Recommended flag designs for the Red Team at the sports festival. Class flags themed around red.

Last updated:2025/5/23

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At many schools, each class makes its own flag for the sports festival, right?

Participating with a class flag that’s uniquely yours makes the event even more exciting!

However, when it comes to making a class flag, many of you might be wondering, “What kind of design should we choose…?”

Also, at many schools, each class is assigned a team color, so you might be thinking, “We want to design our class flag to match our team’s color.”

In this article, we’ll introduce class flag designs and motifs that are especially recommended for the Red Team!

We’ll cover everything from designs that are easy to use even if you’re not great at drawing to more elaborate motifs that let you show off your artistic skills to the fullest.

Choose what suits your class best and create a wonderful flag!

Recommended flag designs for the Red Team at the sports festival. Class flags themed in red (1–10).

yōko (bewitching fox; fox spirit)

Here are some ideas for a unique and eye-catching class flag featuring a fox spirit (yoko)! Known as a character with magic and charm, the fox spirit can express your team’s unity and strength when depicted on a flag.

The color red symbolizes passion and energy, and combined with a fox spirit illustration, it inspires courage.

Since fox spirits appear in Japanese legends, they also carry cultural significance.

By playing with the fox spirit’s expressions and movements, you can convey fun and liveliness, enhancing the appeal of the Red Team—so be sure to use these ideas as a reference!

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Daruma

The daruma is an ornament said to be modeled after the seated meditation posture of the monk Bodhidharma, who brought Buddhism from India to China.

It’s also designed to right itself when knocked over, reinforcing its strong image as a symbol of perseverance.

In addition, because people draw in its eyes upon achieving a goal, it’s a classic good-luck charm for pursuing one’s objectives.

With its distinctive round shape, uplifting red color, and its use in wishing for goal fulfillment, it makes a perfect motif for a sports festival as well.

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Glico

I’d like to introduce the idea of using the famous “Goal-In Mark” from Glico.

Since it’s a well-known character, its friendly appeal is a key point.

Its colorful, eye-catching look will draw attention at your sports festival! The character was inspired by the Glico founder watching children run a race and cross the finish line.

It doesn’t seem to have a particular name.

The red color symbolizes energy, so it’s highly recommended.

Try adding your class slogan and other creative touches to make a memorable and wonderful class flag!

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phoenix

Often called the phoenix or firebird, the immortal bird is a legendary creature said to live for eternity.

Because it is reborn from within flames when its life comes to an end and has a deep association with fire, it is strongly linked with the color red.

Its ability to be reborn again and again is also a key point, evoking an indomitable spirit, which is why it is frequently used as a motif in sports.

It serves as a motif that highlights the resolve to face hardships without giving in and the image of stoking one’s inner fire to confront the challenges ahead.

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big catch flag

The large ‘tairyō-bata’ flags that fishing boats raise when they’ve had a big catch are striking for their festive look that expresses joy and celebration.

An essential element of these flags is the rising sun motif from the sea—known as the ‘Kyokujitsu-ki’—and its bold use of red makes it a perfect emblem for the Red Team as well.

A classic composition features fish leaping from a rough sea, and the key is how to convey momentum and dynamism.

With a powerful energy that rallies the team and a lively atmosphere, the design promises to heighten the sense of fulfillment for the event.

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Tengu

Speaking of tengu, they are yokai from Japanese folklore, known for their long, protruding noses and red skin, and are also familiar as mountain deities.

They are strongly associated with the color red and with light, agile movement as they freely fly through the sky, so incorporating them into a flag design could highlight a team’s sense of speed.

Because they are often depicted dressed as yamabushi, they are closely connected with mountains, as well as pilgrimage and ascetic training.

Since tengu embody both aspects of a malevolent yokai and a benevolent deity, deciding which facet to emphasize in the design is likely important.

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Prajna (wisdom)

How about using an illustration of a Hannya mask for your sports festival class flag? The Hannya, a symbol of strength and courage, is perfect for rallying your team! Plus, its bold, impactful design could help your class stand out from the others.

Using vivid colors and expressing fun and determination through the mask’s expression is another key point.

Creating it together with your classmates will deepen your bonds and make it a sports festival you’ll always remember! Come up with a slogan as a team, too, and enjoy the process of making the flag!

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