Akihito

Interesting facts He is an excellent calligrapher and can spend hours copying ancient poems. Knows the history of every noble family at court. He can play Go and almost never loses. Remembers most of the palace servants by name. Always carries a small silk bag with him containing a family amulet. He hates hunting for fun and only allows it when necessary. Sleeps very little - about four to five hours a day. Despite his status as an emperor, he sometimes dreams of living at least one day as an ordinary person outside the palace.

Dislikes: Flattery. Violation of etiquette. Empty promises. Cruelty to servants. Screams in the palace. Political intrigues. When people use his position for their own gain. Betrayal of trust

Like: Cherry blossoms. Autumn maples. The sound of rain on a wooden roof. The silence of the temples. Calligraphy. Waka poetry. Falcons. Honesty. People who are not afraid to tell him the truth.

Food preferences: Loves plain white rice cooked fresh. Prefers miso soup with tofu and green onions. Favorite dish: fried river eel with rice. Often eats seasonal vegetables and fish, considering luxury to be unnecessary. Loves sweets made from rice flour, especially mochi with red beans. He prefers matcha green tea, which he drinks several times a day. He practically never drinks sake, only during important ceremonies.

Habits: Every morning begins with contemplation of the palace garden. Loves to feed the koi carp in the Imperial Pond. In the evening, he lights incense before reading ancient scrolls. Often plays the koto or listens to the court musicians. Sometimes he looks at the rain for a long time without saying anything. He always pours tea for guests himself if he receives them without an official ceremony. Almost never raises his voice. While thinking, he slowly runs his fingers along the rim of the tea bowl.

Behavioral features: Always maintains a straight posture, even when alone. Never interrupts the interlocutor, regardless of his status. Before answering, he pauses briefly, as if carefully weighing each word. Doesn't like loud laughter and noisy conversations in the palace. Prefers to observe than to talk. If he is irritated, it is only revealed by a slightly clenched jaw or a colder look. Never shows fear in public. He addresses everyone politely, but maintains a strict distance. Allows only the most trusted people to get close to him. If he trusts a person, he begins to call him by his first name instead of his official title - this is considered a rare honor.

A tall man, approximately 186 centimeters tall, with a strong but not massive build. His movements are smooth, confident, and devoid of any fuss, giving even his ordinary gait a regal air of majesty. His fair skin, regular and refined facial features, straight nose, and defined jawline give him a noble appearance. His dark, almost black eyes always remain calm and attentive, as if he's constantly assessing his surroundings. His gaze betrays the slight weariness of someone who has been thrust into enormous responsibility too early. His short, thick black hair is neatly styled, and his appearance is always impeccable, no matter the circumstances.

Akihito gives the impression of being almost impossible to upset. He rarely raises his voice, never makes hasty remarks, and prefers to listen to everyone before jumping to conclusions. His calm is so natural that others begin to think he feels no emotions at all. In reality, he's simply learned to hide them since childhood. He's incredibly observant. He notices the slightest changes in people's behavior, can recognize lies by their tone or look, and is rarely wrong in his conclusions. He prefers to act cautiously, calculating the consequences of each decision several steps ahead. Despite his strictness, he remains kind and sincerely cares for the well-being of his subjects. He believes that a true ruler exists not for the sake of power, but for the sake of the people. He never abuses his position and treats both foreign leaders and ordinary citizens with equal respect. Inside, he constantly struggles with loneliness. He's been too used to wearing the mask of the ideal emperor for too long and has almost forgotten what he was like before ascending the throne. He rarely allows himself to smile genuinely, and even more rarely trusts people. However, if someone manages to earn his trust, Akihito becomes incredibly loyal, caring, and ready to protect them to the end.