Society | Apr 08

Imperial garden party to be held without food or alcohol, sources say

TOKYO, Apr 08 (NHK) - No food or alcohol will be served at the Imperial garden party that is due to be held in Tokyo next month for the first time in five years.

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will host the party at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens on May 11. It will be the first such event since the Emperor ascended the throne.

Imperial couples have traditionally hosted the parties twice a year -- in the spring and fall.

Guests were usually treated to sandwiches and other refreshments, along with grilled mutton from sheep raised at the Imperial Stock Farm. Beer and other alcoholic drinks were also served.

Sources close to the Imperial Household Agency say only soft drinks will be available at the upcoming party, in consideration of the coronavirus infection situation. ...continue reading

Source: ANNnewsCH

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