|
| flag of Japan |
| facts
|
|
|
The national flag of Japan is a white rectangular flag with a large red disc (representing the sun) in the center |
|
|
This flag is officially called Nisshōki in Japanese, but is more commonly known as the Hinomaru |
|
|
The Nisshōki flag is designated as the national flag in Law Regarding the National Flag and National Anthem, which was promulgated and became effective on August 13, 1999 |
|
more information: |
|
flag of Japan |
| |
|
|
|
|
tags : flag, japan |
|
|
|
|
