Japan,a fascinating country with a rich cultural and historical legacy, stands as a remarkable blend of the ancient and the modern. This island nation has a past steeped in both triumphs and struggles ...

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Home Royals under the radar Japan's succession drama puts future of world's oldest monarchy in doubt Public feel 'sense of crisis' and politicians debate changing rules as Emperor has no male ...