In this message, the Sovereign expresses His wishes of good health and happiness to Emperor Naruhito and His warm regards to the esteemed Imperial family, and of further progress and prosperity to the Japanese people.

On this occasion, HM the King reiterates His satisfaction with the relations rooted in close friendship and mutual esteem between the two Royal families, expressing His determination to continue to work together with Emperor Naruhito to consolidate and diversify bilateral cooperation in all sectors, for the mutual benefit of both peoples.