Preparation for Princess Kiko's childbirth begins

Preparation for Princess Kiko's childbirth begins

TOKYO, Japan - Princess Kiko leaves the imperial Akasaka Estate in central Tokyo by car on Feb. 8, one day after the Imperial Household Agency announced her pregnancy. (Kyodo)

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