The coming-of-age ceremony for Prince Hisahito, the eldest son of the Akishino family, began this morning. This is the first Coming of Age Ceremony in 40 years. By tradition, it is a ceremony only held for male members of the Imperial Family. Today, on his 19th birthday, the ceremony is taking place in a solemn atmosphere at the Imperial Palace. As for developments this morning, a ceremony called the "Canopy Ceremony" was held at the residence of Prince Akishino, where he is currently residing, where he is presented with the adult "crown." Afterwards, he moved to the Imperial Palace to take part in the main event, the Kakan no Gi ceremony. Prince Hisahito also greeted the press, but it was striking how nervous he looked.The ceremony was attended by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, Prince and Princess Akishino, Princess Aiko and her older sister Princess Kako, as well as Prime Minister Ishiba and others. The ceremony involves the person performing the crowning ceremony putting the crown on Prince Hisahito and then cutting the string around his neck with scissors. Prince Hisahito looked straight ahead with a serious expression, and in the silence of the room, the only sound that echoed was the sharp snap of the scissors cutting the string. At the end of the ceremony, Prince Hisahito expressed his gratitude to Their Majesties and his parents, Prince and Princess Akishino."Thank you very much for holding my coming-of-age ceremony today. I will be aware of my role as an adult member of the royal family and fulfill my duties." Just now, he changed into the black attire worn by adults, called a "Hoeki no Hou," and headed to the Kashikodokoro in a special carriage decorated for the ceremony. In addition, various ceremonies and events continue into the evening, including the "Morning Audience Ceremony," where the Emperor and Empress give their coming-of-age greetings."Thank you very much for holding my coming-of-age ceremony today. I will be aware of my role as an adult member of the royal family and fulfill my duties." Just now, he changed into the black attire worn by adults, called a "Hoeki no Hou," and headed to the Kashikodokoro in a special carriage decorated for the ceremony. In addition, various ceremonies and events continue into the evening, including the "Morning Audience Ceremony," where the Emperor and Empress give their coming-of-age greetings."Thank you very much for holding my coming-of-age ceremony today. I will be aware of my role as an adult member of the royal family and fulfill my duties." Just now, he changed into the black attire worn by adults, called a "Hoeki no Hou," and headed to the Kashikodokoro in a special carriage decorated for the ceremony. In addition, various ceremonies and events continue into the evening, including the "Morning Audience Ceremony," where the Emperor and Empress give their coming-of-age greetings. #fyp #princehisahitoofjapan - @pangeran_hisahito.262