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The Empress of Japan Gleams in Pearls in Indonesia

06.27.2023 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

Empress Masako of Japan looks on during a news conference by Emperor Naruhito and President Joko Widodo of Indonesia at the Bogor Botanical Gardens on June 19, 2023 (WILLY KURNIAWAN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Empress Masako of Japan made a rare overseas diplomatic trip last week, and she packed a whole lot of gorgeous pearls in her luggage!

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Empress Masako’s Perfect Imperial Pearls

04.20.2023 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

Empress Masako attends the Japan Prize presentation ceremony in Tokyo on April 13, 2023 (KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP via Getty Images)

Last week, the Emperor and Empress of Japan made an appearance at an awards ceremony, and there were some gorgeous imperial pearls on display for the occasion.

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Beautiful Birthday Pearls for Japan’s Imperial Family in Tokyo

03.01.2023 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan greet people during his birthday celebrations at the Imperial Palace on February 23, 2022 (RODRIGO REYES MARIN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Last week, the Emperor of Japan celebrated his birthday with a traditional public appearance, and the ladies of the imperial family wore their usual uniform of pearls and brooches for the daytime occasion.

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A Glittering Guide to Japan’s Incredible Imperial Tiaras

01.02.2023 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako wave from their car during the imperial parade for enthronement of Emperor Naruhito on November 10, 2019 in Tokyo, Japan (Takashi Aoyama/Getty Images)

It’s the season for glittering New Year tiaras in Japan—though once again, this year, tiaras won’t be worn at the New Year reception in Tokyo, thanks to ongoing pandemic concerns. Today, though, I’ve got a guide to the tiaras we see current members of the imperial family wearing for festive gala events.

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