Crown prince and crown princess return from Paraguay
The trip marked Crown Prince Akishino's first visit to the South American country in 20 years.
Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko returned to Tokyo on Wednesday after a trip to Paraguay, marking the prince's first visit to the South American nation in two decades. In a statement, the couple expressed their renewed appreciation for Paraguay, stating that the 20-year passage of time had only enhanced its significance for them. They expressed hope that Japanese immigrants and their descendants would contribute to the country's development and that the bilateral relationship would continue to strengthen.
The royal couple embarked on their journey from Haneda Airport on August 18, ultimately arriving in Paraguay's capital, Asunción, the following day via Los Angeles. Upon their arrival, they met with Paraguayan President Santiago Pena on Thursday and attended a ceremony the following day to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Japanese immigration to Paraguay.
During their visit, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko paid a visit to La Colmena, the site of the first Japanese settlement in Paraguay, and Yguazu, where they met with individuals of Japanese descent. Their official trip to Paraguay provided an opportunity for the couple to deepen their understanding of the country and strengthen the longstanding ties between Japan and Paraguay.
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