The Three Grand Duchess Arrives!

The sun slowly rose from the east, giving the harbor of Niigata a gentle orange glow. It painted the sky in a beautiful shade of orange that reflected on the surface of the water. The birds flew out of their roosts, ready for the special day to begin.

But for the fishermen of Niigata, it is the next part of a busy workday when they sail back laden with bounties of the sea.

Buyers of a fresh seafood line up at the shore wanting to buy the catch.

Further west on Sado Island, the gold and silver mines that have been in operation for three centuries began their day as miners and machines pulled up precious ores that keep the Niigata economy going.

But for today, something different is about to happen. For the three Grand Duchess of the Ruthenian Empire is landing at the port city of Niigata today.