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With sake and Shino rites, Japanese rang in a new imperial era
The change of era is a huge event in Japan, on a par with the accession of a new emperor.
Japan's emperor steps down to usher in new imperial era
Japan's emperor to step down in 200-year first, handing the Chrysanthemum Throne.
Japanese Emperor, Empress to retire after decades of service
Japan's imperial couple faces a nearly unprecedented situation: retirement.
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