Japan Debates Changing Male-Only Succession Law

Princess Aiko is the only child of Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako.

She is very popular and many people want her to become the next emperor.

However, Japan's laws only allow men to be emperors.

This means Aiko cannot become emperor, even though she is very well-liked and good at her official duties.

Some people think the laws should be changed to allow women to be emperors, but others disagree.

The monarchy is getting smaller and older, and there are not many male heirs left.

This makes the debate about changing the laws even more important.

Princess Aiko has been doing official duties and working with the Red Cross Society.

She also enjoys playing sports like volleyball, tennis, and badminton.

The United Nations has said Japan should allow female emperors, but Japan has said no.

The future of the monarchy depends on whether the laws change or not.