1952 Press Photo Crowds wait to see Crown Prince Akihito pass in Royal carriage

Investiture Ceremony Brings Imperial Carriage: Imperial Japanese carriage and attendants cross a bridge leading to Imperial Palace as crowds (background) wait in plaza for a look at Crown Prince Akihito. The 18-year-old prince was proclaimed heir apparent to throne of Japan in formal ceremony in Tokyo Monday. It is one of last important thrones in world. Filed November 13, 1952. Royal Family.

Photo is dated 1952.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.