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Japan's Princess Yuriko, Oldest Imperial Family Member, Passes at 101
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Japan's Princess Yuriko, Oldest Imperial Family Member, Passes at 101

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.