Japanese WWII Rising Sun (Hinomaru) Flag
A Japanese national flag of the WWII era, constructed in a plain woven fabric believed to be cotton, with a red disc centered on a white field. The flag features corner ties for mounting or display, with piped edges along the borders.
During the Second World War, Hinomaru flags of this type were widely flown by Japanese military units, civilian organisations, and private individuals as a national emblem, distinct from the rayed Rising Sun naval and army ensign. Such flags were often presented to servicemen departing for duty, sometimes inscribed with well-wishes from family and community members, though this example as described bears no visible signature text. Plain national flags of this style were also displayed at public buildings, schools, and homes throughout Japan and its occupied territories as expressions of patriotism during the war years.
A Japanese national flag of the WWII era, constructed in a plain woven fabric believed to be cotton, with a red disc centered on a white field. The flag features corner ties for mounting or display, with piped edges along the borders.
During the Second World War, Hinomaru flags of this type were widely flown by Japanese military units, civilian organisations, and private individuals as a national emblem, distinct from the rayed Rising Sun naval and army ensign. Such flags were often presented to servicemen departing for duty, sometimes inscribed with well-wishes from family and community members, though this example as described bears no visible signature text. Plain national flags of this style were also displayed at public buildings, schools, and homes throughout Japan and its occupied territories as expressions of patriotism during the war years.
