19-Year-Old Prince Hisahito Makes First Imperial Banquet Appearance — What It Means for His Royal Future

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Royals (1 / 1) 27.05.2026 22:58 / Torben

Japan's young prince quietly stepped into a more public role at a high-profile state dinner, raising questions about a new chapter for the royal family. Read on to discover the full story!

Royal milestone

On May 27, 2026, 19-year-old Prince Hisahito attended his first imperial banquet at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, part of the welcome for Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos. The outing was noted as his first time taking part in an event specifically hosted for a state guest.