Akihito begins abdication rituals as Japan marks end of era

Akihito (85), took the throne in 1989 and devoted his career to making amends for a war fought in his father’s name while bringing the aloof monarchy closer to the people.

from The Hindu - Home http://bit.ly/2INPZEZ

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