The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh to Visit Japan
Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will visit Japan from 18 to 22 Sept, celebrating the enduring partnership between the UK and Japan.
Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will undertake an official visit to Japan from 18 to 22 September 2025, with engagements in Tokyo and Osaka, to celebrate and strengthen the enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and Japan.
The visit will highlight shared values and cooperation in areas such as education, sustainability, innovation, youth opportunity, and women’s leadership. It will also support the UK’s objectives at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, where the UK Pavilion showcases British creativity and global collaboration.
Key highlights of the visit include:
- A meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress.
- An audience with Their Imperial Highnesses Crown Prince and Crown Princess Akishino.
- Tree planting ceremony at the Akasaka State Guest House, commemorating Her Late Majesty The Queen’s 1975 visit.
- Visit to Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena,
- Engagements at Kasai Marine Park, focusing on environmental education and biodiversity.
- A reception at the British Ambassador’s Residence celebrating the MUSUBI Initiative.
- Visit to Koyasan, including Kongobuji Temple and Okunoin Cemetery.
- Tour of the UK Pavilion at Expo 2025, showcasing British innovation in clean energy and sustainability.
- Participation in a UN Women panel at the Women’s Pavilion, Expo 2025.
- The Duke and Duchess will be accompanied by senior members of their household and supported by the British Embassy Tokyo and Consulate-General Osaka.
This visit underscores the deep and historic ties between the UK and Japan, and our shared commitment to addressing global challenges through innovation, education, and cultural exchange.