Japanese emperor Akihito abdicates throne

[@malcolmbrown3532]

I really liked towards the end, how on the way out Emperor Akihito, momentarily stopped, turned and bowed to the audience. One last time as Emperor before leaving the throne[?] Room.

[@comradeleppi2000]

True it is one of historical moment in Japan I think.

[@azerty123456475]

I think he was waiting for he´s thicc GF 😅

[@dakotaanderson7905]

@@comradeleppi2000I think he was the first emperor to abdicate (of his own volition) in over 300 years.

[@isaacomnus883]

​@@azerty123456475wtf 😂

[@frank-ko6de]

The British wish they had anything on the Japanese. Nothing but refinement, while the Brits are just ridiculous noise with their nonsense pageantry. There is a lot they could learn from the Japanese.

[@gord2358]

The dignity and respect shown is awesome.

[@oneforallah]

@Mrssewhardtoplease Thankfully they are simple and Eastern as Buddhist as possible

[@Stratus6]

@@oneforallah Shinto.

[@TheAznative101]

@ogidokki I don't know if you are speaking of Hirohito. WWII divine in the eyes of the Japanese. they didn't apologize for their actions. I don't think we apologized for vaporizing two of their cities either.

[@TheAznative101]

@ogidokki I am not going to rationalize the vaporization of tens of thousands of innocent people. But then again if not for the bomb(s) a plan was afoot to invade the Japanese mainland. Not just the military armed but each and every able bodied person. The entire population of Japan vs the 10's of thousands of troops. No real contest. So instead of the sacrifice that was planned the bomb was dropped. From the way it was worded it sounded like this emperor not Hirohito. What the Japanese did is no worse that we we did when we dropped the atomic bomb(s). It could have been seen as a war crime since they were non combatants. Try as we may we can't revise history. I have some affinity for the Japanese since I married one.

[@TheAznative101]

@ogidokki I don't have your previous comment. We can't revise history. Hiroshima and Nagasaki were 'military' targets. Ports and military manufacturing. So the dropping of the bomb was justified to our military. It was also a terror weapon in today's verbiage. It took the second bomb to show them it was futile to go on fighting. There is a video of the 'rehearsal' of the landing invasion of Japan. It saved both American and Japanese lives. History is what it is and we can't change it. We can disagree with it and hopefully learn from it.

[@tqnz-a5238]

Extremely touching how the Emperor Emeritus waited for his Empress and helped her down the stairs.

[@victoriabardsley8097]

I was reading about their relationship and it's known that Akihito's mother didn't like her daughter in law - she believed that Michiko wasn't good enough for her son. I think part of the dislike was due to the fact that Michiko was from a Roman Catholic family.

[@HomoDuxAltiens]

Así debe ser se debe ser caballeroso con la hembra siempre

[@graypurple28]

@@victoriabardsley8097 and a commoner

[@ZorLink21]

Victoria Bardsley as of today I'm finishing my duty as emperor

[@kleenex9981]

I wonder how he felt as he stepped off the throne he would never climb again.

[@Wottan007]

3500 years of dignity , utmost culture and refined civilisation ! Respects from France !

[@normamimosa5991]

@Michel Fraden - Well not quite! Remember WW2. Waging unprovoked war against the U.S. The treatment of civilian and military prisoners during that war. Remember China. The invasion of, and consequent Japanese atrocities against, China. That was when the emperor at the time had supreme power. Having said that, those actions have nothing to do with the emperor who has just abdicated and his family today.

[@Wottan007]

@@normamimosa5991 : True ! but remember also that Japan attacked the USA because the later had already against Japan a policy of "sanctions" and embargoes in order to suffocate the commercial expansion of this emerging Asian nation ...Unfortunately for Japan this country had not the same argument that North Korea has today...which explains why the USA are so keen to open up serious talks with a leader who, not so long ago was depicted as a mad tyrant enslaving his population ! It´s funny how suddenly the US turned "open minded" when they realized that the tyrant had a big stick which could be very detrimental to US interests...Depending on whether you are strong or weak, your interlocutor takes you seriously or despises you!

