TOKYO, Oct 02 (News On Japan) - Princess Aiko, the daughter of the Emperor and Empress, has tested positive for Covid-19, the Imperial Household Agency announced on October 2nd, cancelling her scheduled trip to Shiga Prefecture on October 5th and 6th to observe the National Sports Festival.
According to the agency, Aiko developed a fever of around 38 degrees Celsius and a sore throat on September 30th, prompting a medical test that confirmed the infection.
The Emperor and Empress currently show no symptoms but will undergo testing if deemed necessary, the agency said.
Source: TBS