NEW YORK, Oct 20, 2025 (News On Japan) - The October issue of the long-established American lifestyle magazine Town & Country features Mako Komuro, the eldest daughter of the Akishino family, on the cover under the headline "Princess Ingognito," dedicating a six-page spread to Komuro and her husband Kei, exploring their life in the United States.
The feature notes that while royal families often attract headlines and attention, few individuals have gone to such lengths to remain out of the spotlight as Komuro. It describes how she has managed to build an anonymous life in New York, a city overflowing with gossip and cameras.
The article contrasts the Komuros with Prince Harry and Meghan, who left the British royal family and have actively pursued public exposure through publishing and media appearances. By contrast, the piece highlights how the Komuros have shown that it is possible for former royals to lead private lives away from public scrutiny.
The magazine also examines the reasons behind Komuro's decision to live this way, pointing to the male-only succession system of Japan’s imperial family and the fact that she was diagnosed with complex PTSD amid a series of events surrounding her marriage. These factors, it suggests, motivated her to seek a new environment overseas.
According to experts cited in the article, the couple is expected to leave New York City to raise their children and lead an even quieter life. The piece concludes that they have resisted financial temptations and successfully integrated into an ordinary lifestyle, though their relationship has undoubtedly faced many challenges and sacrifices along the way.
Source: TBS
