Reiwa

Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito ascends Chrysanthemum Throne, vows to stand by Japanese people

  by Hiroshi Hiyama Agence France Presse TOKYO, Japan (AFP) -- Japan's new Emperor Naruhito pledged Wednesday to stand by…

End of an era: Japan’s emperor kicks off abdication rites

TOKYO, April 30, 2019 (AFP) - Draped in ornate golden-brown robes and wearing a towering black hat, Japan's Emperor Akihito…

Reiwa: A new imperial era name for Japan

  by Shingo Ito and Richard Carter Agence France Presse TOKYO, Japan (AFP) -- "Reiwa": Japan Monday revealed the name…

Japan reveals new ‘era’ name ahead of emperor’s abdication

TOKYO, Japan (AFP) -- Japan on Monday announced its new imperial era, which will begin next month after Emperor Akihito…

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