The nephew of Emperor Naruhito stars in his first press conference at 18. The deep sigh that escaped the generally conservative political class of Japan in September 2006 can still be heard echoing. That day marked a historic event without any exaggeration.

Japanese Prince Hisahito, who could well become emperor one day if the country's succession laws are not changed, told his first press conference on Monday that he would strive to fulfil his royal duties.

Japan's Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne, expressed Monday his desire t

Japan's Emperor Naruhito, marking his 65th birthday Sunday, stressed the importance of telling the tragedy of World War II to younger generations, pledging to contribute to efforts to promote the understanding of history and the determination for peace as the world this year observes the 80th anniversary of the war's end.

Naruhito conveys a message of peace in this 2025, which also marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Not every day does the Emperor of Japan reach such a significant age as 65 years.

Naruhito pledged to contribute to efforts promoting the understanding of history and the determination for peace as 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in WWII. 'As the memory ...

Marking his 65th birthday, Japan’s Emperor Naruhito emphasised the importance of passing down the tragic memories of World War II to younger generations.

Japan's Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne, expressed on Monday his desire to approach his public duties with care and awareness as he fulfils his role as a member of the imperial family.

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TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, marking his 65th birthday Sunday, stressed the importance of telling the tragedy of World War II to younger generations, pledging to contribute to ...