Japan Revises Law to Secure Male Succession to Imperial Throne
Despite public support for a female emperor, Japan's government moves to ensure male heirs remain eligible for the throne.
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Despite public support for a female emperor, Japan's government moves to ensure male heirs remain eligible for the throne.
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Despite broad public support for a female emperor, Japan's parliament approved changes to succession rules that preserve male-only inheritance and allow adoption of distant male relatives.
Euronews | Jul 17, 2026, 5:08 AM
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Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PMShowing 1-7 of 7 articles.