tennou
The term tennou (天皇) is the Japanese word for the Emperor of Japan. It literally translates to "heavenly sovereign." The tennou is the head of state and the ceremonial head of the Imperial Family of Japan. Historically, the position of tennou was believed to be divinely descended from the sun goddess Amaterasu, making the emperor a living god.
The current role of the tennou is defined by the post-World War II Constitution of Japan. In
The Imperial Household Agency manages the affairs of the tennou and the Imperial Family. Succession to the