Cartoons & Characters from Japan
This famous yellow Pokémon always says, "Pika, Pika
Who is Pikachu?
This sticky rice cake is a common treat during New Year celebrations.
What is mochi?
Japan has one of the highest numbers of centenarians in the world. This island, known for its long-living residents, is particularly famous for them.
What is Okinawa?)
This common Japanese greeting means "Hello" during the daytime
What is Konnichiwa?
This city is the capital of Japan.
What is Tokyo?
This magical girl uses her moon powers to fight evil and is known for saying, "In the name of the moon, I'll punish you!"
Who is Sailor Moon?
This Japanese rice wine is often served warm or cold and is made from fermented rice.
What is sake?
Blue Zones are regions where people often live past 100. Name one besides Okinawa.
What are Sardinia (Italy), Ikaria (Greece), Nicoya Peninsula (Costa Rica), or Loma Linda (California, USA)?
This short word is a casual way to say "Yes" in Japanese.
What is Hai?
This traditional Japanese robe is often worn during festivals and ceremonies.
What is a kimono?
This lovable forest spirit from a Studio Ghibli movie has big ears and a leaf on his head.
Who is Totoro?
This dish consists of skewered and grilled chicken, often seasoned with salt or tare sauce.
What is yakitori?
Centenarians often have diets low in this processed substance, which is linked to many chronic diseases.
What is sugar?
Before eating, Japanese people say this word, which means "I humbly receive.
What is Itadakimasu?
This large mountain is Japan’s tallest and most famous peak.
What is Mount Fuji?
Goku is the hero of this long-running anime about powerful fighters and energy blasts.
What is Dragon Ball?
A Japanese rice bowl dish often topped with raw fish, egg, or meat.
What is donburi?
Studies suggest that centenarians often have lower levels of this stress hormone.
What is cortisol?
A respectful way to say "Thank you very much" in Japanese.
What is Arigatou gozaimasu?
The Japanese currency is called this.
What is the yen?
This speedy blue video game character, who also has a cartoon, loves to collect golden rings
Who is Sonic the Hedgehog?
A fermented soybean dish known for its strong smell and slimy texture, often eaten for breakfast.
What is natto?
Many long-lived people maintain strong relationships and a sense of this, meaning "reason for being" in Japanese.
What is ikigai?
The word "Baka" is often used in anime to call someone this.
What is "fool" or "idiot?"
This ancient Japanese religion focuses on nature and spirits known as kami.
What is Shinto?