Hirohito Collection

Prince Hirohito (1901 - 1989), in his carriage on the way to be formally installed as Heir to the Throne, 3rd November 1916

Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester and the Garter Mission in Japan to bestow upon Emperor Showa (Hirohito) (1901-1989) the Stranger Knight of the Order of the Garter (KG); conferred in 1929

American mule kicks out at Japanese Agressor - WW2
American mule kicks out at Japanese Aggressor (Emperor Hirohito?) - WW2 - USA - Propaganda First Day Cover envelope Date: 1943

Emperor Hirohito in his coronation garments, c1924-1926
Emperor Hirohito in his coronation garments, c1924. Portrait of Hirohito (1901-1989), the 124th Emperor of Japan according to the traditional order of succession, who reigned from 1926 to 1989

The Prince of Wales with the Empress and Crown Prince of Japan, Tokyo, 1922. The future King Edward VIII on a royal visit

World War II 1939-1945: Australian propaganda poster c1941-1943 emphasising the Japanese threat, and showing a map of Australia and the face of Hirohito

Emperor Hirohito on an official visit, Japan (possibly Kobe). His Rolls Royce Silver Ghost Hooper car stands at the kerb. Date: circa 1927

Emperor Hirohito In Limo
Tokyo, Japan: June 20, 1946. Emperor Hirohito as he leaves the Japanse Diet after making a speech to the open session

The Children of the Crown Prince of Japan. From left: Their Imperial Highnesses Prince Hirohito (1901-1989), Prince Nobuhito (1905-1987) and Prince Yasuhito (1902-1953) of Japan

Hirohito
Prince of Japan H.I.H Prince Hirohito (1901 - 1989), 124th Emperor of Japan according to the traditional order, reigning from December 1926, until his death in 1989

HIROHITO (1901-1989). Emperor of Japan, 1926-1989. Hirohito, left, photographed with his brothers, Prince Mikasa, Prince Takamatsu, and Prince Chichibu, 1921

Crown Prince of Japan watches British Airmen at Work Crown Prince of Japan visited Kenley Aerodrome on Whit Monday and witnessed a flying display

Emperor of Japan at Army manoeuvres at Miye prefecture, Tokyo. 9 December 1929

Crown prince of Japan in London Young Japanese children greet their crowned Prince 10 May 1921

Hirohito, Emperor Showa (1901-1989), 124th Emperor of Japan from 1926. Hirohito in 1912 when on the death of his grandfather Emperor Meiji he became heir apparent

Emperor Hirohito On Snow Drift
Fukui Prefecture, Japan: November 7, 1933. Emperor Hirohito of Japan, mounted on his favorite white horse, Snow Drift, as he directed the annual war maneuvers in western Japan

Prince Hirohito Golfing
Tokyo, Japan: August 16, 1926 Prince Hirohito watches his ball after his drive at the Tokyo Golf Club

Emperor Hirohito of Japan
Japan: c. 1935 The Emperor Hirohito of Japan

The Emperor of Japan, Hirohito, reviews the officers for Japanes
Tokyo, Japan: 1928. The Emperor of Japan, Hirohito, reviews the officers of the new training school for Japanese Boy Scouts. The school has been established by the Department of Education

Okinawa Reverts Back To Japan
Tokyo, Japan: May 15, 1972 Prime Minister Eisaku Sato, far right, wipes his eyes as Vice-President Spiro Agnew reads the Presidential proclamation reverting Okinawa back to Japan

State visit of Emperor Hirohito to London
Pomp and circumstance during the state visit of Japanese Emperor Hirohito to London. Date: October 1971

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"Hirohito: The Journey of Japan's 124th Emperor" Step back in time with this digitally restored war propaganda poster, showcasing the influential figure of Hirohito. Born as Prince Hirohito in 1901, he embarked on a remarkable journey that would lead him to become the revered Emperor of Japan. In this captivating image from November 3rd, 1916, we witness a young Hirohito riding in his carriage on his way to be formally installed as Heir to the Throne, following the passing of his father Emperor Taisho. The significance of Hirohito's reign cannot be overstated. As the world plunged into World War II, tensions escalated between nations. Here we see an American mule defiantly kicking out at Japanese aggressors - a symbol of resistance and resilience during those tumultuous times. Intriguingly, another snapshot takes us back to Tokyo in 1932 during an attack whose creator remains unknown. This chilling image serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by both Hirohito and his nation throughout history. Yet amidst these trials and tribulations, there were also moments of diplomacy and honor. Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester embarked on a Garter Mission to bestow upon Emperor Showa (Hirohito) the prestigious Stranger Knight title within the Order of the Garter - an accolade initially conferred in 1929 but later revoked due to political circumstances before being rightfully restored in 1971. From coronation garments worn by Emperor Hirohito himself between c1924-1926 to official visits where he represented Japan with grace and dignity – every aspect showcased here paints a vivid picture of an emperor who navigated through turbulent times while striving for peace and prosperity for his people.