Overview
- The agency announced on Nov. 18 that Princess Kako has a confirmed coronavirus infection.
- She developed a fever in the 38°C range on Tuesday morning, and a re-test that day returned positive.
- According to officials, she had throat pain on Nov. 16 and tested negative on Nov. 17 before the positive result.
- She will skip planned public duties through Nov. 21, including a Deaflympics Square visit and a traditional crafts ceremony appearance.
- The agency reports no changes in the health of Crown Prince Akishino and his wife at this time.