Question from a Reader:
My mother-in-law insists that Prince Akishino is the child of Princess Michiko’s sister and claims that Princess Kako looks just like her. Even when I express my disagreement, she won’t listen at all. I believe that Prince Akishino, Prince Hisahito, and Princess Mako resemble Empress Kojun in their youth, but who does Princess Kako actually resemble?
Discussion
on the Family Resemblance in the Akishino Household
Recently, I heard an interesting story from a friend. Her mother-in-law has a rather unique perspective on the family lineage of Prince Akishino and Princess Michiko. Apparently, she firmly believes that he is the child of Princess Michiko’s sister, but I wonder what her basis for this belief is. Topics like this often lead to divided opinions.
Family Resemblance
I can relate to the family resemblance discussions that happen at home. In the past, while looking at family photos, I’ve said things like, “This child resembles Grandpa” or “She looks just like me when I was young.” Then my mother would retort, “No, you look like Grandma.” Ultimately, since everyone has their own perception of who resembles whom, it’s only natural that opinions vary. Returning to the topic of Prince Akishino, my friend’s mother-in-law claims that “Princess Kako looks just like Princess Michiko’s sister.” Indeed, Princess Kako is a beautiful person, but whether she resembles anyone is subjective. I also think that Prince Akishino, Prince Hisahito, and Princess Mako resemble Empress Kojun in their youth, but that’s just one perspective.
The DNA Testing Discussion
In my friend’s response, she mentioned, “If we do a DNA test, it will become clear.” I found that quite amusing. Indeed, with scientific evidence, it might be possible to determine who resembles whom. However, discussions about royal lineage often hold more significance than just parent-child relationships. When you think about it, family resemblance is often intertwined with emotions and memories.
In Conclusion
Focusing too much on whether someone resembles another can diminish the bonds and affection within a family. That’s why I believe it’s best to enjoy such topics warmly and sometimes with laughter. What do you think? If you have any stories or experiences about family resemblance that led to differing opinions, I would love to hear them in the comments. I’m looking forward to your responses!
