Japan's Emperor Akihito ends reign marked by modernization

By THE MANILA TIMES

Apr 30, 2019 11:07 am

Emperor Akihito. AFP PHOTO

TOKYO: Japan's outgoing Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko dramatically modernized the tradition-bound monarchy, bringing themselves closer to the public and boosting popular support for the household.

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