End of an era as Japan's emperor abdicates

rapplerdotcom 2019-04-30

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Emperor Akihito of Japan formally steps down – the first abdication for 200 years in the world's oldest monarchy, as his son Naruhito takes the Chrysanthemum Throne. Full story: https://www.rappler.com/world/regions/asia-pacific/229343-japan-emperor-performs-main-abdication-ceremony-april-2019
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