Food
In Japanese: the name of some salted food covered in rice shaped into a triangle then covered in seaweed
What is Onigiri
A religion originating in japan tracing back to 300 bc
What is Shinto
This way to kick back and relax with friends often includes renting a private room for up to 6 people and beltin gout the chorus to your favorite songs
What is Karaoke
This famous American restaurant chain has become the staple food for Christmas dinner
What is KFC
A change in elevation at the entrance to every house is a sign to remove this article of clothing
What are shoes
This food is fish sliced in rectangles then served without rice
What is Sashimi
This Porcelain doll is used to grant wishes. first one eye is filled in, then after the wish is granted the other eye is filled in
What is a Daruma
This Martial Art consists of wearing a heavy uniform and gloves while attempting to strike ones opponent with a bamboo sword
What is Kendo
This celebration for the first day of spring often entails throwing rice, practicing calligraphy, and making large sushi rolls to eat in under 10 seconds a success of which will grant a wish
What is Setsubun
This rollup bed mat is often confused with the American variant which is usually a style of convertible couch.
What is a Futon
This sushi variety is often referred to as roll in the US, ne example being the dragon roll.
What is uramaki
While the majority of Japanese people identify as secular, on new years, many Japanese still visit Shinto Shrines or "Jinja" and "Otera" which is a place of worship for this religion.
What is Buddhism
Japanese calligraphy! This form of writing also known as ___ is written with a paintbrush on rice paper.
What is Shodou/ Shuuji
This holiday, who's name is in English, is celebrated as the inverse of valentine's day, where women are given chocolate instead of men
What is White Day
This house hold item is typically only refilled once a day and is shared by the whole house
What is a bath
This is a Japanese cooking style where an electric grill is directly in front of the customers.
What is Hibachi
On this mountain, pilgrimages to the top did not allow women until 1912 due to the belief that the Kami (or spirit of the mountain) was an easily jealous woman.
What is Mt. Fuji
While westerners may confuse the practice with prostitution these organizations provide base level companionship and flattery towards attendees
What are Host/Hostess Clubs
Rather than valentines day, this is the holiday that is geared towards couples and relationships.
What is Christmas
This is the name for a table with a blanket over it. it is combined with a heating element to keep warm in the winter.
What is a kotatsu
This is a noodle variety that is very thick and served with a viscous broth to dip the noodles in
What is Tsukemen
These amulets are sold as luck charms at Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. They serve various different purposes such as assistance in the pursuit of love or passing a test.
What is Omamori
When Japanese women put their hands over their mouths, it is because of the tradition of sophistication originating from covering the cracks in this style of Noblewomen's makeup
What is Hikimayu
During Shunbun No Hi, Japanese people visit the grave of loved ones through the week that hosts this astronomical event
What is the Equinox
This practice, inspired by the romans, is still a social activity in Japan today, while common in buildings outside the house, family and friends may still participate in this at home
What is communal Bathing.