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Emperor calls for efforts toward 'real peace'.
Nov. 12 Kyodo Emperor Akihito called on the Japanese people to contribute to world peace, at a ceremony Friday marking the 10th anniversary of his accession to the throne. Prior to the emperor's speech, Obuchi offered his congratulations to Emperor Akihito and expressed appreciation for his activities over the last decade. We are extremely grateful and offer our heartfelt gratitude. They have also visited areas hit by natural disasters to offer encouragement to the victims. The premier vowed to work toward making Japan and the world a better place.