Multiple choice general knowledge culture The Japanese flag is called the Hinomaru. What does Hinomaru mean? Circle of the sun Centre of the world Most powerful and supreme The harbor nation Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The Japanese flag features a red circular disc on a white background representing the rising sun. Hinomaru literally translates to circle of the sun in Japanese reflecting the flags design and Japans identity as the Land of the Rising Sun.