June 26th 2024.
Emperor Naruhito and King Charles shared a moment of camaraderie as they raised their glasses in a toast. It was the end of an eventful first day of the Japanese Emperor and Empress' visit to Britain, and the royal couple had just concluded a lavish banquet at Buckingham Palace. The evening was filled with eloquent speeches, decadent ice cream, and exquisite wines, a true display of the grandeur and hospitality of the British monarchy.
During his speech, King Charles made a playful reference to two of Japan's most beloved cultural exports, Pokémon and Hello Kitty. He reminisced about his past fishing trips with Emperor Naruhito, but humorously admitted that his more recent attempts at the sport have not been as successful. "The Pokémon phrase 'gotta catch 'em all' may resonate with my grandchildren, but for me, it is still a lofty goal!" he exclaimed, drawing laughter from the guests.
As the three-day visit continues, the royal family is expected to have more engagements together. However, Princess Anne, who recently suffered an injury at her home in Gloucestershire, is unable to join them. The 73-year-old is currently recovering in the hospital and will have to miss several engagements this week, including the state banquet and a planned tour to Canada. The royal family is sending their well-wishes for her speedy recovery and are looking forward to her return to their side.
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