The imperial family, like so many families, has its fair share of problems. But in this case, its very survival in its ...

Tokyo, Jan. 30 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako are likely to visit Mongolia in July, the first trip to the country by a reigning Imperial couple, people familiar with ...

This year marks the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in the war. Emperor Naruhito visited the monument during his trip in 2007 when he was the crown prince. After the end of the war ...

The emperor previously traveled to Mongolia in 2007 as crown prince to mark the 35th anniversary of the two nations establishing diplomatic ties. During the trip, he attended the country's largest ...

The current Chinese administration can control ... Emperor Akihito visited China in October 1992. A Japanese emperor has yet to set foot in South Korea. (This article was written by Naotaka ...

In auspicious 1961 (like 1901, when the Emperor was born, it is “the Year of the Ox”), monarchy was enjoying a resurgence of popularity in Japan. Curtain Down. Ever since he told his people ...

Kingdoms are a fascinating thing to study. For most of human history, people gathered around kingdoms to provide protection ...

This combined photo shows Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako ... and laid flowers at a monument near Ulaanbaatar honoring Japanese who died during internment after World War II.

In other words, the emperor’s title isn’t something that can be claimed; it must be earned or forced upon you by the weight of your actions. Each of the current Emperors carved their path to ...

Tokyo, Jan. 31 (Jiji Press)--Arrangements are underway for Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako to visit Mongolia in the first half of July, the first trip by a reigning Imperial couple to ...

Only the sons of royal fathers can become emperor in Japan. The rule has prompted questions of succession within the ancient imperial family, with Emperor Naruhito's heir apparent just a few years ...

Ulaanbaatar, January 31, 2025 /MONTSAME/. At the invitation of President of Mongolia H.E. Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Naruhito (the 126th Emperor of Japan), and Her Majesty the ...