[@terryhighwell1984]

@@normamimosa5991 I strongly suggest you read up on Japanese history. Japanese Emperors have rarely had "supreme power" or for that matter, any power, but were largely "used" as figureheads by the Shoguns, bureaucrats, military, etc. Their "authority" today is essentially the same as in the past. Others made the decisions, that were carried out in the name of the Emperor, even when the Emperor did not personally approve of the policy. Case in point, the Shoguns were the de facto government, which acted in the name of the Emperor.

[@normamimosa5991]

@@terryhighwell1984 OUCH. Obviously you who has to read up on Japanese history.

[@David-pf4hr]

@@Wottan007 ha the north and their bottle rockets

[@ivannanto]

I wish good health for the abdicated Emperor Akihito and his family, also pray for a peaceful and thriving Reiwa era

[@oneforallah]

Dude isn't japan a complete democracy I don't understand how Japan can have a government and also a King at the same time

[@bonawang4995]

@@oneforallah Google "constitutional monachy"

[@AEIOU05]

@@oneforallah >What is the UK >What is the Netherlands >What is Sweden >What is Norway >What is Denmark >What is Spain

[@mariobart1654]

@@AEIOU05 Soon will be Poland with Jesus Christ.

[@AEIOU05]

@@mariobart1654 I hope so, but i know no dynasty other than the Habsburgs who could claim the polish throne.

[@kevinkilgore3346]

I was living in Japan as a member of the United States military when he became Emperor. He's a man of great grace and dignity.

[@victoriabardsley8097]

How much coverage was there for both Akihito's enthronement and for the death and state funeral of his father Hirohito?

[@victoriabardsley8097]

@PATRIOT HAM I don't think that Akihito should have to apologize for something he had nothing to do with. If he chose to make an apology it would be nice, but it shouldn't be required. That would be like asking the people of Germany to apologize for what the Nazis did.

[@iche9373]

@Tiger Ham Did he apologize?

[@quisqueyanguy120]

@Tiger Ham Why? He was a kid during the war. If you means an apology as a Head of State, he did in name of Japan several times.

[@アミバ-h5o]

@Tiger HamYou can't get on with the future, when you are stuck in the past. （ Korea also invaded Japan in 1274,1281,and 1419. Did Korea apologize to Japan?）

[@pinkb2542]

Showing The simpicity of Royal family of Japan. Respect!

[@043778cc]

Simplicity? you are kidding right? Poor woman have no choice or will.

[@robi9942]

@@043778cc who cares?

[@trap_kyun90yearsago52]

Imperial Family*

[@joshuametzler6885]

Respect & Love from The United States

[@notyoureverydaywatch204]

For real?

[@nemo7782]

@@notyoureverydaywatch204 A problem with that? Just wondering.

[@jfontanez1838]

Oh please

[@bennyjiub980]

After you slaughtered his people with atom bombs and you greet him

[@mirumanzi]

@@bennyjiub980 lol so explain to me how the man who greeted the former emperor had access to such weapons?

[@nikkicortez6192]

Empress Michiko beauty and graces luminates, the entire hall she is such a gem like no other..

[@reigenlucilfer6154]

i agree! she is mesmerizing!

[@sirajabatax_punxgoaran1044]

Yes.. I think so..

[@nigelft]

I think it's because she reminds so many of their favourite grandmother/great aunt, who always kept a packet of your favourite sweets on her, and snuck them to you when your mum is not watching ...

[@comradeleppi2000]

@@nigelft true she is so cute. If she was my grandma I would always hug and kiss her

[@amritashetty4090]

Certainly, I am also charmed by beauty of Empress. She seemed like marbel statue or Japanese doll. She is Great standard of sophistication and elegance which is forever.

[@alijabbar3400]

Love and respect for japan 🌺🌺🇯🇵🇯🇵

[@sirenloud]

As a Mexican-American have always admired the Japanese culture and people with the utmost highest respect I got emotional watching the ceremony there's a saying in Mexico King is a king no matter where he is he's still King Bonzi emperor

[@yoshimiabbott6204]

何度拝聴しても胸が温かくなり感謝の気持ちで胸がいっぱいになります。日本国民の為に寄り添っていただいた陛下に皇記弥栄。

[@三原郁香-g4x]

法治国家🏹🏠より↔↔育児放棄🎌🎌(´∀｀∩)↑age↑(´∀｀∩)↑age↑投げ🏠やり👃のが🎛🪟🪟゛゛しい👃世↔の🗻🗻中🎯かも👃

[@putugunarko]

I love Akihito emperor, he is the most loving emperor ever... and his love story is awesome

[@iarshintasudjana4382]

Yes

[@user-mf9dm5kp6g]

As Japanese,I am proud of him.He spent almost all of his life for our nation and all over the world particularly region which was ruled by Japanese empire .I hope he enjoy personal life.

