Japan’s Prince Hisahito has spoken about his official duties at his debut news conference after reaching adulthood last year.

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.

The prince, who is second in line to the throne, underlined the importance of thinking of the people as a member of the imperial family.

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.

Japan's Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne, expressed on Monday his desire to approac

Prince Hisahito of Japan, the potential future emperor, expressed his commitment to royal duties at his first press conference. The 18-year-old plans to study biology, while also voicing concerns over climate change.

Japan's Prince Hisahito will hold his first news conference next month as he has become 18, the age of majority.

Japan’s Prince Hisahito, the second in line to the throne, held a debut news conference on Monday, telling reporters he would try to balance official duties and his university studies and research about the dragonfly.