Flag of Shiga Prefecture, Japan - Symbolism and Design #2025374 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of Shiga Prefecture consists of a vertical bicolor-deep green on the left and white on the right-symbolizing nature and purity. Centered are three white hexagons arranged in a triangular formation, each enclosing a stylized five-petaled flower (representing the *sakura* or lotus), signifying unity, growth, and the region’s lakeside beauty. The design was adopted in 1968 to reflect local identity and environmental values.

Used on government websites, educational resources, tourism portals, and civic events to represent Shiga Prefecture; targets users seeking regional symbols, Japanese prefectural flags, or cultural heritage information.