[@nikkicortez6192]

My Most Favorite Monarch, Dignified, Simple and Regal in many ways.. a High Respect to the Emperor and Empress and to the People of Japan. Banzai Japan!

[@mariobart1654]

Beautiful said! Big respect!!!

[@sandramenzies4401]

You wouldn’t be saying that when they thought they were Asian master race cruel buggers to the British

[@kaziiqbal7257]

@@sandramenzies4401 that was the last guy

[@sharkronical]

@@kaziiqbal7257 even then, Hirohito wasn't the main idea behind that whole thing, the military was obviously way more influential back then

[@LightgreenLP]

@@sharkronical Yeah, Japan was basically a military dictatorship at that point, with the monarchy only officially in place to keep the people on their side. Same situation that Austria-Hungary and the German Empire were in during WW1.

[@genesisquiambao9900]

I wish this kind of dignity and respect is spread in all nation, all people, all over the world.

[@eu4ic113]

Supremely educated, disciplined, respectful culture. Unique in the world.

[@TopWorld-po6tx]

🤢🤮

[@tracy406]

I met him once when we lived in Japan. Nice enough man. He was tickled with my blonde blue eyed babies. He tried to make my daughter smile. Dignified, yet just a grandfatherly elderly man.

[@felixmiraz1541]

How lucky you are 👌

[@JuanSanchezGuerra]

How did you meet him?

[@quackkuryu4680]

When he stoped and look back and bowed that was sad yet happy

[@MottiShneor]

Wishing good health and happy longevity for the abdicated Emperor Akihito and his family. May the new era started be peaceful, and prosperous

[@heavensangel1310]

You Don't Need to be Royal To be Honorable & Respectable This is So Evident from the Gesture of His Love, Loyalty & Devotion to His Wife that He Waits for Her & Helps Her Down from the Podium. Peace Health & Joy to All of Them & their People.

[@lasonrisadeacero]

I find your lack of lowercase letters extremely irritating.

[@ちゃわ-d7t]

The word Emperor Akihito retrired his job. I am blessed to work as a Japanese emperor with my deep trust and love for Japanese people. I thank you from bottom of my heart for having me as a symbol of Japan and supporting me. I hope new year Reiwa starting from tomorrow to be peaceful and fruitful I pray along with my wife Michiko and I pray for Japan and people in this whole world stay peaceful and happy forever.

[@imweird3363]

What

[@ふくのすけ-j1k]

「国民に心から感謝します」とのお言葉には、もったいない気持ちでいっぱいになりました。 私たち国民こそ上皇陛下には感謝の言葉しかありません。 「国やすかれ　民やすかれ」と代々の天皇陛下が祈って下さったからこそ、今の日本があると思います。 陛下の大御心に私たち国民は癒やされて参りました。 本当にありがとうございました。

[@jasonsmith7416]

So refined but simple all at the same time.... true elegance and grace.

[@marciomatos1975]

This is the perfect merge of simplicity with refinement.

[@ericmuyana203]

I very much like japanese etiquette

[@justaglance6388]

You mention that Japanese edicate is nice but if you had to live it, you would be so lucky not to have to live that way. Yes Americans do need more respect. But that's only a front. Japanese society is very sturdy and complicated, even to Japanese. Thank you

[@jopellegrino7645]

Made me tear- he was a just leader

[@willhaney96]

I don't see a reason for Japan to apologize, their grandparents who fought in the war are long dead, their people as a whole have evolved culturally far beyond that of their grandparents. Asking Japan to apologize for the war is the same as asking white people to apologize for slavery. They are a great and peaceful and respectful culture and I consider them to be one of our closest allies.

[@Citizenof-world]

Such dignified & disciplined people.. love & whole hearted respect from India

[@VenusEvan_1885]

Love Japan and japanese they're very smart and good people

[@alexchuan2309]

Welcome Reiwa era!

[@gutspillage]

What era?

