The Emperor's impression New Year's impression "In a year without disaster" January 1 0:00

The Emperor expressed his impression in writing during the New Year.

His Majesty the Emperor first stated, "Since ascending in May of last year, I have fulfilled my daily duties while wishing for the happiness of the people and have spent my life to this day." This year, with many occasions of warm blessings, was truly impressive for both me and the Empress. "

On the other hand, "I am sorry that many precious lives were lost last year due to the typhoon and heavy rain. Many people who have lost their homes due to the severe cold weather and still have a hard time living "I pray that this year will be a year without any disasters."

He concludes, "I sincerely hope that the new year will be a happy year for the people of Japan and the world, and we will continue to fulfill our duties."

His Majesty the Emperor is set to meet his first press conference next month, celebrating his 60th birthday on his 60th birthday.

In the summer, the honorary governors, the Tokyo Olympics and the Paralympic Games, will attend the opening ceremony and be declared open.

In addition, the Empress will visit four prefectures, including Shimane Prefecture, at annual events such as the “National Tree Planting Festival”.

In addition, in the spring, came to Japan Xi Jinping Jintao of China as a state guest, is expected to Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress is, is committed to international friendly faces to welcome event.

The Empress will be attending the "Singing Festival" on 16th of this month for the first time in 17 years, as long as he is in good shape.

On the other hand, on April 19, Akishinomiya will face "Tsujio Tatsushi", which widely informs the inside and outside that he has become the top-ranking "Tsujitsu" in the throne ranking.

Along with Noriko, I will attend the memorial ceremony for the 25th year after the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake on March 17 and the memorial ceremony for the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11.

In the Imperial Palace, a general New Year's saga is held on the 2nd.

New Year's impression

Following the resignation of His Majesty the Emperor, since his throne in May of last year, he has fulfilled his daily duties while wishing for the happiness of the people, and has spent his life to this day.

I was able to finish the events of the coronation successfully, and I was relieved. Was something.

On the other hand, I am sorry that many precious lives were lost last year due to typhoons and heavy rain.

We are thinking of many people who have lost their homes when the cold weather is severe and still have a hard time living.

I hope this year is a year without disaster.

I want to fulfill my duties with sincere hope that the new year will be a happy year for the people of Japan and the world.