Japan considers setting up panel on ways to secure a stable imperial succession

Japan considers setting up panel on ways to secure a stable imperial succession

South China Morning Post - Asia·2020-12-12 07:03

There are only three males in line to succeed Emperor Naruhito – his younger brother, the crown prince’s son, and the emperor’s uncle

The emperor and Empress Masako have a daughter, but under the Imperial House Law women cannot ascend the throne

Japan is considering stepping up discussions on ways to secure a stable imperial succession by establishing an advisory panel to solicit views from experts on the issue, government and ruling party sources said on Friday.

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