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At Japan's 2026 New Year receptions, the imperial family showcased an impressive array of diamond tiaras and jewelry, including the historic Meiji Tiara and pieces loaned to Princess Aiko, highlighting the family's rich tradition and recent changes in household leadership.
Japan's Prince Hisahito has reached adulthood amid concerns over the future of the country's ancient monarchy due to its male-only succession policy and declining numbers, with him potentially being the last emperor if reforms are not made. Despite his young age, he is already a significant figure in the ongoing debate about the monarchy's future, symbolizing both tradition and the urgent need for change.
Japan's Prince Hisahito, the first male royal to reach adulthood in 40 years, has celebrated his coming-of-age ceremony, highlighting ongoing debates over the country's male-only royal succession policy amid concerns about the shrinking and aging imperial family. Hisahito, second in line to the throne, is likely to become emperor, but the tradition limits succession to males, raising questions about the future of the monarchy, especially with his sister Mako having left the royal family after marriage.
Princess Yuriko, the oldest member of Japan's Imperial Family, has passed away at the age of 101. Her death marks the end of an era for the Japanese monarchy, as she was a significant figure within the royal family.
Princess Yuriko, the oldest member of Japan's imperial family and great-aunt to Emperor Naruhito, passed away at 101 due to natural causes. Her death leaves 16 members in the imperial family, which has been shrinking under laws requiring female members to leave upon marrying commoners. The main funeral ceremony will be held on November 26. Princess Yuriko, who was married to Prince Mikasa, had a significant role in various charitable organizations and is survived by her granddaughters who remain in the imperial family.