We can now announce that the special guest at the Gala Dinner on Thursday night was Her Imperial Highness The Princess Akishino (Princess Kiko), who is the wife of the second son of the Emperor of Japan. Each of the young delegates had the great privilege of meeting and speaking with Her Imperial Highness prior to the dinner to report on the outcomes of the conference.
Friday was a day of farewells. We went on a half day excursion to the Tokyo Water museum, which had some fascinating interactive displays and shows.
In the afternoon it was time for Jane, Joan and Robinette to head off with their host families for their homestays, and Helen and Miranda to their respective hotels to meet up with friends.
The Australian delegation wishes to thank the Girl Scouts of Japan for hosting such a wonderful conference, and particularly to all the 'worker bee' volunteers who made it such a wonderful experience for us all.
Matane!
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