The niece of Emperor Naruhito, 29, arrived in Athens on Sunday, where she is currently undergoing an official visit to celebrate diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Princess Aiko, the 22-year-old daughter of Emperor Naruhito, faces a life wedded to public duty - but, as current laws stand, she ll never be able to take to the country s Chrysanthemum Throne.
Only a male can sit on the Chrysanthemum Throne, but with almost no boys being born and oppressive customs governing royal behaviour, the dynasty faces an uncertain future
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