Akihito
Akihito is the former Emperor of Japan who abdicated in 2019, making way for his son Naruhito. His reign was marked by efforts to modernize the imperial family and engage with the public while addressing sensitive issues such as the role of women in the imperial succession.
Born on Dec 23, 1933 (92 years old)
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Luxembourg:
Akihito is the former emperor of Japan and a cousin of Tomohito von Mikasa.
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Brazil:
Akihito was the successor to Hirohito and recognized Shoichi Yokoi in 1991.
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Brazil:
Shoichi Yokoi considered his meeting with Emperor Akihito in 1991 one of the greatest honors of his life.
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Bangladesh:
Akihito was the 125th Emperor of Japan, known for breaking tradition and connecting with the common people.
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Portugal:
Akihito is mentioned as a recipient of the same honor as Umaro Sissoco Embaló.
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Ecuador:
Akihito was crowned as the Emperor of Japan.
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Taiwan:
Akihito was the then-Japanese emperor who received Jiang Zemin at a state banquet.
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Romania:
Akihito is the former emperor of Japan and the grandfather of Hisahito.
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United States:
Akihito is the former Emperor of Japan and the grandfather of Hisahito.
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Serbia:
Akihito abdicated in favor of his son Naruhito in 2019.
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