What is the capital city of Japan?
Tokyo
This famous Japanese dish consists of vinegared rice and raw fish.
Sushi
What is the traditional garment worn during festivals or ceremonies?
Kimono
How do you say “Hello” in Japanese?
Konnichiwa (こんにちは)
Japan has the world’s most punctual __________ system.
Train
What is the tallest mountain in Japan?
Mount Fuji
What’s the name of the Japanese noodle soup served in broth?
Ramen
Which tree's blossom do tourists come to see?
Sakura
What is the Japanese word for “Thank you”?
Arigatou (ありがとう)
What animal is considered sacred and freely roams around Nara Park?
Deer
This Japanese city, once the capital of Japan for over 1,000 years, is famous for its temples and traditional tea ceremonies.
Kyoto
What green powdered tea is used in ceremonies and desserts?
Matcha
What do Japanese people traditionally remove before entering a home?
Shoes
How do you say “Goodbye” in Japanese?
Sayonara (さようなら)
What natural disaster is Japan especially prone to due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire?
Earthquakes
Which Japanese city was the first to be targeted by an atomic bomb?
Hiroshima
Japanese fish-shaped cookies. The most popular filling is sweet anko paste.
Taiyaki
What is the name of the ancient Japanese sport involving large wrestlers?
Sumo
What does “Itadakimasu” mean before a meal?
I humbly receive/Bon appetit
Which futuristic Japanese technology is famous for helping with customer service in stores and hotels?
Robots
What ocean borders Japan to the east?
Pacific Ocean
What is a sweet rice cake often filled with red bean paste?
Mochi
What Japanese art involves folding paper into shapes?
Origami
How do you say “I love you” in Japanese?
Aishiteru (愛してる)
In Japan, you can buy hot drinks, ice cream, and even umbrellas from what kind of machine?
Vending machines