Princess Aiko visits Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emerita on her birthday

Japan's Princess Aiko, the daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, has visited her grandparents, Emperor Emeritus ...
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Prince Hitachi, uncle of Emperor Naruhito, turns 90

According to the Imperial Household Agency, the prince spends his days with his wife, Princess Hanako, at their residence in ...

Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to change Japan's male-only succession law

Princess Aiko's increasing popularity is sparking discussions about changing Japan's male-only succession law. Aiko is the ...
The Japan Times

Imperial Palace street opened to public for autumn season

Until Dec. 7, visitors can enter the 750-meter street from the Sakashita gate and exit through the Inui gate between 9 a.m.

Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to ditch male-only succession law in Japan

Historically, Japan has had numerous women monarchs. But current laws prevent the emperor's daughter from succeeding him — ...

Meet Princess Aiko - Japan’s Rising Royal Star At The Centre Of Heated Male Vs Female Succession Debate

Aiko has gained admirers since debuting as an adult royal in 2021, when she impressed the public as intelligent, friendly, ...

Royal rule under strain: How Japan’s male-only succession debate could reshape the monarchy

Japan’s male-only imperial succession law prevents Princess Aiko from becoming emperor, sparking debate amid a shrinking ...

Japan Princess' Admiration Sparks Call To Change Male-Only Succession Law

During a visit to Nagasaki with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, the sound of her name being screamed by well-wishers along the roads overwhelmed the cheers for her parents.