The Story
Original Item: Only One Available. This hand painted cloth flag is marked with the well-wish “Prayers for Eternal Good Fortune in War” to the outgoing soldier. The only other marking reads “Kamui Village 9th District”, so this was likely made quick to give to a departing soldier. This example is in good condition with both corner reinforcements retained, however there is very heavy creasing. Both tie strings are retained as well. This would be a great framing opportunity!
We haven’t been able to find much on Kamui, making for a good research project.
The writing is clearly legible, and despite the damage, it’s a truly gorgeous looking flag with tons of character. This would look best in a frame, preserved.
Ready to display!
The Good Luck Flag
Known as hinomaru yosegaki (日の丸 寄せ書き) in the Japanese language, was a traditional gift for Japanese servicemen deployed during the military campaigns of the Empire of Japan, though most notably during World War II.
The flag given to a soldier was a national flag signed by friends and family, often with short messages wishing the soldier victory, safety, and good luck.
The Japanese call their country's flag hinomaru, which translates literally to "sun-round", referencing the red circle on a white field. When the hinomaru was signed, the Japanese characters were usually written vertically, and radiated outward from the edge of the red circle. This practice is referenced in the second term, yosegaki, meaning "sideways-writing".
The phrase hinomaru-yosegaki can be interpreted as "To write sideways around the red sun", describing the appearance of the signed flag. This particular example completely unique is written in old KANJI the writing are mainly Japanese names of this soldier's family and friends with quotes and phrases.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This hand painted cloth flag is marked with the well-wish “Prayers for Eternal Good Fortune in War” to the outgoing soldier. The only other marking reads “Kamui Village 9th District”, so this was likely made quick to give to a departing soldier. This example is in good condition with both corner reinforcements retained, however there is very heavy creasing. Both tie strings are retained as well. This would be a great framing opportunity!
We haven’t been able to find much on Kamui, making for a good research project.
The writing is clearly legible, and despite the damage, it’s a truly gorgeous looking flag with tons of character. This would look best in a frame, preserved.
Ready to display!
The Good Luck Flag
Known as hinomaru yosegaki (日の丸 寄せ書き) in the Japanese language, was a traditional gift for Japanese servicemen deployed during the military campaigns of the Empire of Japan, though most notably during World War II.
The flag given to a soldier was a national flag signed by friends and family, often with short messages wishing the soldier victory, safety, and good luck.
The Japanese call their country's flag hinomaru, which translates literally to "sun-round", referencing the red circle on a white field. When the hinomaru was signed, the Japanese characters were usually written vertically, and radiated outward from the edge of the red circle. This practice is referenced in the second term, yosegaki, meaning "sideways-writing".
The phrase hinomaru-yosegaki can be interpreted as "To write sideways around the red sun", describing the appearance of the signed flag. This particular example completely unique is written in old KANJI the writing are mainly Japanese names of this soldier's family and friends with quotes and phrases.
