Akihito is the reigning Emperor of Japan (??, tenn??), the 125th Emperor of his line according to Japan's traditional order of succession. He acceded to the Chrysanthemum Throne on 7 January 1989.
AliasesTenn? Heika; His Imperial Majesty the Emperor
BornDecember 23, 1933
CountryJapan
AwardsGrand Cross Of The Legion Of Honour; Knight Of The Order Of The Golden Fleece; Knight Grand Cross Of The Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic; Knight Grand Cross Of The Royal Victorian Order; Order Of The White Eagle; Order Of The Crown Of The Realm; Order Of St. Olav