Japan's has cleared the way for Emperor Akihito’s abdication after the parliament has passed a one-off bill. Akihito, 83, is…
Japan's Emperor Akihito has made a step closer to his abdication after the government has approved a one-off bill. In…
Princess Mako of Japan will lose her royal status by marrying a commoner. The 25-year-old eldest granddaughter of Emperor Akihito…
In a rare TV address to Japan, Emperor Akihito has strongly indicated he wants to step down, saying he fears…
Japan marks one year commemoration of the devastating earthquake and tsunami, which struck the north-eastern coast, leaving 20,000 dead or…