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Japan's reigning monarch, Emperor Naruhito, and his wife Empress Masako visited Ghibli Park in Aichi Prefecture as part of their two-day trip. The park, located within the larger Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park, is a popular destination for couples and fans of Studio Ghibli's films. It features various zones, including the Grand Warehouse section, where the couple toured Ghibli artwork, production displays, and diorama-like recreations of memorable scenes from Ghibli anime.

During their visit, the emperor and empress participated in a special photo opportunity with No Face from the film Spirited Away. Emperor Naruhito asked an aide to capture the moment using the royal smartphone. Later, they were guided through the park by Goro Miyazaki, son of Ghibli co-founder Hayao Miyazaki, who played a key role in designing and operating the park.

After their photo session with No Face, the emperor and empress met with local elementary school children in the Catbus playroom, a designated area for adults and children alike. Notably, despite the park's rule prohibiting adults from entering the Catbus, both the emperor and empress entered the adults-allowed section of the room while engaging with the children.

The royal couple also attended an Asian Games 2026 women's basketball game between Japan and Kazakhstan at Aichi Arena later in their visit. It is unclear if they explored the rest of the park or watched the newest Ghibli anime, which is only available within the park. An outdoor screening of the latest film is scheduled for October.