In his speech, the emperor expressed concern for those still facing difficulties due to last year’s major natural disasters.

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family waved to a crowd of flag-waving New Year’s well-wishers gathered at the Imperial ...

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family waved to a crowd of New Year’s well-wishers gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo ...

Japan's Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko speak at the balcony during a public appearance for New Year's ...

Emperor Naruhito expressed his hope for a peaceful 2026 in his New Year's address Friday, with other members of the imperial ...

Emperor Naruhito, joined by Empress Masako and other imperial family members, greeted well-wishers from the balcony of the ...

Japan's emperor wishes for a 'peaceful and good' year in his New Year address:: Naruhito, Japanese Emperor“Happy New Year. I ...

The emperor does not have political power in Japan, but holds symbolic significance. He and his family are advocates for ...

Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and other Imperial Family members appeared before visitors from the general public for New Year's greetings at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Friday. Imperial Family ...

Japan's Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko speak at the balcony during a public appearance for New Year's ...