Akihito
- January 10, 2024
- Emperor
Quick Facts
Akihito Biography
Name | Akihito |
Birthday | Dec 23 |
Birth Year | 1933 |
Place Of Birth | Tokyo |
Birth Country | Japan |
Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Parents | Hirohito, Empress Kōjun |
Siblings | Masahito, Prince Hitachi, Kazuko Takatsukasa, MORE |
Spouse | Michiko |
Children(s) | Naruhito, Fumihito, Prince Akishino, Sayako Kuroda |
Akihito is one of the most popular and richest Emperor who was born on December 23, 1933 in Tokyo, Japan. His Imperial Majesty who was crowned the 125th Emperor of Japan in 1989. His reign is referred to as the era of “Heisei.”
He succeeded his father Hirohito as Emperor of Japan in 1989.
He got married to Michiko Shoda on April 10, 1959; he has three children: Crown Prince Narhutio, Prince Akishino and Princess Nori.
Akihito Net Worth
Net Worth | $40 Million |
Source Of Income | Emperor |
House | Living in own house. |
Akihito is one of the richest Emperor from Japan. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Akihito 's net worth $40 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He learned English and Western culture while Japan was occupied following World War II and briefly studied at the Department of Political Science at Gakushuin University in Tokyo.
He made one of his most notable televised appearances after Japan’s tragic 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Height | 5 ft 5 in |
Akihito height 5 ft 5 in Akihito weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Akihito Dating?
According to our records, Akihito married to Michiko. As of December 1, 2023, Akihito’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Akihito Ranked on the list of most popular Emperor. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Japan. Akihito celebrates birthday on December 23 of every year.
Top Facts about Akihito
- Akihito was the 125th Emperor of Japan.
- He ascended to the throne in 1989.
- Akihito is the first Japanese emperor to abdicate in over 200 years.
- His reign is known as the Heisei era.
- Akihito and his wife Michiko have three children.
- He has been a strong advocate for peace and reconciliation.
- The Emperor’s birthday is a national holiday in Japan.
- During his reign, Japan experienced economic growth and natural disasters.
- Akihito visited many countries during his reign, promoting international relations.
- His abdication ceremony took place on April 30, 2019, marking the end of the Heisei era.
What happened to Akihito?
Akihito abdicated in 2019 , citing his advanced age and declining health, and assumed the title Emperor Emeritus (Daijō Tennō). He was succeeded by his elder son, Naruhito.
Who is the next emperor of Japan?
Naruhito 徳仁
Naruhito in August 2019
Emperor of Japan
Reign| 1 May 2019 – present
Enthronement| 22 October 2019
Was Akihito a good emperor?
However, Emperor Akihito and his wife Michiko provided a source of consistency and reliability for Japanese society during these uncertain times. They consoled victims of natural disasters, provided a humanitarian example, and became a symbol of Japan’s moral conscience by retaining the memory of World War II.
Who succeeded Emperor Hirohito?
Richard M. Nixon , the first time a Japanese emperor and a U.S. president had met. Upon his death in 1989, Hirohito was succeeded as emperor by Akihito.
Does mitsuki like Akihito?
Akihito Kanbara However she does care for Akihito as friend and shows concern for his well being, when he is hurt or injured even to the point of coming to tears. Frequently in the series, Mitsuki gives Akihito rational advice for various problems.