Movies: Akihito

In this eye-opening documentary about the inner workings of the White House, the most famous residence in America opens its doors for a behind-the-scenes tour and a meet-and-greet with the staff who keep it running in tip-top shape. Highlights includ...

In 1989, Emperor Shōwa passed away. The procession was televised, and between 800,000 and 2 million people watched it in person....

Installed at the heart of Japanese society when the country was in a state of collapse after World War II, and then launched on a frantic course to achieve modernity, over a period of 60 years, Michiko followed an unexpected path: that of encouraging...

1962 Japanese documentary...

A historic moment in Japanese history. In 1990, Emperor Akihito became the first emperor to have their enthronement televised....