Emperor Akihito has become the first Japanese monarch to abdicate the throne in more than two centuries. The 85-year-old was a symbolic leader, but now says he can’t fulfil his role. Dawna Friesen explains why and shares the legacy of Akhito’s 30-year reign.
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Japan’s Akihito is first emperor to abdicate in more than 200 years
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