End of an era: Japan's emperor kicks off abdication rites

By THE MANILA TIMES

Apr 30, 2019 12:46 pm

Japan’s Emperor Akihito (R) leaves the Kashikodokoro imperial sanctuary inside the Imperial Palace part of a set of solemn ceremonies which will see the emperor abdicate in favour of 59-year-old Crown Prince Naruhito. Japan Pool/AFP - STR

TOKYO: Draped in ornate golden-brown robes and wearing a towering black hat, Japan's Emperor Akihito on Tuesday kicked off ceremonies for his abdication, the first in 200 years for the world's oldest monarchy.

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