Japanese Emperor and Empress attended the National Memorial Ceremony

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo

On August 15, 2021, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo, which was held on the occasion of the 76th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II. On August 15, 1945, Emperor Showa announced on the radio that the country had surrendered.

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo

The ceremony is held annually to commemorate those who died in the war. About 180 people attended the ceremony. It is the lowest attendance since the event started in 1963. The government limited the number of people present due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the National Memorial Ceremony at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo

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  1. Anonymous15/8/21 17:11

    Very stylish,
    Josh

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  2. Chaque fois que je vois une de leurs photos, je remarque que l'empereur essaie d'accorder la couleur de sa cravate avec la tenue de son épouse ainsi qu'en fonction de l’événement - Ils sont toujours très élégants ; je pense que ces couleurs ont déjà été portées pour cette cérémonie sans en être sûre !

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  3. Anonymous15/8/21 19:29

    Very moving.

    I appreciate the Empress's sensible and modest shoes here and always, which don't dramatize or distract from her dignified appearances.

    C.

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  4. Anonymous15/8/21 21:42

    A peaceful and serene service.
    I believe Empress Masako has worn this suit before (or one very similar). She looks as good in it now as she did before. Good to see them both again.
    - Anon 9:13

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    1. Yes, always a joy to see them and admire the impeccable lines of their Japanese fashions.

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  5. Anonymous16/8/21 13:34

    The Empress appears to be wearing the identical outfit that was worn at last year's ceremony.

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