The two colors that make up the flag of Japan are red and white. The flag features a simple design with a red circle at the center representing the sun, set against a white background. This flag, known as the Nisshoki or Hinomaru, has been associated with Japan since the 7th century and officially became the national flag in 1854. The red circle symbolizes brightness, positivity, and the beginning of a new era, while the white represents purity and honesty. The flag is an important national symbol and is displayed during various national celebrations.