Japanese Emperor Naruhito is scheduled to journey to the United Kingdom for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
The Imperial Household Agency said that Naruhito and his spouse, Empress Masako, had been observing a solemn three days of mourning for Elizabeth.
Naruhito and Masako each attended Oxford University in England, the place they met.
Both communicate fluent English, and Naruhito met with Queen Elizabeth II a number of occasions as crown prince.
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Kyodo – Sep 10
A U.N. panel coping with the rights of individuals with disabilities urged Japan on Friday to finish particular training that segregates kids with disabilities from these with out, as a part of its suggestions for the nation over its insurance policies for the disabled.

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Kyodo – Sep 09
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Half of Japan governing lawmakers tied to Unification Church
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