Japan's Parliament has revised its imperial succession laws to help ensure the continuity of the royal line. However, the revisions still prohibit women from ascending to the throne. Currently, Princess Aiko, the daughter of Crown Prince Fumihito, would be next in line if gender were not a factor.
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Japan updates imperial succession laws, retains male-only succession
Japan's Parliament has revised its imperial succession laws to strengthen the royal line, yet continues to exclude women from the throne. Princess Aiko remains a potential heir if gender were not a consideration.
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Japan revises imperial succession rules, but still excludes women
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Japan updates imperial succession laws, retains male-only succession