There was excitement in Tokyo last weekend. Prince Hisahito, the son of Crown Prince Akishino, had his special coming-of-age ceremony on Saturday. On his way to the ceremony, he waved to the people along the street from the car. They were waving Japanese flags and shouting, “Banzai!” Prince Hisahito is the first prince in 40 years to have this ceremony. At the main ceremony, he wore a long yellow robe. After he greeted the Emperor and other members of the royal family, a special black hat given to him by the Emperor was put on his head. Now Prince Hisahito is an adult.   (103 words)

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