Michiko joked with an uncle: “If Crown Prince Akihito were only a little taller, I might fall in love with him.” Michiko (5 ft. 3½ in.) had several times seen the crown prince (5 ft.

According to the agency, Akihito, with Emperor Emerita Michiko, 87, walks in their garden every morning and evening as well as reading books aloud regularly. He also speaks with his aids every day ...

Iwao Shoda, the brother of Japan's former Empress Michiko, died at 93, with the former empress entering a period of mourning ...

Imperial Household Agency officials said Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko often reflect on their past exchanges with people they met overseas during their official visits, as well as in Japan.

The aide said Michiko would miss Mako, the first grandchild of Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Michiko, as she loves her dearly. As she did last year, Michiko lives a quiet life with Akihito due to ...

Akihito has been caring for Empress Emerita Michiko, who is still recovering from a broken leg. The agency also noted that Akihito continues to stay up to date on events within Japan and abroad.

Akihito has since receded from official duties and enjoys his time quietly while caring for his 90-year-old wife, former Empress Michiko, who broke her leg bone in October and is still recovering ...

Japan’s former emperor Akihito celebrated his 91st birthday ... He has also been caring for Japan's former empress Michiko, who underwent surgery for a broken right femur after losing her ...