Order of the Chrysanthemum

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Order of the Chrysanthemum: Facts & Related Content

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Also Known As	Dai-Kun-i Kikka-shō Kubikazari
Date	1877 - present

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The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire The Most Noble Order of the Garter Legion of Honour The Most Honourable Order of the Bath Royal Victorian Order Order of Merit The Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George Pour le Mérite Order of the Rising Sun Order of the Companions of Honour