Conservatives have largely dropped their fiercely-held opposition to a woman assuming Japan's throne, but critics say their proposals could still rule out a female head of the world's oldest hereditary monarchy.
Conservatives have largely dropped their fiercely-held opposition to a woman assuming Japan's throne, but critics say their proposals could still rule out a female head of the world's oldest hereditary monarchy.
Conservatives have largely dropped a fiercely-held opposition to a woman assuming Japan's throne as empress. But critics say their proposals could still rule out a female head of the world's oldest hereditary monarchy.
The Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emerita paid their respects at the Meiji Shrine, marking the 110th anniversary of the passing of Empress Shoken, consort to Emperor Meiji. This visit was the couple’s first public appearance in approximately five months.
Crown Prince Akishino and Prince Hisahito visited Tamagawa University in Machida, Tokyo, to inspect facilities dedicated to advanced technological research.
Crown Prince Akishino and Prince Hisahito visited Tamagawa University in Machida, Tokyo, to inspect facilities dedicated to advanced technological research.
Princess Kiko, 57, recently contracted a mystery gastrointestinal illness that left her 'unable to eat normal meals' last month, and she has since continued to cancel royal appearances.