

A historic moment in Japanese history. In 1990, Emperor Akihito became the first emperor to have their enthronement televised.

Akihito
Self (Emperor of Japan)
Lead
Michiko
Self (Empress of Japan)

Naruhito
Self (Crown Prince of Japan)

Crown Prince Akishino
Self (Prince Akishino)

Crown Princess Akishino
Self (Princess Akishino)

Prince Hitatchi
Self (Masahito, The Prince Hitatchi)

Princess Hitatchi
Self (Hanako, Princess Hitatchi)

Prince Takamado
Self (Norihito, Prince Takamado)
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. the director's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Enthronement Ceremony - November 12, 1990 is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”