| On December 23, 84th birthday celebrations of Emperor Akihito of Japan continued with various events throughout the day. A reception and a tea party were held at the Imperial Palace in the afternoon. Accredited ambassadors in Tokyo and Japanese politicians who attended the reception congratulated 84th birthday of Emperor Akihito. A banquet was held for Imperial family members in the evening. Imperial Household Agency released new photos on the occasion of 84th birthday of the Emperor. |