Japan in celebratory mood over start of new imperial era

Throngs of jubilant Japanese people are planning to attend events across the country Wednesday to mark the start of the new imperial era, Reiwa, with the ascent of Crown Prince Naruhito to the throne.As the new era begins at midnight Tuesday, countdown events, fireworks, and other festivities have been scheduled to aid the country's celebratory mood, while security was tightened around the Imperial Palace and other major spots.See the latest version of this storyJapan in celebratory mood at start of new imperial eraIn the middle of an unprecedented 10-day Golden Week holiday for the imperia…READ FULL ARTICLE