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Imperial Seal Of Japan
The Imperial Seal of Japan or National Seal of Japan, also called the , or , is the ''Mon (emblem), mon'' used by the Emperor of Japan and members of the Imperial House of Japan, Imperial Family. It is one of the national seals of Japan and is used in a manner similar to a national coat of arms of Japan, e.g., on Japanese passports. The Government of Japan, Japanese government uses a different emblem, the Government Seal of Japan, Paulownia seal. History During the Meiji period (1868–1912), no one was permitted to use the Imperial Seal except the Emperor of Japan, who used a 16-petalled chrysanthemum with sixteen tips of another row of petals showing behind the first row. Therefore, each member of the Imperial family used a slightly modified version of the seal. Shinto shrines either displayed the imperial seal or incorporated elements of the seal into their own tag. Earlier in Japanese history, when Emperor Go-Daigo, who tried to break the power of the shogunate in 1333, w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naruhito
Naruhito (born 23 February 1960) is Emperor of Japan. He acceded to the Chrysanthemum Throne following 2019 Japanese imperial transition, the abdication of his father, Akihito, on 1 May 2019, beginning the Reiwa era. He is the 126th monarch, according to List of emperors of Japan, the traditional order of succession. Naruhito is the elder son of Daijō Tennō, Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Michiko, Empress Emerita Michiko. He was born during the reign of his paternal grandfather, Hirohito, and became the heir apparent following his father's accession in 1989. He was formally invested as Crown Prince of Japan in 1991. He attended Gakushūin schools in Tokyo and later studied history at Gakushuin University and English at Merton College, Oxford. In June 1993, he married the diplomat Empress Masako, Owada Masako. They have one daughter: Aiko, Princess Toshi. Continuing his grandfather's and father's boycott over the Controversies surrounding Yasukuni Shrine, enshrinement ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Japanese Flags
This is a list of Japanese flags, past and present. Historically, each ''daimyō'' had his own flag. ''(See sashimono and uma-jirushi.)'' National flags Imperial flags Governmental flags Military flags Self-Defense Force and Imperial Army/Navy Japan Coast Guard Historical flags Daimyō Flags Flags attributed to Japanese Daimyo in the Kaei period (1848-54). File:Flag of the Arima Lords of Kurume in Chikugo Province (A).svg, Arima clan of Kurume Domain (A) File:Flag of the Arima Lords of Kurume in Chikugo Province (B).svg, Arima clan of Kurume Domain (B) File:Flag of the Arima Lords of Kurume in Chikugo Province (C).svg, Arima clan of Kurume Domain (C) File:Flag of the Asano Lords of Hiroshima in Aki Province (A).svg, Asano clan of Hiroshima Domain (A) File:Flag of the Asano Lords of Hiroshima in Aki Province (B).svg, Asano clan of Hiroshima Domain (B) File:Flag of the Asano Lords of Hiroshima in Aki Province (C).svg, Asano clan of Hiroshima Domain (C) File:Flag of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Empire Of Japan
The Empire of Japan, also known as the Japanese Empire or Imperial Japan, was the Japanese nation state that existed from the Meiji Restoration on January 3, 1868, until the Constitution of Japan took effect on May 3, 1947. From Japan–Korea Treaty of 1910, 1910 to Japanese Instrument of Surrender, 1945, it included the Japanese archipelago, the Kuril Islands, Kurils, Karafuto Prefecture, Karafuto, Korea under Japanese rule, Korea, and Taiwan under Japanese rule, Taiwan. The South Seas Mandate and Foreign concessions in China#List of concessions, concessions such as the Kwantung Leased Territory were ''de jure'' not internal parts of the empire but dependent territories. In the closing stages of World War II, with Japan defeated alongside the rest of the Axis powers, the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, formalized surrender was issued on September 2, 1945, in compliance with the Potsdam Declaration of the Allies of World War II, Allies, and the empire's territory subsequent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Symbols Of Japan
National symbols of Japan are the symbols that are used in Japan to represent what is unique about the nation, reflecting different aspects of its cultural life and history. Symbols of Japan References External links Japan symbols and flag and national anthem {{Asia topic, National symbols of National symbols of Japan, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Seals
National may refer to: Common uses * Nation or country ** Nationality – a ''national'' is a person who is subject to a nation, regardless of whether the person has full rights as a citizen Places in the United States * National, Maryland, census-designated place * National, Nevada, ghost town * National, Utah, ghost town * National, West Virginia, unincorporated community Commerce * National (brand), a brand name of electronic goods from Panasonic * National Benzole (or simply known as National), former petrol station chain in the UK, merged with BP * National Book Store, a bookstore and office supplies chain in the Philippines * National Car Rental, an American rental car company * National Energy Systems, a former name of Eco Marine Power * National Entertainment Commission, a former name of the Media Rating Council * National Motor Vehicle Company, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA 1900–1924 * National Radio Company, Malden, Massachusetts, USA 1914–1991 * National Supermar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Japanese Monarchy
The emperor of Japan is the hereditary monarch and head of state of Japan. The emperor is defined by the Constitution of Japan as the symbol of the Japanese state and the unity of the Japanese people, his position deriving from "the will of the people with whom resides sovereign power". The Imperial Household Law governs the line of imperial succession. Pursuant to his constitutional role as a national symbol, and in accordance with rulings by the Supreme Court of Japan, the emperor is personally immune from prosecution. By virtue of his position as the head of the Imperial House, the emperor is also recognized as the head of the Shinto religion, which holds him to be the direct descendant of the sun goddess Amaterasu. According to tradition, the office of emperor was created in the 7th century BC, but the first historically verifiable emperors appear around the 5th or 6th centuries AD. The role of the emperor of Japan has historically alternated between a largely ceremo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Imperial Seal Of Manchukuo
