Okinawa Visit

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Okinawa Visit

On 17th November, HIM Emperor Akihito and HIM Empress Michiko visited Okinawa Prefecture. It was their fourth visit to Okinawa as the emperor and the empress.

Firstly, Their Majesties visited Okinawa National Cemetery for the war dead in Itoman City.

On 18th November, Their Majesties attended The 32nd National Convention for the Development of an Abundantly Productive Sea held in Itoman City.

After the ceremony, Their Majesties released young fishes such as Blue Emperor.

Their Majesties visited a rehabilitation center for handicapped people in Itoman City.

On 19th November, Their Majesties visited Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University.

On 20th November, Their Majesties visited Kume island for the fist time.