Emperor turns 79; reassures well-wishers he is in good health

National Dec. 23, 2012 - 04:00PM JST ( 6 )

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semperfiDec. 23, 2012 - 05:04PM JST

Congratulations to the Emperor ! . . . . . . Emperor Akihito , with Michiko, his wife, have represented Japan with great dignity and grace these last 23 years . . . . .and I wish him all the best .
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luvjptiw2Dec. 23, 2012 - 06:27PM JST

my grandfather who was the navy survived from the war. when Emperor Showa appeared on TV, he always stood up and saluted for the Emperor.
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kimuzukashiiiiiDec. 23, 2012 - 07:21PM JST

I do like the Japanese emperor a lot.

He seems to be the only one in charge around here who seems to have his head screwed on.
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SerranoDec. 23, 2012 - 10:40PM JST

"the bitter cold ( in Tokyo )"

ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha It was almost balmy in Tokyo today.

I wish the emperor and everyone else who hasn't done anything bad well.
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The passageDec. 23, 2012 - 11:43PM JST

A very happy birthday. Just 79, so a mere whippersnapper in Japanese longevity terms! All the very best!
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detlef langerDec. 24, 2012 - 01:26AM JST

Congratulations to my Emperor-in-law! I wish him all the very best! May he live long in good health!