Order of the Rising Sun

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Order of the Rising Sun built?1875
2. What is the award type?Japanese national order of merit
3. What is the administering body?Decoration Bureau of the Cabinet Office
4. Why is it called the Order of the Rising Sun?Because the medal shows rays from a sun and Japan is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun", so it reflects the country's bright energy.
5. When was the Order of the Rising Sun first created?It was started on April 10, 1875, by Emperor Meiji, making it Japan's first national decoration.

Meritocracy: A system where advancement is based on individual ability or achievement rather than social status.
Order of the Paulownia Flowers: A Japanese order considered higher than the Order of the Rising Sun, often for politicians.
Order of the Sacred Treasure: A Japanese order of equal rank to the Order of the Rising Sun, awarded for long-term public service.