Princess Aiko of Japan beams as she attends her graduation ceremony at Gakushuin University in Tokyo before taking up a role with the Red Cross

Princess Aiko of Japan beamed as she attended her graduation ceremony at Gakushuin University in Tokyo.

Aiko, the only daughter of Emperor Naruhito, 63, and Empress Masako, 60, wore a navy blue kimono with pale pink sleeves as she braved a storm on Wednesday.

The 22-year-old, who studied Japanese language and literature for four years, wore traditional Japanese split-toe shoes called Tabi, which are an important part of Japan’s fashion and history.

The princess appeared cheerful as she walked through the university grounds on her way to her graduation ceremony in Tokyo’s Mejiro district.

She carried a cream handbag and pink flowers in her raven locks to match her colorful kimono.

Aiko plans to work at the Red Cross after his studies.

Her contractual role with the Red Cross will not impact her official duties, and she plans to perform both simultaneously Kyodo News.

It is believed the princess will commute to the company’s headquarters in Tokyo’s Minato district, although her exact role has not been revealed.

“I am happy to become involved in the work of the Japanese Red Cross,” Princess Aiko said in a statement released by the agency. She added: “At the same time, I feel determined.”

The Japanese Imperial Family has a long-standing association with the charity, and Empress Masako currently serves as honorary chairman of the organization.

Aiko said, “I am happy and humbled to work for the Japanese Red Cross, which I have always been interested in.

‘I continue to learn different things and work hard knowing that I am a member of society. I hope that, even if only on a small scale, I can do something for people and society.’

She carried a cream handbag and pink flowers in her raven locks to match her colorful kimono

Aiko, the only daughter of Emperor Naruhito, 63, and Empress Masako, 60, wore a navy blue kimono with pale pink patterned sleeves as she braved a storm.

The 22-year-old, who studied Japanese language and literature for four years, wore traditional Japanese split-toe shoes called Tabi, which are an important part of Japan’s fashion and history.

The exact nature of the Aiko’s role in the Red Cross is unknown. The princess leads a private life and she previously went through a period of bullying and fear during her childhood, which caused her to leave school.

It comes after Princess Aiko’s aunt, Princess Kiko, reportedly underwent a medical test to determine the cause of her mysterious illness, but to no avail.

Crown Prince Akishino’s wife, 57, underwent an endoscopy at a Tokyo hospital earlier this month, but no abnormalities were discovered.

Kiko has been suffering from an unknown illness since last year The Mainichi.

The royal family has experienced painful symptoms related to the gastrointestinal tract, leaving her unable to eat normal meals.

The mother of two has been advised to “rest and focus on recovery,” the Japanese newspaper said.

The princess appeared cheerful as she walked through the university grounds on her way to her graduation ceremony in Tokyo’s Mejiro district.

Princess Aiko is the only child of Japanese Emperor Naruhito (center), 63, and Empress Masako (left), 60

Although doctors have advised Kiko to rest, they have suggested she may face painful symptoms in the coming months.

It comes after claims that Crown Princess Kiko of Japan is unable to eat ‘normal meals’ after contracting a mystery illness.

The Imperial Household Agency said the royal mother of two has been unwell since last year, according to the national newspaper The Mainichi.

Doctors have ruled out Covid-19 as the cause of Kiko’s ill health after the princess tested negative for the virus and flu.

Since the cause of Kiko’s illness is still unknown, medical professionals are conducting tests to find a solution.

The princess recently attended the New Year celebrations and appeared to be in a positive mood as she beamed in family portraits released to mark the New Year.