Japan emperor abdication set march 2019

That's correct! On April 7, 2016, Japanese Emperor Akihito announced his intention to abdicate the Chrysanthemum Throne, citing his advanced age and declining health. The Japanese government subsequently passed a law allowing him to do so, and he officially abdicated on April 30, 2019.

Emperor Naruhito, Akihito's eldest son, succeeded him as the 126th Emperor of Japan. The abdication was a historic event, as it was the first time a Japanese emperor had voluntarily stepped down from the throne in over 200 years.

The abdication ceremony took place on May 1, 2019, and was attended by dignitaries from around the world, including foreign leaders and members of the Japanese royal family. The ceremony was a significant moment in Japanese history, marking the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter for the imperial family.