November 13, 2009

Japan’s emperor celebrates 20 years on the throne

There is an Imperial system in Japan. And Nov.12, 2009 , thousands of Japanese congratulated Emperor Akihito on the 20th anniversary of his accession to the throne.

At an official ceremony held in Tokyo’s National Theatre. And Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama passed on his government’s congratulations.

Emperor Akihito is the first Japanese emperor not to be considered divine.

by Toshi