On a night of elegance and royal protocol, Kings Charles III and Camilla presided over a gala dinner in honor of the Emperors of Japan, Naruhito and Masako, who are on an official visit to London. The event, held in the ballroom of Buckingham Palace, was attended by other prominent members of the British royal family, including the Prince William, the Dukes of Edinburgh and the Dukes of Gloucester.
Standing out among the jewels of royalty, the Empress Masako has dazzled by showing off in public for the first time the historic chrysanthemum tiara. This exquisite piece, a symbol of the Japanese monarchy, has traditionally been reserved for empresses, being the last to wear it. Michiko, Naruhito’s mother. The tiara, made by Empress Kojun with diamonds from brooches that belonged to her mother-in-law, the Empress Teimeihad not been seen in public since 2012, adding historical and ceremonial value to Masako’s presence at the banquet.
For its part, the queen camilla has opted for the Burmese ruby tiara, a piece that she had previously worn on formal occasions, highlighting her elegance and good taste in her choice of jewelry. However, the most striking thing about her outfit was the new insignia of the Order of the Royal Family, adorned with the portrait of King Charles III, painted by the renowned miniaturist. Elizabeth Meek. This insignia, worn for the first time by Camilla, replaces the previous one with the portrait of the Queen isabel II, marking a significant moment in her role as queen consort.
The Japanese emperors’ program in the United Kingdom includes notable visits such as a wreath laying at the tomb of Elizabeth II and a visit to a manga exhibition at the Young V&A museum. In addition, Naruhito will visit the Oxford University Colleges, where he studied during his youth, thus closing his official agenda before leaving on Friday.
The presence of the Japanese emperors in London has been received with great solemnity and respect, underlining the importance of diplomatic and cultural relations between Japan and the United Kingdom. The gala evening at Buckingham Palace has not only been a protocol event, but also a moment to strengthen the historical and cultural ties between both nations. @mundiario
