Special Reports
EDITORIAL | A Renewed Appreciation of the Emperor on His Final Birthday in the Heisei Era
Japan’s Emperor Akihito has marked his 85th birthday. On this celebratory occasion, we would like to extend […]
EDITORIAL | It’s Not An Issue: National Treasury Should Pay for Japan’s Imperial ‘Daijosai’ Rituals
Prince Akishino, in a news conference in late November, commented on the key ritual among the ceremonies […]
Special Reports
Japan’s Prince Akishino Speaks for the First Time About the Postponement of Princess Mako’s Nuptials
Prince Akishino, the younger brother of Japan’s Crown Prince Naruhito, celebrated his 53rd birthday on Friday, November […]
Special Reports
Emperor, Empress Host the Last Imperial Garden Party of the Heisei Era
The Emperor and Empress of Japan hosted the autumnal party at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens in […]
Special Reports
Britain’s Hugh Cortazzi, 94: Diplomat, Businessman, Scholar, Friend of Japan
It is with great regret that JAPAN Forward notes the passing of Sir Hugh Cortazzi on Tuesday, August 14, […]
Culture
Princess Ayako of Takamado to Marry at Meiji Shrine in October
The engagement of Princess Ayako of Takamado to Kei Moriya, a 32-year-old commoner working for the major […]