New era as Japanese Emperor ascends to throne

Many Japanese stayed up until midnight to usher in the new Reiwa Era, with large screens up and down the country near commuter hubs and in bustling shopping districts wishing everyone a Happy New Reiwa Era.
Japan's Emperor Naruhito waves from his vehicle upon arriving at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. / Internet photo
Japan's Emperor Naruhito waves from his vehicle upon arriving at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. / Internet photo
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