Flag designs to liven up sports festivals and field days

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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

For sports festivals and field days, flag designs are often not only chosen from existing options but also decided by soliciting designs from classes or teams.

However, even if you want to submit a design, it can be hard to come up with ideas.

In this article, we’ll share plenty of flag design ideas recommended for sports festivals and field days.

Whether you want to stand out with color or express your class or team’s unity, you’re sure to find ideas that turn your vague concepts into a clear design! Use the ideas we introduce as inspiration while showcasing your team’s unique personality.

Flag designs to liven up the sports festival/athletic meet (41–50)

in the style of an old folktale

A design based on the world of folktales is a unique idea that stimulates the imagination while emphasizing the theme of the sports festival.

By depicting universally known characters like demons, Urashima Taro, and Princess Kaguya, you can create visuals that blend familiarity with unexpected charm.

Incorporating Japanese elements into the background and props, and adding the title in brush-style lettering, will deepen the overall atmosphere.

Participants will feel as if they’ve become the protagonists of a story as they take on the events, which can strengthen the unity of the entire class.

You’ll be able to create a striking poster that combines visual intrigue with storytelling.

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star

How old were you when you first drew a “star”? I don’t remember clearly, but don’t you also have a memory of drawing the sun and adding a smiley face inside it? Stars might be an easy subject to draw, too.

You can sketch lots of one-stroke stars and combine them into a big star, or draw the sun and Saturn realistically to create an intellectual-class vibe—your ideas can go in any direction.

The motif of moon = quiet determination, sun = blazing passion is also easy to express in an illustration.

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wave

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If you want to emphasize a sense of momentum, I think an illustration of waves cresting high would look really cool.

When the flag flutters, it can look like real waves.

There are plenty of model waves to draw from—traditional Japanese patterns like the winter Sea of Japan, stylish waves perfect for surfing that evoke Hawaii, and more—so first, discuss it as a class and put together the kind of waves you’re imagining.

The waves that appear in ukiyo-e and nishiki-e prints also have a lovely retro feel.

I wonder if the “hadō” from the Hadōken in Dragon Ball would count as a kind of wave too?

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explosion

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If you want to make a dynamic, energetic class flag, this is it! How about creating a class flag inspired by an explosion? By focusing on vibrant flames and impactful blasts, you can powerfully express your classmates’ determination and energy as they give their all at the sports festival.

A bold, passion-filled design will definitely stand out! Be sure to unite as a class and create a flag bursting with spirit and power.

It’ll surely ignite your fighting spirit for victory!

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komainu (guardian lion-dog)

A class flag themed around Komainu is a striking idea that fuses tradition with strength.

Revered since ancient times as guardians of Shinto shrines, Komainu symbolize protection and victory.

Placing the pair in the A-un formation on the left and right represents beginning and end, expressing the determination to give your all from the start to the finish of every event.

With muscular bodies and piercing gazes to convey bravery, and touches of Japanese aesthetic beauty, the flag is sure to stand out at the venue.

It will be a banner that combines dignity with fighting spirit.

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wings

Recommended for those who want to powerfully express your class’s personality and aspirations! How about creating a class flag with a wing-themed design? Wings convey a strong, positive, and cool image, making them perfect for expressing your determination to push your limits and have a great time at the special event of sports day.

If everyone collaborates to craft each individual feather, opportunities for teamwork will arise naturally, strengthening your class unity.

Think about colors and designs that match your class’s image, and aim to create a class flag with real impact!

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bullfighting

This design uses a bull motif to convey unfiltered passion for the sports festival.

A vivid red background sets off a dynamic illustration of a bull, creating the impact of charging across the field.

Imagining a matador waving a red flag evokes a fiery impression that ignites the spirit.

Use bold brush-style lettering or thick fonts for powerful text, and add rousing phrases like “Burn with passion” or “Charge ahead” for greater effect.

With energy bursting from the entire flag, this design is perfect for visually expressing the pride and fighting spirit of the Red Team.

It delivers the fervor worthy of a sports festival where everyone unites and takes on the challenge together, drawing victory your way.

It will also leave a strong impression on spectators and heighten their enthusiasm for cheering.

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