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INTERVIEW | ‘Manyoshu’ Expert Susumu Nakanishi Talks on Reiwa’s Beautiful Spirit
Reiwa, the era name or gengo for the reign of Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito, was taken from Japan’s oldest […]
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Reiwa, the era name or gengo for the reign of Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito, was taken from Japan’s oldest […]
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I arrived in Japan in the summer of 1990, otherwise known as Heisei 2 nen, intending to be here […]
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On Tuesday, April 30, between 5 P.M. and 5.12 P.M., Japanese Emperor Akihito abdicated the Chrysanthemum Throne, pavin
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As Japan enters a new era, JAPAN Forward reflects — in pictures — on pivotal aspects of the rule […]
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Emperor Akihito, 125th ruler on Japan’s Chrysanthemum Throne, has announced the end of his reign Tuesday, April 30.
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Leading up to the abdication of Emperor Akihito on April 30, JAPAN Forward is taking the opportunity to […]
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“It is now the choice month of early spring, the weather is fine, the wind is soft. The […]
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Japan’s Emperor Akihito has marked his 85th birthday. On this celebratory occasion, we would like to extend [&hell
Politics & Security
The long duration of Japan’s pacifism in the face of increasing belligerence from China is not only […]
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The Emperor and Empress of Japan hosted the autumnal party at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens in […]