ANNnewsCH Posts 2006 Footage of Prince Hisahito's Birth

ANNnewsCH Posts 1991 Footage of Princess Mako's Birth

Japan's Prince Hisahito Relaxes with Family at Imperial Ranch

Prince Akishino, Princess Kiko and their three children arrived in Takanezawa yesterday for some respite at the imperial ranch. Back in January, Prince Hisahito amused his grandfather, Emperor Akihito, during a photo opportunity when he entertained the family with his block building and wooden toy animals.

Photo: Associated Press/Koji Sasahara

Prince Hisahito Amuses Japan’s Emperor with Antics

In the wake of the New Year, the Imperial Household Agency released some photographs and video footage of Emperor Akihito of Japan and his family. Princess Kiko attempted to keep her son, one-year-old Prince Hisahito, entertained during the photo session, but he was inclined to be lively which kept the family smiling and laughing at his antics.Photos: Imperial Household Agency

Children Books Translated by Princess Kiko of Japan

A series of eight children books called “It’s a Wild Life, Buddy!” have been translated into Japanese by Princess Akishino of Japan. The orginial books were authored by Vicky Egan, illustrated by Daniela De Luca and published by McRae in 2005. The publishing house of Shinjusha released the first two books in the series, "Biibaa no Ben" (Ben the Beaver) and "Okami no Erikku" (Eric the Wolf) on October 23rd. “Chikyu no Nakamatachi” (Friends of the world) is the Japanese title for the series. The other six books will be released by the end of next year. Shinjusha’s president, Tokuichi Sawachika, made a statement regarding Kiko’s translation and said, "Princess Kiko put in a lot of hard work to produce these wonderful books. As an editor, I'm confident they'll do well."

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First Birthday for Prince Hisahito

Yesterday, Prince Hisahito of Japan celebrated his first birthday. The Imperial Household released photos of Hisahito interacting with his family, Prince Akishino, Princess Kiko, Princess Mako and Princess Kako. The adorable toddler displayed a winsome smile while posing for the cameras.

Since his birth, the Japanese Diet has decided not to change the law of agnatic succession which does not allow Princess Aiko to succeed her father. Little Hisahito is the next heir to the Chrysanthemum Throne after his uncle, Crown Prince Naruhito.

Photos: The Imperial Household Agency