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Japan revises imperial succession law but retains ban on female emperors

Nationwide opinion polls in Japan have suggested broad public support for a female emperor, but some conservative political figures remain opposed to the idea.
July 17, 2026 by
Japan revises imperial succession law but retains ban on female emperors
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Nationwide opinion polls in Japan have suggested broad public support for a female emperor, but some conservative political figures remain opposed to the idea.

Read the full original article: http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/japan-revises-imperial-succession-law-but-retains-ban-on-female-emperors

Sources: euronews_world

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