Tokyo:Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand met with Their Majesties Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan during her official visit to Japan. The meeting took place at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, where the royal families engaged in a tea reception filled with warmth and goodwill.

According to Thai News Agency, Her Majesty the Queen traveled from Sapporo to Tokyo, arriving at Haneda Airport after a flight piloted by His Majesty. The journey covered 442 nautical miles and took approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. Upon arrival, they proceeded to the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo before heading to the Imperial Palace.

The visit highlights the longstanding relationship between the Thai and Japanese royal families, which will mark its 140th anniversary in 2027. The friendship between the two royal families is seen as a strong bond that unites the people of both nations.

The Imperial Palace, situated in Chiyoda Ward, is a historic and cultural landmark in the heart of Tokyo. The Palace Grounds, the residence of the Emperor and Empress, are not open to the public. Her Majesty's visit to the palace included a reception hosted by Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, where they exchanged warm conversations.

Emperor Naruhito, who ascended the throne in 2019, has a history of visiting Thailand, having first visited in 1980 as Prince Hiro. His Majesty married Empress Masako in 1993, and they have one daughter, Princess Aiko. After completing her royal duties in Tokyo, Her Majesty the Queen returned to Sapporo.