"Rikkoshi no Rei" Schedule study based on the infection status of the new corona Chief Cabinet Secretary September 29, 12:48
Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato talked about socio-economic activities and the new coronavirus about "Rikkoshi no Rei", which widely informs both inside and outside of Japan that Akishinomiya has become the crown prince who has succeeded to the throne. He showed the idea of deciding a specific schedule based on the infection situation of.
"Rikkoshi no Rei" is a ceremony that widely informs both inside and outside of Japan that Akishinomiya has become the "crown prince" who has succeeded to the throne. Initially, it was scheduled to be held in April, but the government Has decided to postpone a series of ceremonies due to the spread of the new coronavirus.
Regarding this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, "We will hold a ceremony committee again to consider the implementation time, taking into account the socio-economic activity level and the infection situation."
In addition, regarding issues such as ensuring stable succession to the throne and reducing the number of royal families, "It is an extremely important issue related to the basics of the nation, and there are various ideas and opinions, so it is sufficient to reach the consensus of the people. I would like to continue working with the recognition that analysis / examination and careful procedures are necessary. "