Crown Princess Masako of Japan was born on December 9, 1963. She is the wife of Crown Prince Naruhito and the daughter of Kazuo Owada, a former diplomat. Masako studied at Harvard University and University of Tokyo, earning a degree in economics. She became Crown Princess in 1993 when she married Naruhito. Masako has faced challenges related to her mental health, particularly due to the pressures of royal life. She is known for her commitment to various social issues, including children's welfare and environmental conservation. Masako is also a skilled linguist, fluent in several languages.