Emperor Hirohito of Japan reviews the parade (1926-1927)

Emperor Hirohito's car, accompanied by a motorcycle escort, passes through the street.

Officials standing behind a barrier bow to the passing emperor.

Hirohito ascends the dais.

Standing on the dais, Hirohito places his hand on his headdress.

Hirohito's subjects bow to the emperor.

Troops march in parade formation before the emperor, and Hirohito salutes the passing units.

Civil servants in tailcoats march in formation, followed by an infantry unit.

Hirohito stands on the dais during the parade.

The soldiers carry banners bearing the symbol of the Rising Sun.