‘The design of the flag has been widely used in numerous scenes in the daily life of Japan for a long time, including celebrating childbirth and seasonal festivities.’ Photograph: Hannu Mononen/Alamy Stock Photo ‘The design of the flag has been widely used in numerous scenes in the daily life of Japan for a long time, including celebrating childbirth and seasonal festivities.’ Photograph: Hannu Mo
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