Japan’s emperor suggests he would like to abdicate
By MARI YAMAGUCHI Japan’s emperor expressed concern Monday about fulfilling his duties as he ages, in a public address that was remarkable for its rarity and its suggestion that he…
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Japan emperor offers ‘remorse’ on WWII surrender anniversary
By MARI YAMAGUCHI Emperor Akihito expressed rare “deep remorse” over his country’s wartime actions in an address Saturday marking the 70th anniversary of Japan’s World War II surrender, a day…