I read the same info, and I see that HIH the Crown Prince is able to carry his official duties on. The Crown Prince does his job well.
Inspite your disapproval, Mariko, it is the Crown Prince who will be the next Emperor of Japan. Whatever you will write to express your personal view of the future of Japanese Imperial Family.
I believe this kind of allegations made by you are some kind of black PR against the CP family, aren't they? Please, no more, Mariko.
But isn't it true that conservative elements in Japanese society believe the Crown Prince should step aside?
And that this sentiment is growing?
(I know very little about these policies, and have nothing against the Crown Prince, but this is what I have read). Apparently others agree with Mariko.