Author: Sean Coughlan

BBC Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan were warmly received by King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace to mark the start of their three-day state visit to the UK. The visit includes reinforcing military, scientific, and cultural ties between the UK and Japan, with ancient traditions and modern politics intertwining during the red-carpet welcome. Despite the absence of Princess Anne due to a horse-related injury, the Japanese royal couple received a formal royal greeting at Horse Guards Parade followed by a procession to Buckingham Palace. State banquets and diplomatic gestures will continue throughout the…