On April 30, 2019, for the first time since 1817, the Japanese Emperor, Emperor Akihito abdicated and brought the end of Heisei Era.
On the next day, May 1, his son, Naruhito ascended to the Chrysanthemum Throne, became Emperor Naruhito, and the Reiwa Era started with celebrations all over Japan.
Surrounding the enthronement will be a large festival starting on November 9 featuring the biggest Male idol group from the Heisei era, Arashi.