As the previous emperor's era was Heisei and he assumed the throne 31 years ago, Tuesday was the last day of the year Heisei 31. This Wednesday is the first day of Emperor Naruhito's era - called ...

After ascending the throne, he would seek a new style for the ... It gives me deep comfort that the Heisei Era is coming to an end, free of war in Japan." A ceremony in February celebrated the ...

Feeling nostalgic for things from the Showa Era (1926-1989) or Taisho Era (1912-1926) is one thing, but people are already looking for reminders of the just-ended Heisei Era (1989-2019).

bringing to a close the three-decade-long Heisei era. The Emperor gave his final speech to the people as the symbol of the State. "Since ascending the throne 30 years ago, I have performed my ...

Japan officially began a new era on 1 May when Crown Prince Naruhito ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne as the new emperor ... bringing the Heisei imperial era to an end. Naruhito, 59, differs ...

The Reiwa period follows the Heisei era under Naruhito's father and ... and yet we already know who the new heir to the throne will be. If you're thinking one of Naruhito's children, guess again.