May 3, 2026 – Japan Constitution Memorial Day

Image of the Flag of Japan

Today, the flag of Japan flies in commemoration of the nation’s first post World War II constitution coming into effect on May 3, 1947.

Image of the Flag of Japan
Flag of Japan

Japan’s Act of National Flag and Anthem case into effect on August 13, 1999. Surprisingly, prior to this date, Japan had not been formally adopted the nation’s flag, which dates back to 1870.

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