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EMPEROR

JAPAN / Politics
Dec 6, 2018
Japan may not announce new era name until April 11: sources
The government may hold off on announcing the name of the country's new era until April 11 or later, ahead of the ascension of the new Emperor on May 1, government sources said Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 4, 2018
Japan mulls inviting Trump after new Emperor's accession in May
The government is trying to arrange the meeting in a move that could make the U.S. president the first foreign guest to meet with him after the Imperial succession.
EDITORIALS
Dec 2, 2018
Prince Akishino raises valid point on ritual funding
Prince Akishino's remarks over the Daijosai ritual raises a valid point that merits public discussion.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 30, 2018
What's behind the controversy over funding of Imperial succession ceremonies in Japan?
The following questions and answers relate to controversy over Imperial succession rituals set to be held following the enthronement of Crown Prince Naruhito on May 1, the day after his father, Emperor Akihito, abdicates.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 23, 2018
Stone pavement find at Daisen Kofun, Japan's largest ancient tomb, makes it 'overwhelmingly unique'
Excavation work at Emperor Nintoku's grave in Osaka Prefecture reveals one of its surrounding greenbelts, not just the tomb itself, was paved with stones.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 20, 2018
Japan to simplify court banquets celebrating new Emperor's ascension
The government decided to cut back on the number of court banquets, and to hold half of them in a buffet-style.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Nov 9, 2018
Japanese citizens to file lawsuit over taxpayer funding of new Emperor's enthronement rites
Group claims that funding what they deem as religious ceremonies out of public coffers violates the constitutional principle of separation of religion and state.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 4, 2018
Japan mulls holding of celebration event next fall for new Emperor
Lawmakers and business leaders plan to hold an event next fall to celebrate the ascension of the new Emperor, political sources have said.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Nov 4, 2018
Hawks shut out Carp in Game 6, capture back-to-back Japan Series crowns
The Heisei Era in Japan is set to end when Emperor Akihito abdicates next year on April 30.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 27, 2018
Emperor, Empress attend their last marine festival during visit to Kochi Prefecture
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko arrived in Kochi Prefecture on Saturday to attend an annual national festival for the protection of fishery resources and the conservation of marine, river and lake environments.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 26, 2018
Japan's Princess Ayako to retain honorary positions at two organizations after marriage
Princess Ayako, the youngest daughter of Princess Hisako and the late Prince Takamado, Emperor Akihito's cousin, will retain honorary positions at two organizations even after leaving the Imperial family following her marriage to a commoner next week, the Imperial Household Agency and the groups' officials...
Japan Times
LIFE / Language / MORNING ENGLISH
Oct 22, 2018
Let's discuss the 10-day Golden Week holiday for 2019
In a move that will create a 10-day Golden Week holiday period in 2019, the government plans to designate May 1, when the new Emperor is planned to ascend the throne, as a one-off holiday.
JAPAN
Oct 20, 2018
Japanese government considers public exhibition of Imperial Throne following 2019 Enthronement Ceremony
The government is considering holding a public exhibition of the Imperial Throne after it is used in Crown Prince Naruhito's Enthronement Ceremony in October 2019.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 20, 2018
Empress Michiko turns 84, wishes for peaceful era after succession
Empress Michiko, on the occasion of her 84th birthday Saturday, expressed her hope that Japan will have a new peaceful era following the Imperial succession next year.
Japan Times
JAPAN / History
Oct 16, 2018
First joint survey planned for Daisen Kofun, Japan's largest ancient tomb
The Imperial Household Agency said Monday it will jointly excavate Japan's largest ancient mounded tomb, together with a local government, for the first time.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 12, 2018
Government to designate May 1, day of new Emperor's accession, as public holiday, creating 10-day Golden Week in 2019
Emperor Akihito is set to step down on April 30, and the Emperor's elder son, Crown Prince Naruhito, is scheduled to accede to the throne the following day.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 12, 2018
Emperor Akihito's last Imperial garden party to be held in November
An Imperial garden party scheduled for Nov. 9 will be the last to be hosted by Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, a senior official said Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 11, 2018
Yasukuni Shrine's chief priest forced to quit after criticizing Emperor for not visiting war-linked shrine
Kunio Kohori argued on June 20 that the Emperor is “now trying to crush Yasukuni Shrine” by not visiting it.
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JAPAN
Sep 14, 2018
Emperor and Empress visit those affected by July rains in Okayama
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko made a one-day trip to Okayama Prefecture on Friday and met people affected by the deadly downpours in western Japan in July.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 8, 2018
Crown Prince Naruhito arrives in Lyon to mark 160th anniversary of Japan-France diplomatic ties
Crown Prince Naruhito arrived in the southeastern French city of Lyon on Friday for his first official visit to France to commemorate the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the countries.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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