Japan approves imperial reform, keeps throne male-only
20 Jul 2026, 13:09 GMT
Topic: World
Source URL: https://www.dw.com/en/japan-approves-imperial-reform-keeps-throne-male-only/a-78037181?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
New legislation aims to address the shrinking ranks of Japan's imperial family, while preserving male-only succession despite broad support for a female emperor.