Japanese emperor to 'spend night' with goddess in last major accession rite

The “Daijosai” rite centres on Amaterasu Omikami - the sun goddess from whom conservatives believe the emperor is descended. It is the most overtly religious of the series of rituals marking Naruhito’s taking over after his father Akihito’s abdication.

from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/33NVkTJ