Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended a ceremony marking the 30th anniversary of the Great Hanshin-Awaji ...

A world heritage listing - alongside new sparkling and fruity 'cocktail' types of sake - will be the beginning of a ...

Chrysanthemums are flowering plants native to East Asia. These edible flowers are often used as both a garden decoration and natural pest control, but they also have culinary applications ...

Naruhito's niece has gained significant prominence in recent times, especially since her older sister Mako lost all her ...

But she certainly chose her moment. The Emperor of Japan is the holder of the Chrysanthemum throne and this sparkling nod is about as diplomatic as it gets. The year began with an acclaimed ...

Defense Minister Taro Kono came out in strong support of allowing male offspring of the maternal imperial line to ascend the Chrysanthemum Throne to ensure stable succession. Appearing on an ...

Akihito, who abdicated in 2019 and handed over the Chrysanthemum throne to his son, Emperor Naruhito, now holds the title of Emperor Emeritus. Akihito has since receded from official duties and enjoys ...

The former emperor, who abdicated the Chrysanthemum Throne in 2019, has been spending his days reading newspapers and watching television during meals to keep abreast of domestic and world affairs ...

Akihito, who abdicated in 2019 and handed over the Chrysanthemum throne to his son, Emperor Naruhito, now holds the title of Emperor Emeritus. Akihito has since receded from official duties and ...