Prince Akishino in Padang

Thu, 11 Aug 1994, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

PADANG, West Sumatra: Prince Akishino, the second son of
Japanese Emperor Akihito, began a three-day visit on Tuesday.

Prince Akishino and his entourage were treated to a cultural
show during a dinner hosted by Governor Hasan Basri Durin, Antara
reported.

The prince will visit Solok, a scenic town some 90 kilometers
east of here, to watch a cock-crow contest and enjoy the unique
crows of local rosters, called Balenggek.

Akishino, a biology expert who is interested in fowl, will
visit a bird market in Padang before leaving for Jakarta
tomorrow. (rid)

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