[@alexchuan2309]

Reiwa

[@suhartowaltermkadatuan9244]

@@alexchuan2309 the what is it?

[@alexchuan2309]

Maria Mendoza abdication ceremony of Former Emperor Akihito

[@jerryperez5267]

@@suhartowaltermkadatuan9244 it means the new era of Love, Respect, and Dignity.

[@kevsh4997]

I wish the Emperial Family of Korea remained like this. It is so amazing to see such living culture in the monarchy of Japan.

[@ilmukita5888]

Japan, is the most contributed country, who ruined the monarchy of Korea

[@tomaevan1607]

@@ilmukita5888 멍청한 소리. 조선의 왕실은 무능했으며, 일본 정부 밑에서 호의호식한 매국노 가문이다! 그들이 군주제를 부활시키지 못한 이유는 그 때문이다.

[@natuoyamaguti3909]

Words can't describe how great his era,Heisei was!

[@kneelworship]

Simplicity, elegance, and humility have marked their reign. Joy and health to them both and to Japan.

[@mgakakisam]

disciplined and respect is the main culture in Japan.

[@bigol9223]

@Noob Scalp Whine somewhere else

[@456inthemix]

Chrysanthemum Dynasty is 2'500 years old.

[@narvaromer8516]

@Noob Scalp That's what every country does. hypocrite.

[@jcg.5648]

Respect & Love from The Philippines.

[@wladimiralexander5195]

a very modest throne hall.Unlike Royal.

[@DDELE7]

It’s fairly new for a Royal Palace. What you’re looking at is the most prestigious room in the Tokyo Imperial Palace Complex, most of the buildings were constructed in the 1950’s and 60’s as the originals were destroyed during World War II. This one called the Matsunoma State Room. It’s the only room made with a pine wood floor. Most of the more important Imperial family ceremonies are held in this room. There are also an on site media gallery built in for easier tv transmissions.

[@user-sx5ze8oq3k]

It's the influence of the traditional Japanese aesthetics. There account from western envoys to Japan during the final days of the Tokugawa government were they note the 'simplicity' of the Shogun meeting hall and their garments, in opposition to the European monarchs and it's glorious/luxurious halls.

[@abdulambola2275]

@@DDELE7 imperial Palace of Tokyo in meiji era was mixture combinations of Western style and tradition japanese halls most of which covered in gold and silver its glorious and luxurious halls

[@numanumafanbaseyangsing128]

Why wasn't this all over the news?

[@pacificrules]

4:30.... RIP Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. You are a hero and a true leader of the Japanese people.❤🤍

[@folken1761]

The last Dignified Royal/Imperial Dynasty on this earth

[@kevinhoward9593]

Yeah but I mean his name is in Title only. He has very little power. he's basically a puppet.

[@folken1761]

@@kevinhoward9593 that's not the first time in the Imperial family's long history, that the Emperor Governs nothing but the Era where he is a true Emperor always comes back so let them just bide their time.

[@HayaYtAc]

@@kevinhoward9593 日本の歴史(japanese history)を知れば、権威(authority)と権力(power)の違い(difference)がわかると思うよ。天皇(emperor)の一番重要な仕事(most important work)は、平和と豊作、日本人の健康を祈ること(wish and pray for peace,good harvest,and health of citizens)なんだよ。

[@josealbinosantosnogueira6013]

@@kevinhoward9593 You mean, basically like all European Royals, right?

[@flawyerlawyertv7454]

Respects from Brazil!

[@daleeasternbrat816]

Best wishes to both the former and the new Emperor of Japan. Best wishes from the U.S.A..

[@sergiorojas7863]

Respect and Long life to the emperor and to Japan

[@pabloplato]

what gives global - no subtitles?

[@onemercilessming1342]

Notice how modestly and appropriately the women are dressed. No Marilyn Monroe moments. No outlandish hats. No hanging on to one another. No hogging the camera lens. No silliness. The men are wearing formal morning attire. The UK DRF (dysfunctional royal family) ought to take notes.

[@Molybed1]

The British Royal Family is a joke. All pop and pageantry but no class.

[@dolphin6699]

@@Molybed1 and now they became new kardasian lol.

[@misscoutts6193]

Diana started it.

[@godzooke]

Very touching scene. That is one stylish Empress.

