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Japan's Imperial Household Agency is considering holding a farewell ceremony for former Emperor Akihito at the Imperial Palace, according to sources. The plan aims to streamline funeral rites and reduce costs, with the palace seen as the most practical venue.
Emperor Naruhito made a rare statement on Thursday addressing the declining number of imperial family members, expressing hope for a solution that gains public understanding. The move is seen as a subtle encouragement for dialogue on a sensitive issue that includes proposals for female succession and other reforms.
A majority of Japan's ruling and major opposition parties on Monday expressed support for a draft proposal to revise the Imperial Household Law to maintain the number of Imperial family members amid concerns over stable succession. The measures include allowing female members to marry and stay within the royal household.
