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Japan revises imperial law for sustainable system, keeps male-line throne

Japan's parliament on Friday revised the Imperial House Law to address the issue of the shrinking royal family, while retaining the long-standing male-only succession system, despite public support for female emperors.

Japan relaxes royal succession law but women still can’t become emperors

Japan relaxes royal succession law but women still can’t become emperors

New measures will also allow princesses to keep their royal status if they marry a commoner

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How far will Japan go to preserve the 2,600-year-old male imperial bloodline?

How far will Japan go to preserve the 2,600-year-old male imperial bloodline?

Japan's imperial family is running out of male heirs, and a debate over how to preserve the hereditary lineage that has continued unbroken for centuries is dividing the nation. Meanwhile, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako wrapped up their two-week trip to Europe, and Japan took note that their royal Dutch…

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Belgian royals roll out red carpet for Japan's emperor

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako received a ceremonial welcome at the Royal Palace of Brussels as they began a state visit to Belgium.

Japan's emperor expresses concern about 3/11 disaster survivors on his 66th birthday

Japanese Emperor Naruhito has expressed concern about the scars that remain for survivors of the 2011 earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster in comments released for his 66th birthday Monday just weeks before the March 11 anniversary

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Japan's imperial family celebrates new year with traditional palace appearance

Thousands gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo as Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako greeted them for the new year. Emperor's nephew Hisahito joined the event for the first time.

Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to change Japan's male-only succession law

Princess Aiko's increasing popularity is sparking discussions about changing Japan's male-only succession law

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Japan’s emperor and his family mourn Nagasaki atomic bomb victims, marking 80 years since tragedy

Japan’s emperor and his family mourn Nagasaki atomic bomb victims, marking 80 years since tragedy

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, accompanied by his wife and daughter, have paid their respects to atomic bombing victims in Nagasaki as he wrapped up a tour to some of the worst-hit places in World War II and Japan marked the 80th anniversary of the bombing

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Prince Hisahito is the first male royal to reach adulthood in Japan in 40 years. He may be the last

Prince Hisahito is the first male royal to reach adulthood in Japan in 40 years. He may be the last

The young prince is a symbol of the challenges facing the world's oldest monarchy

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Japan Emperor Expresses 'Deep Remorse' 80 Years After WWII

Japan Emperor Expresses 'Deep Remorse' 80 Years After WWII

Tens of thousands of people braved blazing heat to pay their respects at a controversial Japanese shrine Friday, as Emperor Naruhito spoke of his "deep remorse" on the 80th anniversary of the nation's World War II surrender.

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Japan Imperial Couple Visit WWII Memorial, Hail 'Deep Friendship' In Mongolia

Japan Imperial Couple Visit WWII Memorial, Hail 'Deep Friendship' In Mongolia

Japan's imperial couple commemorated compatriots who died in internment camps after the end of World War II during the first state visit to Mongolia by a Japanese emperor.

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Japan's royal couple mourn A-bomb victims ahead of Hiroshima's 80th anniversary

Japan's royal couple mourn A-bomb victims ahead of Hiroshima's 80th anniversary

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito has paid respects to atomic bombing victims in Hiroshima as the city marks the 80th anniversary of the tragedy later this year

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Emperor's visit to Okinawa reflects imperial family's close ties to the island. Here is why he cares

Emperor's visit to Okinawa reflects imperial family's close ties to the island. Here is why he cares

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family have visited Okinawa to pray for the war dead ahead of the 80th anniversary marking the end of one of the harshest battles of World War II

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Japan's emperor marks his 65th birthday with a call to keep telling the tragedy of WWII to the young

Japan's emperor marks his 65th birthday with a call to keep telling the tragedy of WWII to the young

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, marking his 65th birthday, stressed the importance to keep telling the tragedy of the World War II to younger generations, pledging to contribute to the effort to promote understanding of the history and determination for peace as the world observes the 80th anniversary of the war’s end

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Atomic Bomb Survivor Urges Putin To Stop Nuclear Threats

Terumi Tanaka, a survivor of atomic bombings, and Nihon Hidankyo, Nobel Peace Prize winner, advocate for nuclear disarmament and call on Putin to halt nucl...

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Japan's Empress Masako says the Nobel for atomic bombing survivors shows the need to push for peace

Japanese Empress Masako says the Nobel Peace Prize for an organization of atomic bombing survivors was a key event that impressed her this year and reminded her of the importance of global peace efforts

'Ghost of Yotei' Already Has the Secret Ingredient to Fix 'Tsushima's Worst Flaw

Details of 'Ghost of Tsushima 2' were just announced by PlayStation this week, and we now know the game will be called 'Ghost of Yotei.'

Prince Hisahito Turns 18, Faces Imperial Succession Challenges

Prince Hisahito's 18th birthday marks a milestone for Japan's royal family, facing succession challenges and considering reforms to maintain lineage.

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Prince Hisahito becomes the first royal male in Japan to reach adulthood in 4 decades.

In a big milestone for Japan’s royal family, Prince Hisahito has turned 18, becoming the first male royal family member to reach adulthood in almost four decades

King Charles Cracks Inside Joke About Grandkids During State Banquet

His son, Prince William, was quick to react to his dad's grandpa joke.

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Behind-the-scenes look at Buckingham Palace’s state banquet with gold cutlery and vibrant flowers

The event was vibrantly decorated with flowers and Queen Camilla gave an approving nod to the staff who had worked so hard to make it a success

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Japanese Emperor and Empress hosted by King as three-day UK state visit begins

The King and Queen will entertain Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako

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Watch as King Charles welcomes Japan’s emperor in first state visit since cancer diagnosis

Watch as King Charles III and Queen Camilla entertain Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako days before the general election.

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Japanese Royals Set For Palace Banquet As UK State Visit Begins

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will attend a lavish banquet thrown by their host King Charles III on Tuesday as they kick off a three-day state visit to the UK. The couple arrived in Britain on Saturday, and carried out informal engagements over the weekend, including an audience with…

Emperor Naruhito Of Japan Begins UK State Visit

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan visit the U.K. for a postponed state visit, with ceremonial events and a state banquet planned.

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