[@ericmuyana203]

Hajimimashite I have been in japan many times and they are very respectful that’s what I love about japan long live the emperor ashiteru from the Philippines

[@rcksnxc361]

If you are going to use romaji, at least type it properly Hajimemashite* Aishiteiru* or aishiteru* (both are correct, the second one is a speech abbreviation)

[@reigenlucilfer6154]

weeb

[@nancyhobson9710]

I just love the old Japanese Imperial couple. They ate like dolls. Or bookends. Very sweet

[@justaglance6388]

Very much appreciated for the Emperor that the people of his county Nippon had under his rule. Long live Tenno Heiwa gassho😢

[@ExcitingAnthem]

Akihito reads without glasses

[@neelsmostert]

Such grace. Never will we witness anything similar in the western world, where we don't have kings and queens, but rather superiors.

[@alexanderbaceller3755]

I wish Good health and long live to the family, I'm Filipino and having Japanese blood in me is one of the best thing that I had, hoping That one day I can be in my ancestors land🙂

[@imweird3363]

🙂🙂🙂

[@こまったもーちゃん]

いつかお越しになる日をお待ちしております。(^_^)/

[@user-hc2zc5lm4q]

Banzai long live the emperor

[@stephenpaxman1208]

KILL THEM THE WAY THEY KILLED IN PEARL HARBOUR WITH OUT MERY

[@yorkaturr]

@@stephenpaxman1208 Without Mery you say? What about Pipin?

[@aragnee1]

Hawaii was a US territory during the attack on pearl harbor and didn't become a state until 1959.

[@brunkybrunk]

@@stephenpaxman1208 dude that attack was 81 years ago and under a different emperor then Akihito so chill out

[@timothyanurantha1803]

@@aragnee1 hawaii was a peaceful kingdom until that stupid america attacked the land and annexed it ilegally

[@Sophia-wv6yf]

What slow and beautiful speaker ⛩

[@tabakinam7053]

Akihito is really a great emperor!

[@fasiapulekaufusi6632]

i greatly support monarch countries and it is sad to witness a great legacy being toppled by modern society.

[@mikkis668]

Beautiful!

[@SulphateX]

imagine holding in a fart for a long period of time and then finally you are alone and you can let that fart out imagine the relief you finally feel i bet that's exactly how he is feeling now and the pressure hes been holding in is finally out what an awesome man

[@Hbrand19]

So polite. Amazing tradition

[@presidentecamacho8579]

Hermosa ceremonia.

[@trickcarisusa]

Long Live Emperor of Japan! Tenno Heika Banzai!

[@lindalds]

wish they had provided English subtitles.

[@Leaveblank62]

The wife is beautiful! I wonder how she looked like in younger days

[@shuuuuu1139]

please google with words “princess michiko young.”

[@v1ryus]

She was very beautiful and serene, as she is now.

[@มังกรชาดาจันทร์-ฦ6ม]

เจริญพระพร(ปะโมทิโต)นามะคูบากรวัดป่าถ้ำหมากมาง

[@Ines-nm1kb]

i'd like to have the translation :(

[@Followlostonline]

Then Google it

[@20rvd02]

The oldest monarchy in the world and this is their ceremony. Completely simple with dignity and simplicity and humility. The Europeans (I'm Dutch) should take heed.

[@matthewkaczer1459]

It was enough. and he left with clearly the most important person his wife of 60 years.

[@mariobart1654]

Respect from Poland! Arigato Gozaimasu.

[@hilariohongsha201]

Starting from the emperor, Japanese people are minimalist by default. Very simple n yet Very aesthetic.

[@mshimada3823]

On point

[@seliparjepun3771]

Agree 👍

[@daisyhirata]

Banzai! We love you!

[@Pandacous]

Woah what the hell why is this not being reported in the west as much

[@anthonycunningham8116]

It literally led the news all day on the BBC

[@WurrzagsMorkyMischeif]

Long live the emperor!

[@mustang8242]

Our congress and senate need to take a lesson.

