The second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Akishino, Yoshiko, celebrated her 26th birthday on the 29th.
According to the Imperial Household Agency, although the new coronavirus has reduced the chances of going out, she has been politely engaged in public activities and events at home.
In September, I watched a national convention of sign language performances by high school students online and received a video message with sign language.
While it was difficult to carry out activities and practice as usual, I was impressed by the performance that high school students made and showed well in teamwork.
In addition, with Mr. and Mrs. Akishino and his sister Mako, we have been interviewed online by experts in various fields related to the new coronavirus nearly 30 times since May.
Mr. Yoshiko sometimes read the materials in advance and enthusiastically asked questions, and expressed her gratitude for playing an important role for the people.
And last month, I was involved in various activities over the past year, such as attending the "Rikkoshi no Rei" by Mr. Akishinomiya.
Yoshiko's birthday event will not be held because many people are in a difficult situation due to the spread of the infection.
The video released by the Imperial Household Agency on Yoshiko's birthday shows how she and her sister, Mako, took a walk around the Akasaka Imperial Property where they live on the 4th of this month.
Ms. Yoshiko in her coat walks slowly with Ms. Mako on the bridge over the garden and pond where the maple leaves are colored red, and chats with her with an occasional smile.