Akihito was the 125th Emperor of Japan, a direct descendant of Japan’s first emperor Jimmu, circa 660 BC. Japan is the only country in the world where the monarch holds the title of Emperor.

The Japanese monarchy began with Emperor Jimmu, who supposedly began his empire in 660 B.C. after warring with local chieftains. However, Jimmu is largely seen as a symbolic and legendary figure.

Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko waved to crowds and looked happy today as they visited the mausoleum of Emperor Jimmu. Emperor Akihito, 85, was dressed in a morning suit, with a tie ...

Emperor Akihito of Japan indicated in a rare public address Monday that he wants to abdicate the throne, which would make him the first Japanese monarch in 200 years to step down. Here are five ...

They are believed to contain a sword and ancient jewel that, according to legend, date back to the mythical forefather of Japan’s first emperor, Jimmu, who ruled almost 2,700 years ago.

The first emperor, Jimmu, came to the throne about 660 B.C. c.400: Introduction of Chinese learning to Japan. 552: Buddhism imported from Korea. Clan warfare. 645: Overthrow of the Soga clan by ...

Even though it has pretty much gone out of style today, "Jimmu konokata" (literally, "since Emperor Jimmu") is probably the most hyperbolic expression ever coined in Japanese. When the Japanese ...

Akihito is the 125th Emperor of Japan, a direct descendant of Japan's first emperor Jimmu, circa 660 BC. He is the world's only monarch with the title Emperor. Akihito is the fifth child and first ...