Flag of Japan - stock photo

The flag of Japan, commonly known as the "Nisshōki" or "Hinomaru," consists of a white rectangular background with a red circular symbol at the center. The red circle represents the sun and is called the "Hinomaru" (circle of the sun), symbolizing brightness, sincerity, and expansiveness. The flag represents Japan's nickname, "Land of the Rising Sun," signifying a new beginning and a source of hope. The simplicity and boldness of the design embody purity and integrity.