The funeral ceremony for Japan's Princess Yuriko was held at Toshimagaoka Cemetery in Tokyo. The service was attended by 480 people, including 10 members of the Imperial household, led by her granddaughter, Princess Akiko, who served as the chief mourner. Other attendees included Crown Prince Akishino, Princess Kiko, Princess Aiko, and Princess Kako. Princess Yuriko passed away on November 15 at the age of 101.
Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, Emperor Emeritus Akihito, and Empress Emerita Michiko, who typically do not attend farewell services, did not attend the wake. However, they visited her residence on November 24, shortly before the wake, to pay their respects.
A somber occasion but everyone looks very good. It’s interesting to see the mourning jewelry worn. I’m assuming it’s jet? (V.M.)
ReplyDeleteI read that they wear jet jewelry. I am surprised that they wear jewelry at all. It would be understandable if they didn't wear any adornments.
DeleteI know it's not appropriate to comment on fashion at funerals. But everyone is so suited to the event. With respect, I would say they are very elegant.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you--not a time to critique fashion. I wasn't aware that they wore veils. Very respectful and reserved.
DeleteI agree elegance and respect in the clothing they wear.
DeleteThe way they are dressed, the mourning jewelry, the short veils are traditions we don't see anymore in the Western world since a long time.
ReplyDeleteCela dépend des régions et surtout d'époque en France, je me rappelle la tradition du port du voile !
ReplyDeleteDoes any one know if Kei and Mako Komuro attended?
ReplyDeleteFashion wise, yes, it seems wrong to comment on it in regards to a funeral but every one is so well dressed with excellent tailoring. The definition of dignified and elegant.
Very respectful and so elegant, perfectly tailored.
ReplyDelete女性皇族が手に持つ扇は、あの世とこの世の結界の意味があり、故人への敬意を表しています。
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