For the first time since 1963, when the event began being held at the Akasaka Imperial Garden in Tokyo, the imperial family split into three groups, each taking separate routes to greet guests ...

One of the world’s most populous cities, Tokyo brings together many of the elements that make Japan so popular with travelers ...

Emperor Naruhito, front center, Empress Masako, second right, and other royal family members walk down a hill to greet guests during the spring garden party at the Akasaka Palace imperial garden in ...

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako hosted a spring garden party at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens in Tokyo's Minato Ward on Tuesday, with guests including manga artist Tetsuya Chiba. The imperial ...

Japan's Emperor Naruhito, left, Empress Masako, second left, and other royal family members attend a spring garden party at ...

TOKYO — Sunday was another gorgeous day ... Then, it was on to the Imperial Palace gardens. Unfortunately, we were unable to get an Imperial Palace tour booked. So... gotta come back to Japan ...

The next garden party to mark the fall season will be held at the Akasaka Imperial Garden in Tokyo on Oct. 30. Stung by the criticism, the Imperial Household Agency said that the names of the ...

Japan's Emperor Naruhito, left, and Empress Masako arrive at a spring garden party at the Akasaka Imperial Garden in Tokyo, Tuesday, April 22, 2025.