Crown Prince Naruhito becomes Japan's new emperor

Japan's new Emperor Naruhito has formally marked his ascension to the Chrysanthemum throne, a day after his father became the first emperor to abdicate in two centuries.

Japan's new Emperor Naruhito, accompanied by new Empress Masako, makes his first address at Imperial Palace in Tokyo, May 1 2019. Source: Japan Pool via AP/AAP

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