‘Adapted’ Japanese state visit hosted by King to go ahead despite election
The Japanese state visit to the UK hosted by the King is to go ahead in a “slightly adapted” form despite the General Election.
In an unprecedented move, the King and Queen will entertain Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako just days before the country goes to the polls.
The red carpet will be rolled out, and the major, formal state occasion will include the traditional pomp and pageantry of a ceremonial welcome on Horse Guards Parade, a carriage procession and
