Japan’s Prince Hisahito, the second in line to the throne, has held a debut news conference since he turned 18 last September.

Japan's Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne, expressed Monday his desire t

Japanese Prince Hisahito, who could well become emperor one day if the country's succession laws are not changed, told his first press conference on Monday that he would strive to fulfil his royal duties.

The nephew of Emperor Naruhito stars in his first press conference at 18. The deep sigh that escaped the generally conservative political class of Japan in September 2006 can still be heard echoing. That day marked a historic event without any exaggeration.

TOKYO >> Japanese Prince Hisahito, who could well become emperor one day if the country’s succession laws are not changed, told his first press conference on Monday that he would strive to fulfill his royal duties.