Japan

naval ensign

Japan
2:3

Dated Events

  • in use since January 1, 1889
  • readopted January 1, 1954

Vexilliger Type

  • sovereign state in Eastern Asia

Names

  • eng Japan official name
  • jpn 日本 official name

Shape

2:3
  • quadrilateral → rectangular → elongated

Division

  • radial
  • number of areas 12 areas or more
  • additional area no additional area
  • division lines straight

Colors

  • R
    base red
  • W
    white

Elements

  • sun with rays (circle)