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End Of An Era As Japanese Emperor Akihito Steps Down
Outgoing Japanese emperor Akihito on Tuesday performed the main ritual to hand over the Chrysanthemum Throne to his son Naruhito -- Japan's first abdication in more than two centuries.
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Japan Emperor Akihito To Abdicate On April 30, 2019
Shinzo Abe said he was "deeply moved" at the "smooth decision" taken after a special meeting of the Imperial Council to decide on the date for the popular 83-year-old to step down for health reasons.
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Five Things To Know About The Japanese Royals
Japan's 83 year old Emperor Akihito recently expressed his desire to step down from his position. In response the Japanese parliament passed a law to allow for the first imperial abdication in Japan in more than two centuries. These are five things to know about the Japanese royals.
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Japan Clears Way For First Emperor Abdication In Over 200 Years
Japan's parliament passed a law Friday that clears the way for its ageing Emperor Akihito to step down, in what would be the first imperial abdication in more than two centuries.
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Japan's Emperor Akihito Visits Philippine World War II Cemetery
Japanese Emperor Akihito bowed his head in sorrow during a sombre ceremony at the Philippines' biggest war cemetery today, but also enjoyed banter about cars, fashion and food on the first full day of a historic visit.
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Japan's Emperor Akihito Visits Former Colony Palau on World War II Mission
Japan's imperial couple arrived in the Pacific island nation of Palau today, the site of a fearsome battle with American troops, on a rare overseas visit related to World War II.
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Japan's Emperor Akihito Turns 81, Renews Peace Commitment
Japan's Emperor Akihito says he "ardently" hoped Japan will strive hard as a peaceful country, as he celebrated his 81th birthday ahead of the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II next year.
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With royal visit, Japan focuses on people-to-people contact
The visit by Japan Emperor Akihito to India is being considered as a crucial one as it brings the partnership between the two countries under the spotlight.
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Japanese Emperor meets with top Indian leaders
It was a day of official engagements for Japan's Emperor Akihito on Monday as he met top leadership of the country, including Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
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End Of An Era As Japanese Emperor Akihito Steps Down
Outgoing Japanese emperor Akihito on Tuesday performed the main ritual to hand over the Chrysanthemum Throne to his son Naruhito -- Japan's first abdication in more than two centuries.
-
Japan Emperor Akihito To Abdicate On April 30, 2019
Shinzo Abe said he was "deeply moved" at the "smooth decision" taken after a special meeting of the Imperial Council to decide on the date for the popular 83-year-old to step down for health reasons.
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Five Things To Know About The Japanese Royals
Japan's 83 year old Emperor Akihito recently expressed his desire to step down from his position. In response the Japanese parliament passed a law to allow for the first imperial abdication in Japan in more than two centuries. These are five things to know about the Japanese royals.
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Japan Clears Way For First Emperor Abdication In Over 200 Years
Japan's parliament passed a law Friday that clears the way for its ageing Emperor Akihito to step down, in what would be the first imperial abdication in more than two centuries.
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Japan's Emperor Akihito Visits Philippine World War II Cemetery
Japanese Emperor Akihito bowed his head in sorrow during a sombre ceremony at the Philippines' biggest war cemetery today, but also enjoyed banter about cars, fashion and food on the first full day of a historic visit.
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Japan's Emperor Akihito Visits Former Colony Palau on World War II Mission
Japan's imperial couple arrived in the Pacific island nation of Palau today, the site of a fearsome battle with American troops, on a rare overseas visit related to World War II.
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Japan's Emperor Akihito Turns 81, Renews Peace Commitment
Japan's Emperor Akihito says he "ardently" hoped Japan will strive hard as a peaceful country, as he celebrated his 81th birthday ahead of the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II next year.
-
With royal visit, Japan focuses on people-to-people contact
The visit by Japan Emperor Akihito to India is being considered as a crucial one as it brings the partnership between the two countries under the spotlight.
-
Japanese Emperor meets with top Indian leaders
It was a day of official engagements for Japan's Emperor Akihito on Monday as he met top leadership of the country, including Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
