood
DeleteDon't forget the empress has little to say about her own outfits. Others decide this for her.
Both women look polished and professional.
ReplyDeleteThey will be staying with their friend the Dutch king, where tomorrow they will watch the World Cup match Japan-Netherlands together at home.
ReplyDeleteOh, what a lovely outfit, love this combination, color and style. The single strand pearl earrings, lovely.
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be exciting, I cannot wait for this visit. What fashion choices we will see and jewel pieces!
天皇陛下の専用飛行機は、オランダ領空で軍の戦闘機にエスコートされ、アムステルダム・スキポール空港に到着しました。
ReplyDeleteニュース映像では、両陛下は嬉しそうにオランダの地に降り立たれました。
皇后陛下はこのブルーのスーツを着てお元気そうに見えます。
So lovely to hear! I'm looking forward to seeing all four of them together, as well as when they go to Belgium later.
Delete- Anon 9:13
Not fond of this shade of blue, it does not sit well with Empress Masako's skin tone. She always looks lovely in paler color shades.
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