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Princess Aiko

Last Updated On | 18 Jul 2026

Japan majorly overhauls royal family - with huge impact on Princess Aiko

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Japan majorly overhauls royal family - with huge impact on Princess Aiko

Due to rules around succession, Princess Aiko is currently barred from inheriting the throne, but another major change will benefit her

Inside the Japanese royal family tree – the Imperial House explained

Inside the Japanese royal family tree – the Imperial House explained

The Imperial House is the oldest royal house in existence

An exciting new royal social media account is coming – details

An exciting new royal social media account is coming – details

Japan's royal family are joining Instagram

Princess Aiko of Japan set for big change as she celebrates 20th birthday

Princess Aiko of Japan set for big change as she celebrates 20th birthday

The royal is Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako's only child

Princess Aiko of Japan, 14, misses school for a month due to 'exam stress'

Princess Aiko of Japan, 14, misses school for a month due to 'exam stress'

Japanese royals pose for rare family photo for New Year

Birthdays put the focus on an ancient monarchy seeking change

Aiko saddles up for a little fifth birthday fun

Aiko marks passage into childhood with ancient ceremony

Masako and family jet off to the Netherlands

Masako and Naruhito break with tradition in holiday choice

Little Princess Aiko takes rainy weather in her stride

Masako on fine form at airport farewell

Kindergarten is a walk in the park for Princess Aiko

Aiko sets out on her first day at school

Enthusiastic welcome for Naruhito from Aiko

Smiling Masako faces the press at her Tokyo home

Aiko makes new friends in the Magic Kingdom

Japanese leader paves way for 'Empress Aiko'

Masako and family head off on hols

PRINCESS AIKO VISITS HER MATERNAL GRANDPARENTS

JAPAN CONSIDERS ALLOWING LITTLE AIKO TO BECOME EMPRESS