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The monarchy of Japan is known as the Imperial House of Japan (). Here are some key facts and figures about the Japanese monarchy:

Current Monarch:

• Emperor Naruhito (): Born on February 23, 1960, he is the 126th Emperor of Japan and has been on the throne since May 1, 2019.

Imperial Family:

• Empress Masako (): Born on December 9, 1963, she is the wife of Emperor Naruhito and the Empress of Japan.
• Crown Prince Akishino (): Born on December 2, 1965, he is the younger brother of Emperor Naruhito and the heir apparent to the throne.
• Princess Kako of Akishino (): Born on December 29, 1994, she is the daughter of Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko.
• Prince Hisahito of Akishino (): Born on September 6, 2006, he is the only son of Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, and is third in line to the throne.

History:

• The Imperial House of Japan is one of the oldest continuing monarchies in the world, with a history dating back over 1,400 years.
• The current imperial family is descended from Emperor Jimmu, who is said to have founded Japan in 660 BCE.
• The monarchy has undergone several changes and reforms over the centuries, including the Meiji Restoration of 1868, which transformed Japan from a feudal society to a modern, centralized state.

Symbolism:

• The Japanese monarchy is a symbol of the country's national identity and unity.
• The Emperor is considered a living symbol of the state and the unity of the Japanese people.
• The Imperial Family is also involved in various charitable and cultural activities, and the Emperor and Empress often perform official duties and ceremonies.

Residence:

• The Imperial Family resides in the Fushimi Palace () in Kyoto, which has been the main imperial palace since 1869.
• The palace is a symbol of the monarchy and is used for official ceremonies and events.

Titles:

• The Emperor is formally known as "Heika" (), which means "His Majesty."
• The Empress is formally known as "Kōtaigō" (), which means "Her Majesty."
• Members of the Imperial Family are also given titles such as "Prince" or "Princess," with the prefix "His/Her Imperial Highness" (, Kōtei Kōtei).