[@親日-e9b]

日本人として天皇が譲位されるというのは少し寂しい気持ちもあります。 しかし、これから日本は新たな時代、令和の時代を迎えるのであります。 令和の時代にも多くの困難がありましょう、 そんな時にこそ国家一丸となって天皇陛下そして臣民全員の力でその困難を乗り越えていくのが令和の時代にも大切なことなのでしょう。

[@hidewospecial]

国家一丸となって天皇陛下そして臣民全員の力で困難を乗り越えていくのは同意致しますが、上皇陛下は「譲位」ではございません。「退位」です。 上皇陛下のお気持ちを忖度した政府が、天皇陛下を退位させる法律を制定したという物になります。そのため法律上、天皇陛下自らの意思で位を譲る「譲位」ではなく、自分の意思を含まない意味の「退位」という言葉になります。一度限りの特例法です。

[@luciamoncayos.9493]

Maravillosa cultura 👋👋👏👏😢😢🙏🏼🙏🏼🌎🇪🇨

[@stephenj.schneider5185]

Someone said it best, "a man of great grace and dignity." I so agree! This is amazing to me at a time of what is going on in the world. A semblance of national pride, a constancy of purpose, and just a good feeling. Banzai!

[@yusufOhaabdayusuf]

O kaizar semoga sehat selalu

[@やみくろ-d7x]

12:50~ The Emperor took the Empress' hand. The scene shows the firm bond between them. But then a sacred treasure intervenes between him and her, and the empress walks behind it. We cannot help but think of the loneliness of the heir to a throne that has lasted 2,600 years.

[@j.louisv.123]

I do wish this was translated. Long live the Japanese Imperial family.

[@noname-gm2xx]

We miss Mr. Abe, the great statesman!

[@EitaThomasJohn-xv6jz]

I don't understand he did only evil politics, specialy Korean cult🇰🇷🇰🇵

[@comradeleppi2000]

Empress is so beautiful she looks so cute and her smile is sweet , Emperor is handsome too.

[@freakyflow]

Thank you ありがとうございました (Arigatōgozaimashita) From Canada カナダから (Kanada kara)

[@renegade637]

The degree of honor and respect that is held in Japan sometimes makes me wish the people of America could learn some honor and respect.

[@MoniqueFurutaGomesdeBarros]

You are welcome! Kokumin made me happy in Tokyo too

[@user-hc2zc5lm4q]

We will miss them

[@AlessioAndres]

The Legend.

[@dylantoytebe8244]

I love their furniture bery simple and clean

[@anaabendroth3460]

Wish this was closed captioned

[@マリウスパリス7]

平成は歴史上最も豊かで平和な時代だった優れた徳と知性とやさしさに満ちた上皇陛下だからこそこの案英和なされた。平成の時代に生きたことは忘れない　平成は本当に良い時代だった昭仁陛下永遠に感謝を

[@akita1934]

｢平成が歴史上最も豊かで平和だった｣には異論はあるが,先の戦争の反省を踏まえ終始変わらぬ,明仁天皇による｢国民の安寧と国際社会の平和｣を願う気持ちは,称賛に値する

[@さ代子河原]

お名前の漢字が……！ 上辺だけの尊敬？　バレましたね

[@elizabethstadler2775]

Welcome Reiwa Era !

[@verdellellis4043]

Respects from a world afar.

[@juvelinosagosoy779]

They should have an English subtitle so we know what they said because we heard only the Japanese language...

[@KlineFarmchannel]

They said thank you for your service to our country and good luck in the future and afterlife. Then he said he is moving to Florida in the united States of America to live in the sun and best wishes to the country

[@ian5881]

The Emperor and Empress has very good eyesight. His voice tone too is strong .wow Japanese people are generally healthy people. What is the secret of their healthiness and long life?

[@atineresoares3324]

So peaceful japan

[@silverstringsgia]

I remember seeing that symbol on the throne on some of their Navy ships even during ww2. I wonder what it means.

[@user-sx5ze8oq3k]

It's the Imperial Emblem/Seal. Represents the Imperial Family like the emblem on the British Passport represents the Royal Family. Back in the days Japan was officially an Empire, so the Navy was called Imperial Navy and that's why they used the Imperial Emblem/Seal. You can see these seals all other Japan in religious or historical sites.

[@vplph]

The power of silence.

[@CycocelVocalist]

beautiful subtly profound emotion

[@zakariahafiz2429]

Love and respect from malaysia

[@sirsteve1969]

Emperor . Wow that is some kind of handle.

[@619chrisoriginal]

Wish this had Captions