Article 7
The Emperor, with the advice and approval of the Cabinet, shall perform the
following acts in matters of state on behalf of the people:
• Promulgation of amendments of the constitution, laws, cabinet orders and
treaties.
• Convocation of the Diet.
• Dissolution of the House of Representatives. • Dismissal of the legislature
• Proclamation of general election of members of the Diet.
• Attestation of the appointment and dismissal of Ministers of State and
other officials as provided for by law, and of full powers and credentials of
Ambassadors and Ministers.
• Attestation of general and special amnesty, commutation of punishment,
reprieve, and restoration of rights.
• Awarding of honors.
• Attestation of instruments of ratification and other diplomatic documents
as provided for by law.
• Receiving foreign ambassadors and ministers.
• Performance of ceremonial functions.