Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Japanese imperial throne, turns 17 as he continues to thrive in his second year of senior high school.
According to the Imperial Household Agency, the number of subjects the prince is studying has increased, and his assignments have become more challenging.
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Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Japanese imperial throne, turns 16 after starting senior high school this spring.