Rare informal photos from May capture Japan's imperial family at Tochigi's Stock Farm, harvesting crops, and enjoying serene moments together. Published on By On June 6, the released rare candid photos of Their Majesties and their only child, . They showcase moments of the imperial family relaxing at the in in May.
Pictures of their pet cats are also included. personally shot several of these photos. The images offer a glimpse into the imperial family's warm and relaxed daily life.
Photos taken at the Imperial Stock Farm capture the Imperial family harvesting mini tomatoes and bamboo shoots. Princess Aiko is seen crouching down as she struggles to dig up bamboo shoots in one shot. According to the Imperial Household Agency, the family later enjoyed eating the food they harvested together.
Photos also showed Their Majesties and Princess Aiko wearing helmets as they cycled around the farm. In another snapshot, the imperial family wore protective gear to guard against infection from potential livestock disease. In that particular shot, His Majesty took a commemorative photo of and Princess Aiko.
The agency also released several other photos taken by His Majesty. One shows Princess Aiko cradling a lamb while the Empress smiles beside her. In another, Empress Masako can be seen stroking a horse in the stable.
Through the lens, His Majesty's warm affection for his family is palpable. Mii and Seven are the family's pet cats. Their photos were also released.
Empress Masako exhibited .
