Emperor Akihito of Japan May Speak of Retirement in Televised Address

Akihito, 82, is scheduled to speak on Monday, amid reports that he would like to step down after a reign of 27 years. [Source]

Origin: nytimes.com

Category: Japan

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Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/09/world/asia/japan-emperor-akihito-retirement.html?partner=rss&emc=rss