Myths & Legends
This mischievous and shape-shifting character in Chinese mythology is known as the Monkey King and wields a magical staff.
Sun Wukong
This iconic Taiwanese street food is a small steamed food filled with pork, vegetables but always soup.
Xiaolongbao
This martial arts epic directed by Ang Lee is known for stunning fight sequences and stars such as Michelle Yeoh, ZiYi Zhang,Chow Yun-Fat, and more!
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon
Discovered in 1974, this army consists of thousands of life-sized clay soldiers and horses that were buried with Emperor Qin Shi Huang to protect him in the afterlife.
The Terracotta Army
Lion dancing is often performed during this important Chinese festival
Lunar New Year
This humorous folklore character known for his wit and cleverness in outsmarting others originated in this East Asian Country.
Laos
This classic cantonese dim sum shrimp dumpling (Har Gow) originated in this country.
In this hit Korean drama Yoon Se-ri crash lands in North Korean. What is this Drama titled?
Crash Landing on You
The Fall of Saigon in 1975 marked the end of the Vietnam War and the reunification of Vietnam. What is the current name of the city formerly known as Saigon?
Ho Chi Minh City
This holiday that originated in Japan and is primarily celebrated in East Asian countries such as Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China is observed on March 14th, exactly one month after Valentine's Day.
White Day
This Cambodian myth is used to explain lunar cycles and the coming crop harvest, it is based on a god swallowing and spitting out the moon.
This often colorful dessert is made from young coconut meat, mixed with sweetened condensed milk, and served in a coconut shell
Buko Salad
This long-running anime follows the story of the Straw Hat Pirates and their Captain, Monkey D. Luffy.
One Piece
Timor-Leste gained its independence from this country in 2002
Indonesia
This Laos ceremony involves the tying of white strings around the wrists of individuals to symbolize good luck, well-being, and unity. The ceremony is often conducted for special occasions like weddings, births, or farewells.
Baci Ceremony
This story about a boy born from a peach, who goes on a journey to defeat a band of demons and bring peace to his village originates in Japan.
Momotaro
This dish is a fermented tea leaf salad mixed with crunchy ingredients such as fried garlic, peanuts, and sesame seeds
Laphet Thoke
In this action film, a young girl with extraordinary martial arts skills, portrayed by Jeeja Yanin, embarks on a mission to collect debts owed to her ailing mother.
Chocolate
The construction of this iconic landmark in Singapore, featuring a half-lion, half-fish statue, was completed in 1972. What is its name?
The Merlion
This annual event attracts visitors from around the world. Participants from different countries showcase their pyrotechnic skills, lighting up the skies of Macau with spectacular displays. The contest usually takes place in September.
Macau International Fireworks Display Contest
These two Vietnamese legends (a dragon lord and fairy goddess) are said to be the ancestors Vietnamese people.
Lac Long Quan (Dragon Lord) and Au Co (Fairy Goddess)
The national dish of Myanmar, this flavorful curry is made with a sour soup base and can include fish, seafood, vegetables, and lemongrass
Mohinga
The 2006 American crime film "The Departed" directed by Martin Scorsese is a remake of which 2002 Hong Kong crime thriller
Infernal Affairs (Mou gaan dou)
Brunei came under European influence in the 19th century. The United Kingdom established a protectorate over Brunei what year?
1888
This traditional Thai New Year festival, celebrated from April 13 to 15, is famous for its lively water fights and splashing of water on others as a way of cleansing and starting the new year fresh.
Songkran