This photo shows an image of the Japanese Imperial Household Agency's official YouTube channel to be launched in April 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Imperial Household Agency) (Kyodo) TOKYO (Kyodo ...

(Photo: Kyodo/via REUTERS) TOKYO: Japan’s Prince Hisahito, the second in line to become emperor, is the imperial family's last hope for its long-term survival. Hisahito, who turned 18 last ...

TOKYO, Japan — Japan's ancient imperial family will launch a YouTube account next week, the government said Friday, in the latest attempt at public outreach by the tradition-bound monarchy.

The Imperial Guard was a small, elite army, directly under Napoleon’s control. Like the corps, it had infantry, cavalry and artillery. It was comprised of the best veteran soldiers from every ...

Sunday was another gorgeous day here, with unlimited sunshine and temps in the low 70s. It’s weather I wish I could bring ...

And when the couple arrive at their residence, a band from the Imperial Guard will play. The last time Japan held a parade to mark an Imperial accession, about 117,000 people came out to watch.

That's because the Imperial Palace is home to the Emperor of Japan and his immediate family. And before that, it was the residence for some of Japan's most important figures, including Emperor ...

On a significant day for diplomatic relations, Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako welcomed Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his wife, Janja, at a ceremonial event held at the ...