U1F3F4

U1F3F4 is the Unicode character for the Japanese flag, also known as Nisshōki (日章旗) or Hinomaru (日の丸). It depicts a red disc, representing the sun, on a white rectangular background. The red disc is positioned slightly off-center towards the hoist. The proportions of the flag are typically 2:3, with the disc's diameter being three-fifths of the flag's height. The Japanese flag has a long history, with its origins tracing back to the Kamakura period. However, it was officially adopted as the national flag in 1999. It is a symbol of Japan and its people, and is flown on various occasions, including national holidays and sporting events. The design is simple yet iconic, and is recognized worldwide. The Unicode encoding U1F3F4 allows for the digital representation of this significant national symbol.