Japan’s Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko. Photo: EPA
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Japan’s Emperor Akihito abdicates, and Crown Prince Naruhito takes the throne
- After more than 30 years on the Chrysanthemum Throne, Japan’s emperor will on April 30 abdicate for his son to take over a hereditary monarchy that has continuously lasted for centuries.
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Japan’s Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko. Photo: EPA