Easy Facts
What does Konnichiwa mean?
Hello
How do you say "yes" in Japanese?
"Hai"
What is the Japanese name for Japan?
Nippon or Nihon
What does the red circle in the middle of the Japanese flag represent?
The sun it means sun origin in Japanese
What is the word for "where is the bathroom"?
"Toire wa doko desu ka"
What is the capital of Japan?
Tokyo.
What is the currency of Japan?
Yen
What is the best way to get around when traveling in Japan?
The high-speed train Shinkansen
What is considered an unlucky number?
The number four is considered unlucky because it sounds similar to the Japanese word for death.
What does the Japanese word "kawaii" mean in English?
Cute or adorable
What is a well-known poplar Japan dish?
Sushi
What is the highest mountain in Japan?
Mount Fuji or Mt. Fuji
What is the Japanese word for "thank you"?
Arigatou gozaimasu (or simply arigatou)
What is the name for traditional Japanese clothing?
Kimono
What is the real name of the author of The Tale of Genji, widely considered the world's first novel?
P.S. The first novel was thought to be from Japan
The author's real name is unknown; Murasaki Shikibu was her pen name.
What is the art of paper folding called in Japan?
Origami
What must you do before entering a Japanese home, traditional inn, or temple?
Take off your shoes
Are there trash cans outside in Japan?
No
By what other name are Japan's high-speed trains known?
Bullet train (Shinkansen)
What is the name of the urban legend of Japan?
Kuchisake Onna
What’s the name of Japan’s famous video game company that made Mario.
Nintendo.
What is Japan famous for?
Sushi, anime, manga, robots, and cherry blossoms.
Is Mount Fuji a volcano?
Yes
What is the name of the spring tradition of cherry blossom viewing?
Hanami
What is the number of people in Japan?
123.1 million