# Naruhito - Emperor

URL: https://history-japan.com/rulers/naruhito
Reign: 2019 – present
Dynasty: Imperial House of Japan
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naruhito

Naruhito acceded on 1 May 2019. As emperor under the postwar Constitution, he performs symbolic and ceremonial functions rather than directing government.

## Succession
- Preceded by: [Abe Shinzo](https://history-japan.com/rulers/abe-shinzo-2012)
- Succeeded by: [Reiwa period](https://history-japan.com/rulers/reiwa-period)

## Timeline events during this reign
- 2019 - [Naruhito accedes to the throne](https://history-japan.com/timeline/2019-naruhito-accedes-to-the-throne)