Japan's New Emperor Ascends to Throne Officially next Tuesday

The Japanese government has decided to invite a thousand guests to attend the  ritual ceremony of enthronement of the new emperor held on Tuesday.

It is worth to mention that Emperor Naruhito has  succeeded  his father  to the throne since May 1. His Father, Akihito abdicated the throne due to his advanced age.

Japan's new Emperor will formally proclaim his ascension to the throne next week in a ritual-bound ceremony, but the after-effects of deadly typhoon will cast a shadow over proceedings.  He will dress brown gold outfit as traditions rule when a new emperor ascends to the throne in Japan.

But the transition will not be complete until his new role is officially proclaimed on Tuesday, in a series of events expected to be attended by foreign dignitaries from nearly 200 countries.

The event would take place just over a week after Typhoon Hagibis slammed into Japan, killing nearly 80 people and leaving a trail of destruction.

While people are still searching for missing loved ones and living in shelters, the government has opted to postpone a key part of the ceremony -- an open-top car parade that had been intended to introduce the royal pair to the public.

Empress Masako, a Harvard-educated former diplomat, will wear an elaborate outfit known as "junihitoe" or many-layered robe, and be alongside the emperor on a slightly smaller throne.

Her silk robes will be so heavy it will be difficult for her to move, and attendants will trail her adjusting her outfit.

The ceremony would be conducted in the presence of an ancient sword and jewel -- part of the imperial regalia said to have been handed down by a goddess and considered crucial evidence of an emperor's legitimacy.

Shinzo Abe, Japan's PM, will also host a banquet for 900 foreign leaders and delegates at a Tokyo hotel.

The foreign visitors will range from royalty including Britain's Prince Charles, to government officials including South Korean Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon.

As part of the festivities, hundreds of thousands of people convicted of minor offences will be pardoned.

Oxford-educated Naruhito faces a delicate balancing act as emperor, seeking to continue his father's legacy of bringing the monarchy closer to the people, while upholding the centuries-old traditions of the Chrysanthemum Throne.

With Naruhito's ascension, his brother Akishino became crown prince. Akishino's son -- 13-year-old Hisahito -- is currently the only other remaining successor.