US EditionEmperor and Empress Attend Welcome Ceremony in Mongolia
ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA, JUL 8 – Emperor Naruhito performed a viola duet with the Mongolian State Morin Khuur Symphony Orchestra, highlighting cultural ties during his second visit to Mongolia, officials said.
- On July 8, 2025, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako participated in a reception ceremony in Ulaanbaatar, marking the first official state visit by a Japanese emperor to Mongolia.
- The visit follows the long-standing diplomatic relations established in 1972 and reflects deeper ties formed since Mongolia's democratization and liberalization in 1990.
- During their visit, the imperial couple explored the Chinggis Khaan National Museum, met with Mongolia’s leader and his spouse, and planned to attend the opening event of the Naadam sports festival.
- The Emperor stated that "suffering and sorrow should never be forgotten" while honoring Japanese prisoners of war who died in Mongolian internment camps after World War II.
- This weeklong visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and friendship, highlighting shared democratic values and Japan's ongoing support for Mongolia's development projects.
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President U.Khurelsukh and First Lady L.Bolortsetseg hosted a state dinner yesterday in honor of His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito and His Majesty the Empress Masako of Japan, who are visiting Mongolia. During the dinner, His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito performed the famous Japanese "Hamabe no Uta" and "Mongol Alayguu" with the Genghis Khan Order of the Horse Flute Orchestra, which was one of the highlights of the state dinner. Yesterday, as soo…
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