TOKYO, Aug. 8,
Kyodoese Emperor Akihito will issue a rare video message to the public Monday afternoon to express his thoughts amid speculation he is considering abdicating.
The 82-year-old emperor is expected to convey his thoughts about his duties as the symbol of the state as stipulated by the Constitution in the video message to be broadcast at 3 p.m., according to the Imperial Household Agency.
Many Japanese were surprised recently by news reports that the emperor wishes to hand over the throne to Crown Prince Naruhito, 56, out of concern his advanced age could one day prevent him from fully carrying out his official duties.
Source: Kyodo
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