Japanese imperial couple to visit Christchurch
Their Imperial Highnesses Crown Prince Naruhito and Crown Princess Masako of Japan will be visiting Christchurch this
Saturday 14 December.
They arrive in Wellington today and will also visit Te Anau and Auckland before leaving for Sydney on Monday 16
December.
Their itinerary in Christchurch is as follows:-
9.45am Arrive at Christchurch International Airport met by Hon Lianne Dalziel. Media to contact Aviation Security for
access to tarmac.
10.00 – 10.45am Visit the International Antarctic Centre – includes ride in a snowmobile. Media coverage – fixed
positions for arrival and snowmobile.
12.30pm Attend a Civic Reception hosted by Christchurch Mayor Garry Moore at Chateau on the Park. Media coverage of
arrival and speech
2.30pm Depart Christchurch Airport for Te Anau
Please note that NZ Police require all NZ media representatives to display their inhouse media ID at all venues and
functions.