Princess Akiko's Glittering Japan Day in Monaco

0:00It's March 23rd, entertainment and celebrity news today starts now, AI-powered and spotlight ready. I'm Kori with the story. Princess Akiko of Japan turned heads at Monaco's Rose Bowl, one of the glit-seest events on the principalities calendar. As the second cousin to Emperor Naruhito, she joined as a guest of honor during the first ever Japan Day, marking 20 years of diplomatic ties. In the Monaco and Japan, the low-key princess made history last year as the first woman in about two centuries to lead one of Japan's five royal branches aimed at securing. The line of succession. She represented the Emperor at weekend festivities, wearing a soft rose top with a floral skirt and mint green sash. Monaco's Prince Albert and Princess Charlene hosted a ceremony at the Grimaldi Forum, featuring Japanese tyco drummers and a performance by Valarina. Nimoza Coique from the Monte Carlo Ballet. Prince Albert had visited Japan last summer with his sister, Princess Stephanie, strengthening

1:00those bonds. That evening, Akiko mingled with the Grimaldi family at the Rose Bowl, a fundraiser for the Princess Grace Foundation, run by Princess Caroline with, designs from Christian Lubuta. Stars like Lady Kitty Spencer and Princess Alexandra of Hanover added to the star power. These gatherings highlight growing friendships between the royals, blending culture and charity in true Monaco style.