Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, celebrated her 20th birthday on the 1st and became an adult royal family.
Aiko commented, "I would like to take each and every task seriously and help Their Majesties as much as possible."
This is the full text of Aiko's impressions.
I am glad that I was able to successfully reach one milestone of adulthood.
Looking back on the days I have had, I am deeply moved by the various events that have happened, and I realize that it was a time of great learning.
At the same time, I feel that I have been taken care of by many people in my daily life, including school teachers and friends, and have spent time with their help.
Through meeting and interacting with various people, I learned how wonderful it is for people to hold hands with each other and expand the circle of interaction, and all my experiences are now my property.
I am deeply grateful to all who have been involved in my steps to this day.
We would also like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to all the people who are watching over their growth and giving us warm voices.
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress have been lovingly and carefully nurturing them, and have always supported them closest to them.
In addition, Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress have kindly wrapped me up and guided me from an early age.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
From now on, as a member of the adult royal family, I would like to sincerely face each and every task and help Their Majesties as much as possible.
And I would like to take step by step so that I can grow up to be an adult who can help others by improving myself while valuing small joys without forgetting compassion and gratitude on a daily basis.
I am still immature, but I hope you will continue to watch over me warmly.
Looking at the world, it is painful to see that many people have died due to the new coronavirus infection.
In addition, I am worried that many people are still living a difficult life under the influence of this infectious disease.
We hope that everyone will have a peaceful and colorful life as soon as possible, and we look forward to the day when we will be able to meet and talk with you as before.