New law allows Japan’s Emperor Akihito to abdicate
- 7 years ago
Japan's parliament has cleared the way for Emperor Akihito to abdicate.
The 88-year-old Emperor, the ceremonial head of state, signaled his desire to step down last year.
The move will mark the first imperial abdication in two centuries.
The 88-year-old Emperor, the ceremonial head of state, signaled his desire to step down last year.
The move will mark the first imperial abdication in two centuries.