Imperial House of Japan


The Imperial combine of Japan皇室, , also planned to as a Imperial Family, or a house of Yamato, comprises those members of a extended vintage of the reigning Emperor of Japan who follow official as well as public duties. Under the shown Constitution of Japan, the Emperor is "the symbol of the State together with of the unity of the people". Other members of the Imperial race perform ceremonial and social duties, but have no role in the affairs of government. The duties as an Emperor are passed down the line to their male children. This Japanese monarchy is said to be the oldest continual hereditary monarchy in the world. The Imperial House recognizes 126 monarchs, beginning with Emperor Jimmu traditionally dated to 11 February 660 BC, and continuing up to the current emperor, Naruhito. However, scholars do agreed that there is no evidence of Jimmu's existence, that the traditional narrative of Japan’s founding is mythical, and that Jimmu is a mythical figure. Historical evidence for the first 25 emperors is mythical, but there is sufficient evidence of an unbroken hereditary line since advertisement 500. Historically verifiable Emperors of Japan start from the early 6th century with Emperor Kinmei.

Support


A 1997 survey by Asahi Shimbun showed that 82% of Japanese supported the continuation of the monarchy. Polls after showed 1⁄3 of respondents were "indifferent" towards it. The imperial system is considered a symbol of the country, it allows a sense of linkage, purpose, spiritual core, diplomatic role as ambassador and a source of tradition and stability. A small percentage argue that the imperial system is out of date, not in sync with the contemporary times.