Japan
The Japanese Flag is a white banner whose center contains a red circle; this circle represents the sun. The Japanese flag is called Hinomaru, which means "circle of the sun." In English it is sometimes called the "rising sun."
This flag has been used for over a thousand years, and no one knows who designed it or when. It was officially adopted as the flag of Imperial Japan on January 27, 1870. |
Clothing
First go to History of Kimonos and learn about how the kimono established itself as a part of Japanese culture. Kimono Types and Designs gives detailed explanations of the kinds of fabric used for kimonos, how they are made, and how obi (sashes) are used. If you want to know at what times Japanese people today wear kimonos, go to Occasions for Wearing Kimonos, where you can read about what is worn when and how colors are coordinated. Finally, move on to Virtual Kimono to try a hand at putting together your own kimono outfit.
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