New Emperor, new era: Japan to unveil name of new era under Naruhito’s reign on Monday

March 31, 2019 3:11 PM

TOKYO – The end of an era is nigh for Japan, which will bid farewell to Heisei (achieving peace) when its revered Emperor Akihito steps down on April 30 and usher in a new epoch as the clock strikes midnight on May 1.

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