The Imperial Seal of the Emperor of Manchukuo () had a design of orchid ('' Cymbidium goeringii'') flower, with five ''sorghum'' branches in between the five orchid petals. It was entirely yellow. The design was based on ''Cymbidium goeringii'', the favorite flower of the Emperor of Manchukuo. ''Sorghum'' was the staple food of Manchukuo and was added as a part of the design. The imperial seal was adopted on 25 April 1934. . It also appeared on the Emperor of Manchukuo's personal standard. Gallery [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Imperial Seal Of Korea
The Imperial Seal of Korea or ''Ihwamun'' () was one of the symbols of the Korean Empire. It was originally the emblem of the royal family and was subsequently used for the coat of arms of the short-lived empire. The symbol features a plum blossom (), also known as ''Maehwa'', which signals the beginning of spring in Korea. Plum blossom was taken to symbolize courage in the face of hardship, especially in something so physically delicate, and has been long admired by the Korean and Chinese literature. As the Plum tree blossoms between two seasons, it is also seen as a symbol of spring - bringing warmth, transition and the promise of fruitfulness. Since ancient times, plum blossom has been filled with meaning and mystery. Plum blossoms bloom at the end of the winter, and because of this, they are called the herald of spring. They also symbolize perseverance because of how they can possibly bloom during the cold winter. Since they are considered the first flower of the year, they a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chrysanthemum Throne
The is the throne of the Emperor of Japan. The term also can refer to very specific seating, such as the throne in the Shishin-den at Kyoto Imperial Palace. Various other thrones or seats that are used by the Emperor during official functions, such as those used in the Tokyo Imperial Palace or the throne used in the Speech from the Throne#Other countries, Speech from the Throne ceremony in the National Diet, are, however, not known as the "Chrysanthemum Throne". "Chrysanthemum Throne" is also a metonym for the head of state and the institution of the Imperial House of Japan, Japanese monarchy itself. History In much the same sense as the British The Crown, Crown, the Chrysanthemum Throne is an abstract metonymic concept that represents the monarch and the legal authority for the existence of the government. Unlike its British counterpart, the concepts of Japanese monarchy evolved differently before 1947 when there was, for example, no perceived separation of the property o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Seals Of Japan
The national seals of Japan comprise the following emblems used for the purpose of authentication by the Emperor and government of Japan: * The Government Seal of Japan (also called the ''Paulownia Seal'') * The Imperial Seal of Japan (also called the ''Chrysanthemum Seal'') * The Privy Seal of Japan * The State Seal of Japan (also called the ''Great Seal of Japan'') Gallery File:内閣印.png, Cabinet Seal File:Goshichi-kiri.gif, Government Seal Imperial Seal of Japan.svg, Imperial Seal Image:Gyoji.svg, Privy Seal File:Gyomei kokuji.svg, State Seal See also * Mon (emblem) * Flags of Japan * Imperial Regalia of Japan * Chrysanthemum Throne * Japanese honors system External links Emperor Showa signing documents and using the State and Privy Seal of JapanJapan Crest free material hakkodaiodo��Detailed commentary on Japanese ''kamon'' and a list of images. Free material is eps format. {{Empire of Japan Japanese monarchy National symbols of Japan Japan Japa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heraldischer Atlas
''Heraldischer Atlas; eine Sammlung von heraldischen Musterblättern für Künstler, Gewerbetreibende, sowie für Freunde der Wappenkunde'' was a book on heraldry by Austrian heraldist and heraldic artist Hugo Gerard Ströhl, published in Stuttgart in 1899. As the title says, it was intended as a model book for how coats of arms should be drawn. This large volume is still considered a standard work in German heraldic literature. The English book '' The Art of Heraldry: An Encyclopædia of Armory'' (1904) by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies incorporates its plates and much of its text translated to English. The book is now in the public domain and free to copy; since its creator died in 1919, copyright A copyright is a type of intellectual property that gives its owner the exclusive legal right to copy, distribute, adapt, display, and perform a creative work, usually for a limited time. The creative work may be in a literary, artistic, ... expired in 1989. Reprints * Herald ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Order Of The Garter
The Most Noble Order of the Garter is an order of chivalry founded by Edward III of England in 1348. The most senior order of knighthood in the Orders, decorations, and medals of the United Kingdom, British honours system, it is outranked in United Kingdom order of precedence, precedence only by the Award, decorations of the Victoria Cross and the George Cross. The Order of the Garter is dedicated to the image and Coat of arms, arms of Saint George, England's patron saint. Appointments are at the Monarchy of the United Kingdom, Sovereign's sole discretion, typically made in recognition of national contribution, service to the Crown, or for distinguished personal service to the Monarch. Membership of the order is limited to the sovereign, the Prince of Wales, and no more than 24 living members, or Companions. The order also includes Supernumerary Knights and Ladies (e.g., members of the British royal family and foreign monarchs). The order's emblem is a garter (stockings), gar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
