Special Reports
‘Thank You’ Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko for Your Service to Japan and to the World
I arrived in Japan in the summer of 1990, otherwise known as Heisei 2 nen, intending to be here […]
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‘Our Generation, New Japan’: Japanese Welcome Reiwa Era
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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[HEISEI IN PICTURES] The Reiwa Emperor and the Promise of a New Era
As Japan enters a new era, JAPAN Forward reflects — in pictures — on pivotal aspects of the rule […]
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PHOTOS | Japan’s Emperor Akihito Announces End of His Reign
Emperor Akihito, 125th ruler on Japan’s Chrysanthemum Throne, has announced the end of his reign Tuesday, April 30.
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[HEISEI IN PICTURES] Diplomacy, Cooperation, and Healing of War Wounds
Leading up to the abdication of Emperor Akihito on April 30, JAPAN Forward is taking the opportunity to […]
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Japan Enters A New Era: Schedule of Ceremonies
“It is now the choice month of early spring, the weather is fine, the wind is soft. The […]
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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 [&hell
Politics & Security
How China Pressures Japan to Stay Pacifist
The long duration of Japan’s pacifism in the face of increasing belligerence from China is not only […]
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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 […]