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Japan’s Emperor Akihito prays for world peace in final New Year's speech
Jan. 2, 201901:08
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Japan’s Emperor Akihito prays for world peace in final New Year's speech

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The 85-year-old emperor plans to step down on April 30 and will be succeeded by his eldest son, Crown Prince Naruhito.Jan. 2, 2019

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