Prince Hisahito of Japan turned 20 on Sunday, drawing increased public and media attention as a future monarch. His milestone birthday coincides with the Japanese government's recent, unpopular revision of the Imperial House Law.
The legislative change strictly reinforces male-only succession rules within the imperial family. Prince Hisahito is the nephew of reigning Emperor Naruhito, placing him in a central position regarding the future of the Chrysanthemum Throne under the current legal framework.
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