Japan’s Chrysanthemum Throne has a new occupant. Dressed in a tailcoat, Naruhito stood in front of the throne. “Even though Emperor Akihito has become closer to the people, the imperial household still remains distant for many,” he said. A more elaborate enthronement ceremony for Naruhito will take place Oct. 22 and will be attended by royalty and dignitaries from around the world. Read more:Japan’s popular emperor abdicates in short ceremony at Imperial PalaceStrange knife threat to Japanese prince underscores royal line’s succession crisisJapan has a 10-day holiday to mark the imperial transition.

Source: Washington Post May 01, 2019 01:34 UTC