Royals across the globe come together for special ceremony
Royals all over the world came together for the historic Enthronement Ceremony of Emperor Naruhito of Japan in Tokyo at the beautiful Imperial Place.
Kings, Queens, Princes and Princesses from across the globe travelled to Tokyo, including Australian-born Crown Princess of Denmark, Princess Mary.
Royals and world leaders all across europe, Asia and the Middle East came to watch the traditional ceremony.
The emperor, 59, officially began his reign in May after his father, the then-Emperor Akihito resigned.
After months of traditional rituals, his ascension has officially been formalised.
The ceremony was largely conducted in silence and was held in the presence of an ancient swords and jewels which are sacred treasures which act as symbols of imperial power.
The enthronement is an incredibly big deal especially since it is first time it has taken place since 1990 when the then-emperor Akihito ascended the throne.
Small crowds turned out on Tuesday morning outside the palace despite a heavy rainfall.
"Today is an important day for the new emperor and the empress," 78-year-old Shuichi Hachinuma, told news agency AFP.
"I feel the emperor is closer to us, compared to in the past... I want him to send a message of peace."
Scroll through the gallery above to see all the royals together.