Emperor Akihito hopes for stable and fruitful Reiwa era in his last remarks before stepping down.

Emperor Akihito reports his abdication to ancestors at the Imperial Palace.

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A transgender chief priestess hopes her temple will serve as a haven for those in need.

A robotic carnivore is used to keep away deer and other agricultural pests.

People live in minimalist homes to maximize life enjoyment.

A baby boy born prematurely last fall is set to leave hospital Saturday.

Japan's Emperor Akihito reports his planned abdication at Ise Jingu.