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Japan prince comes of age as succession crisis looms
- On September 6, 2025, Japan celebrated 19-year-old Prince Hisahito’s transition into adulthood with an elaborate event held at the Tokyo palace.
- The event highlighted a brewing succession crisis caused by male-only imperial succession rules that exclude Emperor Naruhito's 23-year-old daughter, Princess Aiko.
- The ceremony featured Prince Hisahito being crowned with a traditional black kanmuri made of silk and lacquer to signify his transition into royal adulthood, accompanied by customary rituals and the presence of members of the royal family and government officials.
- Prince Hisahito expressed gratitude, pledged to fulfil his royal duties, and said he has not deeply considered his marriage prospects, while public opinion polls show strong support for a woman emperor.
- Experts note politicians have delayed addressing succession reforms despite public support, suggesting that louder backing for women emperors could prompt serious political action amid tradition-based resistance.
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