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Name: Princess Masako
Rating: 2 (1 reviews)
Author: Ben Hills

Princess Masako Owada, the wife of Japan’s Crown Prince Naruhito, has long been a symbol of the nation’s intertwining between tradition and modernity. This biography traces her journey from a well‑educated, independent woman to the Crown Princess, detailing the expectations placed upon her and the challenges she faced within the imperial household. It offers a measured look at her personal life and public duties, highlighting how her experience reflects broader issues of gender, duty, and change in contemporary Japanese society.

First publish date: December 28, 2006

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Ben Hills

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