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Princess Mikasa, the oldest member of Japan’s royal family and great aunt to the current emperor, died at the age of 101 on November 15 in a Tokyo hospital, as confirmed by the Imperial Household Agency. Her passing marks a significant moment in Japan’s imperial history, given her long life and the historical events she witnessed.
Born Yuriko Takagi on June 4, 1923, into an aristocratic family, Princess Mikasa married Prince Mikasa, the younger brother of wartime Emperor Hirohito. The couple had five children—two daughters and three sons. Throughout her life, Princess Mikasa faced numerous hardships, including financial struggles after losing their home.
