Hinomaru (circle of the sun); Nisshōki (flag of sun)
Japan (Nippon or Nihon) is an island country in East Asia, situated in the Pacific Ocean. Its official language is Japanese. Its capital and largest city is Tokyo.
The Japanese flag is commonly known as Hinomaru (circle of the sun); Officially it is called Nisshōki (flag of sun). The simple design of a central red disc over a white background was adopted in February 1870 and was officially recognized in August 1999.
| Capital City | Area (World Ranking) | 2023 Population (World Ranking) | Currency | Flag Ratio (Decimal) | Adopted |
| Tokyo | 377,975 km² / 145,937 mi² (62nd) | 124,840,000 (11th) | Japanese yen | 2:3 (1.5) | 1870 |
National Anthem of Japan: 君が代 Kimigayo “His Imperial Majesty’s Reign”
