San Diego Union-Tribune

Emperor Akihito’s speech underlines gravity of Japan’s nuclear crisis

Reporting from TokyoReporting from Tokyo — His voice was measured, his language formal, his demeanor somber. It was perhaps the clearest sign yet of just how grave Japan’s nuclear crisis had become: ...
The Washington Post

Emperor Akihito gives message of comfort in televised address

Emperor Akihito spoke to his nation Wednesday — a somber televised message that demonstrated how deeply Japan has been shattered by the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crisis. Akihito gives annual New ...
Seattle Times

Japanese emperor tries to make amends for his father’s war

TOKYO (AP) — For his last time, Japan’s Emperor Akihito addressed a memorial service Wednesday marking the end of World War II. Once again, he expressed “deep remorse” for the war. It was in keeping ...
CNN

Will Japanese Emperor Akihito step down in rare televised speech?

Japanese Emperor Akihito will take to the country’s airwaves Monday to deliver a rare televised speech. While exact details are being kept under wraps, many expect Akihito, 82, to announce that he can ...