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| In its revised course of study, the Ministry of Education issues orders for schools to display the Hinomaru and sing the Kimigayo (1989) | |
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| HINOMARU AND KIMIGAYO To many Asians who experienced World War II, the Hinomaru (Japan's flag) and Kimigayo (the "national" anthem) do not bring back fond memories. They are symbols of aggression. | |