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End of an era: Japan’s emperor kicks off abdication rites
World
April 30, 2019
End of an era: Japan’s emperor kicks off abdication rites
Draped in ornate golden-brown robes and wearing a towering black hat, Japan’s Emperor Akihito on Tuesday kicked off ceremonies for…
Japan abdication stirs female succession debate
Life & Style
April 8, 2019
Japan abdication stirs female succession debate
Japanese Emperor Akihito’s historic abdication later this month has reignited concerns over the future of what is believed to be…
Japanese Princess Ayako gives up royal status to marry commoner
Life & Style
October 29, 2018
Japanese Princess Ayako gives up royal status to marry commoner
TOKYO (Reuters) – Princess Ayako married commoner Kei Moriya on Monday at a traditional ceremony at Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine, to…