The Japanese government is considering postponing a celebratory parade after Emperor Naruhito's formal enthronement ceremony next week due to damage from Typhoon Hagibis, national broadcaster NHK said on Thursday.

Shinzo Abe visits typhoon-hit areas; Japan may postpone new Emperor's parade

Japanese Emperor Naruhito formally took up his post on Wednesday a day after the abdication of his father, saying he felt a "sense of solemnity" but pledging to work as a symbol of the nation and the unity of its people.

Japan's new Emperor Naruhito officially takes up post

Japan's new Emperor Naruhito formally ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne on Wednesday, a day after his father abdicated from the world's oldest monarchy and ushered in a new imperial era.

Japan rings in new era as Naruhito ascends Chrysanthemum Throne

The 126th Emperor of Japan, in his public address on the first day of his reign, promised to "reflect deeply on the course followed" by his father Emperor Emeritus Akihito who abdicated on Tuesday, bringing an end to the 30-year-old Heisei era.

Japan's new Emperor Naruhito ushers in 'Reiwa Era' with first address

Japanese emperor Akihito is set to step down from the throne on Tuesday, which will make him the first monarch to abdicate in more than 200 years.

Japan: A 10 days holiday for Prince's coronation

Japanese Emperor Akihito will abdicate on Tuesday in favour of his elder son, ending a three-decade reign during which he sought to ease the painful memories of World War Two and engage with people, including the marginalised in society.

Japanese Emperor Akihito to abdicate after three decades on throne

Emperor Akihito of Japan formally stepped down Tuesday, the first abdication for 200 years in the world's oldest monarchy, as his son Naruhito prepared to take the Chrysanthemum Throne and usher in a new imperial era.

End of an era as Japan's emperor Akihito abdicates

For the Emperor's abdication on April 30, Japanese workers are enjoying an unprecedented 10-day holiday as a rash of special days off combine with the traditional "Golden Week" in May.

Extra abdication holidays pose dilemma for hardworking Japanese

Japan is counting down to the end of the era of Emperor Akihito who is due to abdicate. Watch this video to know more.

Japan's royal family succession debate

From a ritual New Year's breakfast and Shinto prayers to receiving state visits and opening parliament, Japan's emperor has a diverse professional brief that occupies virtually every day of his year.

Poetry and prayers: The daily life of Japan's emperor

When Japan's Crown Prince Naruhito ascends the Chrysanthemum Throne, he will be taking on a role that has changed almost beyond recognition from its mythological origins.

Japan's emperors: From divine commander to 'comforter-in-chief'

In a rare emotional address ahead of his abdication next year, Japanese Emperor Akihito said he took "deep comfort" that his long reign had been one of peace as he remembered the "countless lives" lost in World War II.

Japanese emperor stresses his peaceful reign ahead of abdication

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