Anglo-Japanese

Cabled the Emperor of Japan to King George:

"I beg to offer your Majesty my sincere thanks for your hospitality and friendly sentiments shown my son, Prince Yasuhito [TIME, June 29] and avail myself of this occasion to renew to you the assurance of my invariable friendship for your royal house and your nation."

Replied King George to the Emperor:

"I deeply appreciate your Majesty's cordial message regarding the visit to my country of Prince Yasuhito, whom we welcome most sincerely, both for his own sake and that of the great and friendly nation he represents. I heartily reciprocate your assurance of lasting friendship which unites ourselves, our families and our people." Commented Baron Hayashi, Japanese Ambassador to the Court of St. James's, prior to leaving for Tokyo whence he has gone for a year:

"Great Britain symbolizes the true spirit of an ally and a good friend."