That is why flying the flag at the Tokyo Olympics has caused an uproar demanding it is banned from the Games. Japan actually has two rising sun flags, one of them is the national emblem, ...

Taking advantage of the milder weather, Rising Sun Department of Public Works employees were seen recently changing or adding ...

Even Japan’s flag, with its bold red circle, represents the sun and its deep cultural connection to it. Let’s uncover more fun and lesser-known facts about this “Land of the Rising Sun.” ...

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - AUGUST 15: South Koreans hold Japanese rising sun flags during a rally to mark the 74th National Liberation Day in front of Japanese embassy on August 15, 2019 in Seoul ...

In agreeing to take down the banners, the South Koreans said they received a promise from the IOC that the displaying of the Japanese “rising sun” flag will be banned at stadiums and other ...