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REIWA

Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 1, 2019
New Reiwa era name draws positive public responses across Japan
“It was unexpected, but I'm especially happy that they used u2018wa' in the name,” says an Osaka shopkeeper.
JAPAN
Apr 1, 2019
LIVESTREAM: Japan announces name of new era
In a much awaited moment heralding the opening of a new chapter in Japan's history, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga is to announce Monday the name of the new Imperial era, taking one of the final steps toward initiating the nation's first imperial succession in three decades.
JAPAN
Mar 3, 2019
Prime minister to show Crown Prince Naruhito options for new Japanese era name
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe later this month plans to show Crown Prince Naruhito multiple names, one of which might be chosen and used when a new Imperial era begins on May 1, government sources said Saturday.

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