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ENTHRONEMENT

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Nov 6, 2020
Japan＊s fragile monarchy
Whereby there are presently only two viable heirs to Japan＊s imperial throne, it＊s easy to understand the fragility of the imperial line.
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Nov 16, 2019
Public funding of religious Daijosai ceremony draws flak
The government＊s decision to finance the Daijosai ceremony with state funds draws criticism from experts, who claim the move was taken with undue speed in order to avoid reigniting controversy over the Constitution.
EDITORIALS
Oct 27, 2019
Are government pardons still relevant?
Whether the granting of uniform pardons on the occasion of major national events is appropriate under the current legal system should be subject to public discussion.
EDITORIALS
Oct 26, 2019
It＊s time to discuss succession
Now that the enthronement ceremony is behind us, there is no reason to keep pushing back public discussions on succession issues.
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Oct 22, 2019
Emperor Naruhito completes enthronement in ceremony rich with history and ritual
Sokui no Rei is one of the major events in a series of ceremonies and rites scheduled throughout the year following Emperor Naruhito＊s accession.
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Oct 22, 2019
Emperor Naruhito＊s enthronement free of tensions that surrounded his father＊s ceremony
The last time the event was held, three decades ago, extremists fighting against the imperial system carried out multiple terror attacks.
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Oct 22, 2019
In pictures: The day of the enthronement ceremony
Emperor Naruhito formally proclaimed his ascendancy to the throne on Tuesday in a centuries-old ceremony attended by dignitaries from more than 180 countries, pledging to fulfil his constitutional duty as a symbol of the state.
Japan Times
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Oct 22, 2019
＆Unbearable pain＊ cuts short Philippine leader＊s Japan trip
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was forced to cut short his attendance of the enthronement of Japan＊s emperor on Tuesday, due to what his office said was ※unbearable pain§ in his lower back after a motorcycle mishap last week.
Japan Times
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Oct 22, 2019
Deeper than tradition: Japan＊s enthronement illustrates an evolving imperial house
Japan＊s enthronement combines legend and the spiritual with modernity, similar to coronations used by monarchies worldwide. These ceremonies tend to be described as ※traditional§ 〞 but the term is overused and rarely properly defined in reference to Japan＊s enthronement, Sokui no Rei.
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Oct 22, 2019
Future of Japan＊s imperial dynasty rests on shoulders of 13-year-old Prince Hisahito
When Prince Hisahito, Japan＊s youngest prince, visited Bhutan in August on his first overseas trip, just months after his uncle, Emperor Naruhito, ascended to the throne, the visit was regarded as the debut of a future monarch on the world stage.
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Oct 22, 2019
As it happened: Emperor Naruhito＊s enthronement ceremony
Livestream of the ceremony in which Emperor Naruhito will proclaim his enthronement before at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.
Japan Times
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Oct 22, 2019
Embattled Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam to attend Japan imperial ceremony, despite 70,000-strong petition
Japan has seen a number of relatively small demonstrations in support of Hong Kong protesters, made up mainly of Hong Kongers in their 20s and a speckling of Japanese.
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Oct 22, 2019
With Emperor Naruhito＊s enthronement, traditional styles adapt to changing times
Emperor Naruhito will formally declare his ascension as Japan＊s 126th monarch in front of about 2,000 leaders and representatives from over 170 countries and regions at the Imperial Palace on Tuesday.
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Oct 22, 2019
In pictures: Emperor Naruhito＊s journey to the chrysanthemum throne
Japan Times
51勛圖厙 / Emperor's Enthronement
Oct 22, 2019
Old friend casts light on Emperor Naruhito as a young man
Meeting Emperor Naruhito in person is a limited opportunity for regular people, a majority of whom have only seen his solemn expression at ceremonies or gentle smile at receptions. However, Andrew B. Arkley, an old friend and schoolmate, has shed some light on the emperor＊s natural self to The Japan...
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Oct 8, 2019
Emperor and Empress to hold tea party for royals from overseas
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will invite royals from overseas who are attending the emperor＊s Oct. 22 enthronement proclamation ceremony to their residence for a tea party the following day, Imperial Household Agency vice head Yasuhiko Nishimura said Monday.
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer＊s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ※seed§ that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ※Peak 1 amyloid beta,§ as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" 〞 an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
The sci-fi sensibilities of electronic trio Black Boboi
Black Boboi was formed in 2018 when solo artists Julia Shortreed, Utena Kobayashi and Ermhoi came together under Kobayashi＊s newly founded label, Bindividual.
A perfect storm: Kaze Fujii fans flock to Fuji Rock
Okayama-born singer-songwriter Kaze Fujii has carved out a distinctive place in Japanese pop since his major-label debut in 2019.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan＊s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.

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