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Princess Aiko of Japan observed the traditional Okihiki event at the Ise Grand Shrines in Mie Prefecture, a ritual in preparation for the Shikinen Sengu (periodic rebuilding) of the shrines. Her participation marks a significant cultural event.
Japan's parliament has amended the Imperial House Law for the first time since 1947 to ensure the monarchy's survival, but popular Princess Aiko remains ineligible for the throne, with family expansion planned through adoptions.
Japan is grappling with a shortage of heirs to the imperial throne and is exploring options to preserve the monarchy, despite public support for a female monarch like Princess Aiko.
LDP lawmaker Hirofumi Nakasone expressed regret over a remark he made in Toyama Prefecture regarding Princess Aiko's potential succession to the throne if she were to remain unmarried.
Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, attended the opening ceremony of the Laos Festival in Yoyogi Park, Tokyo, an event showcasing Laotian culture and products.
Princess Aiko's popularity in Japan is high, but politicians are hesitant to change the succession law that prevents her from ascending the Chrysanthemum Throne.
Emperor and Empress and Princess Aiko are scheduled to visit Fukushima Prefecture from April 6th to 7th, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and their daughter Princess Aiko are scheduled to visit Iwate, Miyagi, and Fukushima prefectures from March to April, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Princess Aiko visited the Toba Aquarium in Mie Prefecture, where she observed dugongs and sea otters. She also toured facilities involved in processing timber for the Shikinen Sengu, the periodic rebuilding of the Ise Grand Shrine.
A significant change to the Imperial House Law has been realized, impacting Japanese Princess Aiko, though she still cannot ascend to the throne. The reform was passed by a force of numbers.
Japan's parliament has revised the imperial succession law, allowing male descendants from former imperial families to rejoin the imperial household, but maintained the ban on women ascending the Chrysanthemum Throne. This decision comes despite the current emperor having only a daughter, Princess Aiko.
Former Foreign Minister Nakasone has expressed regret for his "inappropriate words" regarding Princess Aiko and the imperial succession, stating his comments were based on current Imperial House Law provisions.
Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and their daughter Princess Aiko visited the Imperial Stock Farm in Tochigi Prefecture on May 1st for a period of relaxation.
Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and Princess Aiko visited a facility in Fukushima Prefecture to convey the damage of the Great East Japan Earthquake. Concurrently, a former teacher, spurred by memories of child victims, is sharing stories at the Great East Japan Earthquake and Nuclear Disaster Memorial Museum, contributing to ongoing remembrance efforts.
The Japanese Imperial couple, accompanied by Princess Aiko, have postponed their planned visit to Tohoku, where they were scheduled to inspect recovery efforts in areas affected by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, due to cold symptoms.
Spanish Crown Princess Leonor has received another trophy, as part of a royal weekly review that also mentions Princess Aiko being overlooked and Prince George's birthday.
Japan's parliament has concluded years of debate on the future of the Chrysanthemum Throne, cementing an exclusively male, paternal lineage through a new law. This decision excludes Princess Aiko from succession, despite public opinion polls favoring female succession.
Japan's monarchy faces a succession crisis, leading to proposals for securing the throne through adoptions, though women, including popular Princess Aiko, remain excluded from the imperial throne.
Japan's imperial family is reportedly dwindling, with traditionalists resisting changes to allow Princess Aiko to ascend the throne, raising concerns about the future of the world's oldest hereditary monarchy.
Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, is reportedly making arrangements for an official visit to Singapore this year.
Japan's Emperor and Empress, along with their daughter Princess Aiko, visited educational facilities in Okuma Town, Fukushima Prefecture, and met with local residents who have returned after the nuclear accident.
Japanese politician Sanae Takaichi has voiced opposition to proposed changes in the imperial succession rules that would allow women, such as Emperor Naruhito's daughter Princess Aiko, to ascend the throne.