Japan’s Imperial Succession Reforms | Global News

Japan’s parliament just passed a historic revision to its imperial succession laws, allowing distant male relatives aged 15+ to be adopted into the royal family and letting royal women retain their status after marriage — but crucially, women still can’t become emperor. With the imperial line at risk of extinction if Prince Hisahito’s son doesn’t come along, this is the first change since 1949. Despite 70% public support for female succession, tradition holds firm — and Princess Aiko, the emperor’s only child, remains ineligible to rule. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/68627817b0796c77