The government is considering holding ceremonies to celebrate Crown Prince Akishino's ascent to first in line to the chrysanthemum throne possibly in mid-November, an official said Monday.
The Rikkoshi no Rei ceremonies, originally scheduled for April, have been postponed due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.
The ceremonies are intended to proclaim the 54-year-old crown prince's new status, which he acquired after his brother, Emperor Naruhito, ascended the throne in May last year.