THE ASAHI SHIMBUN
December 23, 2024 at 17:01 JST
On the 91st birthday of Emperor Emeritus Akihito, the Imperial Household Agency released a photograph of Akihito and his wife, Michiko, at their residence, the Sento Imperial Palace, on Dec. 11. A painting of white birch trees by Japanese painter Togyu Okumura is behind Akihito and Michiko. (Provided by the Imperial Household Agency)
Emperor Emeritus Akihito, who turned 91 on Dec. 23, continues leading a calm and regular daily life, according to the Imperial Household Agency. [Read More]
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