The Imperial Household Agency of Japan has announced the birth of Princess Mako’s first child.
Emperor Naruhito’s niece Mako Komuro departed the royal family in 2021 when she wed a commoner, Kei Komuro, a former college classmate.
After being married, the 33-year-old former princess gave up her royal position and relocated to New York, where her husband practices law. She recently welcomed their first kid along with her husband, who is also 33.
Although the newborn’s name and gender were not disclosed, an agency spokesman stated during a news conference that both mother and kid are in good health.
Fumihito, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, Mako’s parents, were said to be delighted at the news and wished the family the greatest happiness.
‘This is a matter for a person who has left the Imperial Family, and we had hoped that she would spend her time in a quiet environment,’ said grand master Naomasa Yoshida at the conference, as reported in the Japan Times.
‘We decided to make the announcement, however, in light of some media reports (about the birth).’
Mako made headlines around the world in 2021 when she sensationally forfeited her royal status to marry her college sweetheart, 31-year-old Kei Komuro.
They married in a civil ceremony back in 2021 and Mako moved to New York City to live with her husband.
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