One Image of Japan’s Royals Tells a Story of Demographic Crisis Emperor Naruhito’s ascension ceremony offered striking visual evidence of the imperial family’s looming existential crisis: It has precious few heirs left. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Sierra Leone Declares National Emergency Over Rape of Young GirlsBruce McArthur, Toronto Killer of 8, Gets Life in Case That Terrorized Gay MenBrazil Soccer Club President: Deadly Fire Is Our ‘Worst Tragedy’ in YearsThe Saturday Profile: ‘Shoplifters’ Director Pierces Japan’s Darker SideA Desperate Exodus From ISIS’ Final VillageAt War: When All of My Friends Were Still Alive