noun
imperial prince's household; princely house
Refers to the family and household of a Japanese imperial prince (親王 or 王). A specific term in the context of the Japanese imperial system.
See also: 家
秋篠宮家は、皇位継承順位が高い宮家の一つです。
The Akishino-no-miya household is one of the princely houses high in the order of succession.
新しい宮家が創設
Whether a new princely house will be established is under discussion.