Japan’s Former Emperor Requests Modest Funeral Arrangements
Emperor Emeritus Akihito has expressed a preference for a low-key, traditional funeral service, distancing the ceremony from state-level extravagance.
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Emperor Emeritus Akihito has expressed a preference for a low-key, traditional funeral service, distancing the ceremony from state-level extravagance.
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The Imperial Household Agency is evaluating options to host a farewell ceremony for former Emperor Akihito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.
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