The law punishes publicly damaging or defacing the national flag, known as "hinomaru". Opponents say the ambiguous law only ...

The new law is part of a campaign by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a hard-line conservative, to build a more patriotic and assertive Japan. Critics say it undermines free speech.

Japan has enacted a law banning public desecration of the hinomaru. Critics say its vague wording could curb protest and free expression.

Japanese people who damage the national flag will face prison time under a new law. In a move described by opponents as a ...

Japan's parliament on Friday enacted a divisive law introducing criminal penalties for desecrating the national flag, ...

The law on the national flag and anthem, enacted in 1999, consists of only two clauses. The law established the “Nisshoki” ...

Japan's enactment of a new law banning desecration of the national flag has reignited debate over the balance between ...