Princess Mako’s new life in New York: Japan’s former royal is an unpaid intern at The Met, rents a one-bedroom flat near Central Park with husband Kei Komuro, and shops at Bed Bath & Beyond
- The former princess is putting her art degree to use by interning at The Met while husband Kei works as a law clerk as he attempts to pass the New York bar exam
- The newlyweds have been spotted shopping and running errands at shops like Bed Bath & Beyond and wearing casual outfits that make them look like true New Yorkers
Before their big day, the two had faced much controversy due to Mako’s giving up her royal status for true love and the bad press faced by Kei. Still, their years-long romance endured and the two now look forward to better days.
Reports have also revealed that the former royal declined to accept the US$1.2 million payment she was entitled to for leaving the imperial family. The couple seems to be determined to live as commoners do – which means earning their keep and living off of their salaries.
Below, we get a glimpse into what they’ve been up to so far.
Their new Manhattan home
The luxury one-bedroom flat is said to be well-serviced with amenities, including a fitness centre, a yoga studio, library, screening room and landscape decks and terraces for barbecues and table tennis, among others, and is situated near Central Park and Lincoln Center.
Regular errand days and NYC walks
