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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Danica Kirka

Japanese emperor to be finally reunited with his British love: The Thames Barrier

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Before Emperor Naruhito of Japan attends a banquet hosted by King Charles III he'll kick off this week’s trip to the UK by visiting a site that has special meaning for him: The Thames Barrier.

While the retractable flood control gates on the River Thames don’t top most lists of must-see tourist sights, the itinerary underscores the emperor’s fascination with the waterway.

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