The emperor does not have political power in Japan, but holds symbolic significance. He and his family are advocates for ...

Emperor Naruhito expressed his hope for a peaceful 2026 in his New Year's address Friday, with other members of the imperial ...

Emperor Naruhito, joined by Empress Masako and other imperial family members, greeted well-wishers from the balcony of the ...

In his speech, the emperor expressed concern for those still facing difficulties due to last year’s major natural disasters.

Emperor Akihito, now 83, said in August that his advancing age and weakening health mean he may no longer be able to carry out his duties. Japans Crown Prince Naruhito has suggested he is ready to ...

Japanese Crown Prince Naruhito, who ended a visit in Kenya on Saturday may have looked the extreme suave representation of oriental royalty, but he carries a succession burden on his shoulders unlike ...

TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s Crown Prince Naruhito marked his 57th birthday Thursday with a pledge to follow in his father’s footsteps as a symbol of the nation if his father’s wish to abdicate is realized.

Emperor Akihito became Japan’s first monarch in more than two centuries to abdicate. His eldest son, Crown Prince Naruhito, will take on the symbolic role. By The Associated Press The survival of ...

Japans crown prince Tuesday vowed to devote himself to assuming the role of emperor, days after parliament enacted a law allowing his ageing father to step down, media reported. Japan's Emperor ...