Japan’s parliament just passed a landmark bill reshaping the imperial family’s future — allowing male heirs from 11 dissolved branches to rejoin the royal fold and letting female royals keep their status even if they marry non-royals. This means Princess Mako’s 2021 exit from the royal line wouldn’t be required for future generations. Yet, the crown still can’t go to a woman — Princess Aiko remains barred from succession, with the throne passing through Emperor Naruhito’s brother and grandson. Despite this, public opinion is shifting, with most Japanese now open to a female emperor — a stark contrast to many European monarchies still clinging to male-only succession. The debate is far from over.
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