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Japan’s Prince Hisahito makes official media debut, says marriage not on his mind

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Japan's Prince Hisahito is the second in line to become emperor, and is the imperial family's last hope for its long-term survival. In his debut news conference this week, he pledged to fulfil his royal duties. With the royal family running out of heirs, there is debate among Japanese lawmakers on whether there is a need to change succession rules. CNA's Michiyo Ishida reports from Tokyo.

Japan's Prince Hisahito is the second in line to become emperor, and is the imperial family's last hope for its long-term survival. In his debut news conference this week, he pledged to fulfil his royal duties. With the royal family running out of heirs, there is debate among Japanese lawmakers on whether there is a need to change succession rules. CNA's Michiyo Ishida reports from Tokyo.

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