Crown Prince Attends Japan Foundation Awards Reception; Writer Yoko Ogawa, Director Satoshi Miyagi among Honorees

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Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko attend a reception for the 50th anniversary of the Japan Foundation Awards in Minato Ward, Tokyo, on Wednesday.

Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko attended a reception celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Japan Foundation Awards in Minato Ward, Tokyo, on Wednesday.

The awards honor individuals and groups who have made contributions to international friendship and goodwill through various activities, such as cultural affairs.

At the reception, the Imperial couple amicably chatted with the recipients of the awards this year, including theater director Satoshi Miyagi and writer Yoko Ogawa.