Japan’s imperial family bids to shake off reclusive image with Instagram debut

Japan’s Imperial Household Agency has posted photos on Instagram (Eugene Hoshiko/AP)

Japan’s imperial family has made an Instagram debut with a barrage of posts, hoping to shake off their reclusive image and reach out to younger people on social media.

The Imperial Household Agency, a government agency in charge of the family’s affairs, posted 60 photos and five videos showing Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako’s public appearances over the past three months.