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.
