noun
Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon
A specific class of the Japanese Order of the Rising Sun, awarded for distinguished achievements. The name is a proper noun referring to the medal and its rank.
彼は長年の功績により旭日中綬章を受章した。
He received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon for his many years of service.
旭日章 is the general name for the Order of the Rising Sun, while 旭日中綬章 is a specific class within that order.
The name is composed of 旭日 (rising sun), 中 (middle), 綬 (ribbon), and 章 (medal/order), reflecting its rank and design within the Japanese honors system.