Japan names new era "Reiwa"

Candies with the two kanji characters of Japan's new era name, "Reiwa," are put up on sale at a Papabubble shop in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on April 1, 2019, shortly after the announcement of the era name. The new era will begin May 1 when Crown Prince Naruhito ascends the throne, succeeding his father Emperor Akihito. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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