In October 2021, Japan’s Princess Mako gave an emotional farewell to her family as she gave up her royal status to marry Kei Komuro, a commoner. Under Japanese law, female royals must renounce their titles when marrying outside the aristocracy. Mako also declined a $1.3 million dowry and later moved to New York with Komuro. | History In Pictures
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In October 2021, Japan’s Princess Mako gave an emotional farewell to her family as she gave up her royal status to marry Kei Komuro, a commoner. Under Japanese law, female royals must renounce their titles when marrying outside the aristocracy. Mako also declined a $1.3 million dowry and later moved to New York with Komuro. | History In Pictures
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