Cities/Islands
What is the current capital of Japan?
Tokyo
What physical feature covers four-fifths of Japan's landscape?
mountains, forests
In World War II, what were Japanese soldiers taught not to do?
surrender
What is the most important holiday in Japan?
New Year
How do Japanese people usually greet each other?
bowing
What was the ancient capital of Japan?
Kyoto
What is the tallest mountain in Japan?
Mt. Fuji
What two religions have been the official religion of Japan at various times?
Buddhism, Shinto
What is Japan's most popular sport?
baseball
What is the population of Japan?
127 million
Which island has most of Japan's population?
Honshu
What is most of Japan's weather like?
It varies from cold and wet to tropical in Okinawa
What is bushido?
A code that valued courage, honor, and loyalty
What makes the Japanese diet so healthy?
It is low in fat and dairy, contains lots of fish and vegetables.
What city is considered the food capital of the Japan?
Osaka
Which city is the largest on the north island of Hokkaido, hosts the annual Snow Festival, and also hosted the 1988 Winter Olympics?
Sapporo
Why are Japanese cities so densely populated with minimal living space?
Most of Japan is mountainous, which limits the amount of space for building and developing. So they have limited space to live on.
What is pan-Asianism and how did it apply to Japan during World War II?
Pan-Asianism is the idea that Asia should be ruled by Asians. Japan used it as an excuse to colonize other parts of Asia, saying that Asia was better off being ruled by them instead of by Europeans.
Describe the hours and schedules of many working people in Japan.
Work long hours! Sometimes have to work 6 days a week. Many commuters face a commute of up to two hours.
What regions did Japan conquer during World War II?
East Asia (Korea, eastern China, Taiwan), Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines, Indonesia), and the Pacific Islands.
Which city's main industry is automotive?
Nagoya
What are five natural disasters that threaten Japan?
volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and typhoons.
What major changes were made in Japan after the emperor regained control in 1868?
They swept away the samurai system and opened up trade with the West.
Describe a Japanese home.
Small. Sliding walls made of paper that can open up to create more space. People sleep on futon mattresses on the floor that are rolled up in the morning and pushed against the wall to give more space in the room. Shoes are left by the door. Tables are low to the ground wish floor cushions to sit on instead of chairs.
What are three impolite things to do in Japan?
Eating on public transport. Sticking your chopsticks into your rice. Tipping your waiter. Waste food or be a picky eater. Hugging or cheek-kissing someone who isn't family. Wearing your shoes inside a home. Not being quiet at a religious site.