The Japan government has adopted a one-time law allowing for Akihito's abdication, and this month formally set the date for the event - April 30, 2019

Record crowds celebrate Japan's Emperor Akihito 84th birthday

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Record crowds celebrate Japan's Emperor Akihito 84th birthday