Valentine's Day Basics
When is Valentine's Day?
February 14th
When is White Day celebrated?
March 14th
This "W" treat is a favorite gift on White Day and comes from cocoa beans.
White Chocolate
This is the continent where you will find the country of Japan.
Asia
When is Andrea's birthday?
February 18th
This flying baby with a bow and arrow is a famous symbol of love.
Cupid
While Valentine's Day is often about red and pink, White Day is named after this color.
White
In Japan, some people make "Giri-choco," which means chocolate given to show ___________.
Friendship
In Japan, people use these wooden sticks instead of forks to eat their treats.
Chopsticks
When is Cora's birthday?
June 8th
In the United States, these tiny candy hearts usually have short messages written on them.
Conversation Hearts
What country is White Day celebrated in?
Japan
Many people put their Valentine’s candy in a box shaped like this symbol.
a Heart
On Valentine's Day in Wales, people give "Love Spoons" carved out of this material.
Wood
These are the two colors found on the flag of Japan.
Red and white
This is the most popular flower given on Valentine’s Day.
Rose
Besides white chocolate, these "puffy" white treats are a very popular gift on White Day.
Marshmallows
What is often drizzled over strawberries on Valentine’s Day?
Chocolate
This is the capital city of Japan, where many White Day festivals happen.
Tokyo
This is the Japanese art of folding paper into shapes like cranes or hearts.
Origami
True or False: In American schools, it is common to give cards/Valentines to all your classmates.
True
What year did White Day start?
1978
Some Japanese students make their own chocolates at home. This is called "Te-zukuri." What does that mean?
Handmade
This is how you say "Hello" in Japanese.
Konnichiwa
You might see this "Lucky Cat" statue in Japanese shops waving its paw for good luck.
Maneki-neko