Japanese Admirals Flag

[MP716VN]

I just got this Japanese Admirals Flag and was wondering what it was used for. It is a lot smaller than the other ones I have in my collection. It measures about 51 3/4" x 33 1/2". It has a small paper tag on the edge of it. Any information would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance, CHUCK

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[GHP]

Here's a response that Jareth wrote [regarding a rear admiral flag] some years back, on a different forum:

Here's the story with these flags. Most large ships had a flag room/locker with numerous spares of every high rank. The flags came in at least four sizes with smallest for ships launch. They also made navy rank flags in the swallow tail pennant style. All these flags had a very short life (because they were constructed of seperate sections) span. Under strong winds & harsh weather they were replaced often. I personally do not find these flags rare. Some collectors like the large flags as back drops or for display. I prefer the medium to small size navy flags. I'm doubtful that a ships name or commanding officer's name would be on these flags. Ocassionally you will find a small rice paper makers label attached.

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I'm guessing your flag is the smallest and used for a ship's launch.

--Guy

[MP716VN]

Thanks for the information. I appreciate it. Yes, it does have the small rice paper makers label attached. CHUCK