The Japanese Imperial Family General News and Chat

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Hopeful that this annual New Year's Greeting will be permitted this year.

Could Japan be reintroducing New Year greeting? ? Royal Central

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Emperor Naruhito undergoes MRI for prostate cancer scare ? Royal Central

Emperor Naruhito has undergone an MRI test following a blood draw result that sparked some concerns for his health.

Shortly before 9:30 am Tokyo time on Monday, 7 November, the Emperor entered the University of Tokyo Hospital to undergo the scheduled check. He came out of the facility after 1 pm and was seen nodding to the people that recognised him.

The Imperial Household Agency had announced on 3 October that the Emperor would have to undergo this procedure, following a ?slightly elevated? PSA marker. The acronym stands for ?Prostate-Specific Antigen,? and, in some instances, it is connected to the presence of prostate cancer in the individual.

His Imperial Majesty, who is now 62-years-old, has not changed his schedule following these results and has continued to carry out his regular daily routine, which also includes some light jogging, according to sources.

It is expected that the results of the MRI will take at least a few days to reach the patient and his staff, but the public can expect to receive news about them as soon as they have been read and analysed by the Emperor?s medical staff. 

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Empress Masako unable to attend birthday celebrations for daughter due to health ? Royal Central


How sad for Empress Masako that she was unable to attend. I hope that she makes a full recovery soon.

Empress Masako of Japan was unable to attend birthday celebrations for her daughter, Princess Aiko, due to her health.

Princess Aiko turned 21 on 1 December and marked the day by visiting her grandparents, Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko. She also greeted staff at the Imperial Palace on her special day.

The only child of the Emperor and Empress received congratulations from staff who included the Chief of the Imperial Household Agency, the Deputy Chief, the Chief Chamberlain and the Chamberlain staff. Emperor Naruhito was there to wish his daughter a happy birthday, as well, but Empress Masako could not attend due to health reasons.

All that has been reported in Japanese media is that the Empress was in poor health on the day.

Empress Masako has struggled with health issues for years, and as a result, during her time as Crown Princess of Japan, she spent many years out of the limelight. The Empress has dealt with stress-induced mental health issues for years; she developed an adjustment disorder after the birth of Princess Aiko and the stress of trying to produce a male heir.

Around the time of Emperor Naruhito?s enthronement in 2019 and her 56th birthday that year, her doctors said her condition had improved. However, they added: ?But she has not fully recovered, and her conditions have ups and downs. She gets tired after a major event or after a series of events.

?Having over-expectations could go counter to her recovery.?

They stressed the importance of her continuing treatment with the support of those around her.

Empress Masako appears at events in Japan but has prioritised her health. Princess Aiko is said to be a strong emotional support to her mother.


   




   

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YEAR IN REVIEW: Threats, health scares, and new beginnings for the Japanese Imperial Family in 2022 ? Royal Central

The Japanese Imperial Family has had its share of threats and health scares throughout 2022. However, the year was also one for new beginnings.

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The Imperial Family releases New Year's photos of the Emperor, Empress, Princess Aiko, the Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emeritus and the Crown Prince family: CP, CPss, Princess Kako and Prince Hishahito.

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako beam in family portraits | Daily Mail Online

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Princess Aiko finally has the opportunity to attend in person university classes. I'm so sorry that she's been unable to experience normal student life. I hope that she has the chance to go abroad to study like her father and mother did when they were in their twenties.

Japan?s Princess Aiko finally able to attend in-person classes ? Royal Central

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Seems like a fragile threesome. I hope Masako recovers soon.

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Japanese Prince to undergo surgery ? Royal Central

A Japanese royal is set to undergo surgery.

Prince Hitachi, 87, will undergo ureteral stone surgery at the Japanese Red Cross Medical Center in Tokyo.

The surgery will take place on 20 March and will consist of breaking apart the stones.

According to the Imperial Household Agency, the uncle of Emperor Naruhito is not in any pain from the stones. He is spending his days as usual, and the stones have not caused any interruption in his daily activities.

Prince Hitachi was hospitalised in early March as a precautionary measure after a high fever. The Imperial Household Agency said the royal was hospitalised due to his advanced age.

He suffered from a stuffy and runny nose but tested negative for the flu and COVID-19.

The royal first visited the hospital on 28 February with close to a 37 C fever; he returned home when the fever reduced but was forced to return to the hospital when his fever got to 38 C.

He was discharged on 5 March.

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The Imperial Family visited the Imperial Stock Farm to visit the animals.
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Empress Masako attends the Red Cross Convention.

Empress Masako Attends Japanese Red Cross Convention | Nippon.com