Akihito Trailers

Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed TrailerWhite House Revealed TrailerEnthronement Ceremony - November 12, 1990 Trailer

Akihito (born 23 December 1933) is a member of the Imperial House of Japan who reigned as the 125th Emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession, from 7 January 1989 until his abdication on 30 April 2019, Heisei era. He succeeded to the Chrysanthemum Throne upon the death of his father, Emperor Showa (Hirohito). Upon abdication due to his age and declining health, he became emperor emeritus. He was succeeded by his eldest son, Naruhito.

Most Popular Akihito Trailers

Total trailers found: 5

Death of Emperor Showa Trailer (1989)

24 February 1989

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

White House Revealed Trailer (2009)

16 February 2009

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.

Kōtaishi go fusai no Ajia ryokō Trailer (1962)

01 April 1962

1962 Japanese documentary

Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed Trailer (2021)

21 July 2021

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 the Japanese people to indulge in greater introspection in order to build a united, peaceful and enlightened Japan.

Enthronement Ceremony - November 12, 1990 Trailer (1990)

12 November 1990

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