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Japan: Young Man Stripped Naked in Front of Emperor Greeting the Public

Published January 2, 2026, 20:06
Japan: Young Man Stripped Naked in Front of Emperor Greeting the Public

A young man, around 20 years old, stripped naked in front of the Emperor of Japan, Naruhito, and his family during New Year's greetings at the palace. The man, shouting, threw off his clothes and jumped over the security fence before being arrested by the imperial guard. He had announced his intentions on social networking sites. The imperial family does not have a political role, but remains an important symbol for the country.