Mental health issues show women bear brunt of Japan's monarchy system
The diagnosis of former princess Mako's post-traumatic stress disorder prior to her marriage in October has once again highlighted the pressure that women in the imperial family face.
Princess Kako turns 27 as duties still curbed due to pandemic
Princess Kako, a niece of Emperor Naruhito, turned 27 on Wednesday, following another year of restrictions to official duties due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Japanese crown prince made decision to forgo daughter's marriage rites
Crown Prince Akishino revealed that he sent her off on her wedding day with best wishes for her new life in the U.S., as the couple had decided "it was the best thing for them."
Ponytail shorn, Princess Mako's boyfriend visits her parents ahead of marriage
Kei Komuro, who was reunited with the princess for the first time in over three years, is believed to have discussed the unresolved financial dispute that roiled the couple's wedding plans.
He is the only heir of his generation as the Imperial House Law states that only males with male lineal descent from emperors can ascend the throne.
Princess Mako to marry boyfriend Kei Komuro by the end of the year
The marriage between the couple, who are both 29, has been postponed for more than two years following reports of trouble between Komuro's mother and her former fiance over money.
U.S. to send U.N. envoy Linda Thomas-Greenfield for Olympics closing event
President Joe Biden said Friday that U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield will represent the United States at the closing ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics on Aug. 8. The Games' opening ceremony on July 23 was attended by first lady Jill Biden, making ...
Princess Mako's boyfriend graduates from law school in New York
Kei Komuro, 29, started studying at the school in August 2018 to qualify as a lawyer, and now plans to take the New York state bar exam in July.
Money row tied to princess's boyfriend may end in settlement
The former fiance of Kei Komuro's mother said Tuesday he wants to enter negotiations on a settlement payment, offered earlier this month by Komuro, to end a long-running dispute.
Princess Mako's boyfriend Kei Komuro expresses resolve to marry
The planned marriage between the princess and Komuro, both 29, has been postponed for over two years following reports of trouble between his mother and her former fiance.
Female monarchs up for debate as Japan looks to secure imperial line
The clock is ticking for the world's oldest hereditary monarchy, which is now left with just three male heirs.
Japan government likely to defer conclusions on imperial succession
The Suga administration is thought to be concerned about a potential backlash if the panel decides to support allowing women to ascend the throne.
