Japan

2015

This gold commemorative coin was issued by Japan to mark the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II and the post-war reconstruction of the nation. The obverse depicts a paper crane (origami) flying over a rising sun and peaceful landscape—an enduring Japanese symbol of peace, hope, and remembrance, strongly associated with Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The reverse features a young tree surrounded by doves, representing rebirth, resilience, and harmony after devastation. Together, the imagery conveys Japan’s commitment to peace, collective memory, and the transformation of tragedy into a message of global humanity and reconciliation.