MYSTERIOUS: Akishino - What They Never Told You

Prince William joins world's royals to mourn King Harald V of Norway

The heir to the throne attends service for Europe’s oldest monarch in Oslo

Evening Standard · Sep 9

Prince William walks behind King Harald’s coffin in solemn procession at funeral

The future King was joined by his aunt, the Princess Royal, at Oslo Cathedral

The Independent UK · Sep 9

Japan's Imperial Succession Crisis Deepens as Ancient Male-Only Rules Leave Royal Future Uncertain

Japan's imperial family faces a succession dilemma as debates intensify over reforming male-only inheritance laws. Public support for change grows, challenging traditionalists and shaping the monarchy's future.

International Business Times UK · Jul 17

Crested ibises released in Japan years after extinction

Crown Prince Akishino and his wife Kiko have released eight crested ibises into the wild in Japan more than 20 years after bird became extinct in the nation.

AAP · Jun 1

Who Is Prince Hisahito? Royal Son Is Now Sole Hope as Japan's Monarchy Faces Historic Extinction

Prince Hisahito, Japan's 19-year-old royal, is the sole male heir and may be the last emperor under male-only succession rules.

International Business Times UK · Jan 22

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

The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2025

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

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2025

Japan's palace confirms former princess Mako has first baby

Former Japanese princess Mako Komuro has given birth to her first child

The Independent UK · May 30, 2025

Japan's prince, the second in line to the throne, holds a debut news conference

Japan’s Prince Hisahito, the second in line to the throne, has held a debut news conference since he turned 18 last September

The Independent UK · Mar 3, 2025

How this 18 year old Japanese prince can save the world's oldest monarchy

At a time when Japan is facing the problem of a fast-ageing and shrinking population, it seems the Japanese Royal family too is hit by it. The Japanese Imperial Royal family is headed by Naruhito-- the emperor, and apart from him there are only three other male members of their…

The Times of India · Sep 9, 2024