Prince Fumihito, the younger son of Emperor Akihito, has questioned whether the state should finance a Shinto-linked ritual to be held following next year's imperial succession, a remark that could stir controversy in Japan where the imperial family is supposed to be separated from the government."I wonder whether it is appropriate to cover the highly religious event with state funds," the prince said at a press conference held before his 53rd birthday Friday.Prince Fumihito will be promoted to first in line to the throne after the enthronement of his older brother Crown Prince Naruhito on …READ FULL ARTICLE
