Japanese Imperial Family's Annual Poetry Reading Focuses on Peace

Emperor Nahrutio, Empress Masako, and Princess Aiko Share Personal Poems at the Event

Japan's Imperial family hosted their annual poetry reading at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, with a focus on peace and harmony.
Emperor Nahrutio, Empress Masako, and Princess Aiko all read poems they had written, along with selected members of the public.
Emperor Nahrutio's poem reflected on his travels throughout Japan, while Empress Masako's poem was about her daughter Princess Aiko's deep feelings for peace after her visit to Hiroshima.
Princess Aiko's poem expressed her fascination with the traditional form of Waka poetry, which has survived centuries of hardship.
Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Akishino also recited poems about foliage in Lake Towada and a sports festival they attended, respectively.