Her Imperial Highness Crown Princess Akishino at Swiss Pavilion: A visit full of wonders

Her Imperial Highness was greeted by Commissioner General Manuel Salchli, Ambassador Roger Dubach, and Felix Moesner, Consul and CEO of Swissnex in Japan.

During her visit, Her Highness explored the Pavilion’s guiding theme, “From Heidi to Hightech”, by experiencing its four spheres—starting with the papercut installation showcasing Swiss values, followed by AI-powered bubbles and various cutting-edge Swiss technologies and robots. A central topic of conversation was human connection, especially how humans can choose to use technology for the greater good. Another highlight was Heidi, the Pavilion’s official mascot. Heidi’s deep bond with nature, her power to inspire, and her unwavering spirit were among the lasting impressions shared with Her Highness throughout the visit. Her Imperial Highness Crown Princess Akishino expressed her deep appreciation for both our country and the Swiss Pavilion, further strengthening the bond between Switzerland and Japan.