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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mari Yamaguchi

Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to change Japan's male-only succession law

Japan Royal - (Imperial Household Agency of Japan)

Japan’s beloved Princess Aiko is often cheered like a pop star.

During a visit to Nagasaki with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, the sound of her name being screamed by well-wishers along the roads overwhelmed the cheers for her parents.

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