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Recent discussions on Japan's imperial succession may reflect a nostalgia for the pre-war imperial era, contradicting the constitutional role of the Emperor as a symbol. The debate highlights tensions between conservative desires and the post-war constitutional framework.
A cousin of former Emperor Akihito, now a commoner, suggests the Japanese public may not accept expanding the imperial family by adopting male members from former royal branches that lost their status after WWII. The succession issue is urgent with only three male heirs, including Prince Hisahito as the sole young grandson of Emperor Naruhito.
Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako dined with the Belgian Royal Family at Ciergnon Castle as part of their state visit to Belgium. The formal dinner, attended by King Philippe, Queen Mathilde, and their four children, highlighted the warm ties between the two monarchies. The visit, from October 1-4, also includes political meetings and cultural engagements.
