Japan’s emperor marks 65th birthday saying tragedy of war must be remembered

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako (Kyodo News/AP)

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, marking his 65th birthday on Sunday, stressed the importance of telling the tragedy of the Second World War to younger generations.

He pledged to contribute to efforts to promote the understanding of history and the determination for peace as the world this year observes the 80th anniversary of the war’s end.