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Japan's New Emperor Enthroned in Ancient Ritual

Japan's Emperor Naruhito formally proclaims his ascension to the throne.

Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako were unveiled on their respective thrones in an elaborate ceremony held in the Japanese capital Tokyo.

After the emperor read out a formal proclamation, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe delivered a congratulatory address, ending with shouts of "Banzai, banzai!", which means "long live the emperor".

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