Japan's prince hisahito turns 18

ever wonder what it's like to turn 18 as a royal let's dive into Prince hitto's big day Prince hisahito of Japan nephew of Emperor naruhito just celebrated his 18th birthday this is huge because he's the first male Royal in almost 40 years to reach adulthood as second in line to the throne following his dad Crown Prince fumito hitto's birthday isn't just a personal milestone it's a big deal for the future of Japan's royal family with only four men in the 17 member Imperial family hisahito coming of age reignites debates about the male only succession law this law dating back to 1947 bars female members like princess Aiko from ascending the throne even though many support changing it but despite these weighty discussions Prince hito is still a teenager at heart he loves Natural History especially insects and even co-authored a research paper on dragonflies his dedication to his studies and hobbies shows a thoughtful young man ready to embrace his future roles what a journey lies ahead for Japan's future emperor