food
fresh raw fish on vinegared rice
Sushi
Common practice to keep inside areas, floors specifically, clean
Removing shoes at door of house
A mix of futuristic districts, specialized shopping, and home of Senso-ji Temple
Tokyo
The voting age in Japan
18
Manga artist, known for creating Dragon Ball
Akira Toriyama
Wheat noodles in a rich meat or fish broth topped with pork, eggs, or vegetables
Ramen
Japan's National Bird
Green Pheasant
These cities were bombed by the US towards the end of the second world war
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
The Head of the State, the symbol of the state and unity, with no political power
Emperor Naruhito
Oscar-winning animation director, creator of Studio Ghibli
Grilled chicken skewers seasoned with salt or sweet soy sauce
Yakitori
Name of Japan's National Anthem
Kimi Ga Yo
the heart of traditional Japan, famous for the Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto
Japan's government system
Parliamentary Monarchy
baseball superstar for the Los Angeles Dodgers was born in Japan
Shohei Ohtani
Pounded sticky rice cakes, often filled with sweet red bean paste
Mochi
A practice common in American restaurants, but can be considered insulting in Japan
Tipping
Known for Todai-ji temple and its friendly, free roaming deer
Nara
The amount of administrative divisions in Japan's structure
47
The founder of Panasonic, often referred to as "God of Managment"
Konosuke Matsushita
Savory pancake with shredded cabbage and various toppings
Okinomiyaki
Practiced to ensure business continuity or family fortune, often more on adults than children
Adult Adoption
Birthplace of the industrial giant, and known for its scenic, flower-filled parks
Hitachi
Japan's Prime Minister
Sanae Takaichi
Inventor of instant and cup noodles
Momofuku Ando