World Alert: Emperor Akihito becomes first to abdicate Japanese throne in more than 200 years

Akihito, 85, is the first emperor since 1817 to step aside, paving the way for his 59-year-old son, Crown Prince Naruhito, to succeed him. The succession ceremony for Naruhito is scheduled for Wednesday morning in Japan.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     World Alert Apr 30, 4:05 AM     Emperor Akihito becomes first to abdicate Japanese throne in more than 200 years Akihito, 85, is the first emperor since 1817 to step aside, paving the way for his 59-year-old son, Crown Prince Naruhito, to succeed him. The succession ceremony for Naruhito is scheduled for Wednesday morning in Japan. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071