Japanese Geography
Name the highest mountain in Japan?
Mt Fuji
富士山 （ふじさん）
What can Japanese people do at work that may not be acceptable in other countries?
Sleep!
This food consists of cooked rice shaped with a topping, usually seafood.
sushi
寿司 （すし）
What utensils do Japanese people eat with
Chopsticks
How do you say "Hello"
こんにちは
konichiwa
Name the capital of Japan.
Tokyo
東京 （とうきょう）
What are Japanese comic books and graphic novels called.
Manga
漫画 （まんが）
What food consists of deep-fried seafood or vegetable in a light batter.
Tempura
天ぷら （てんぷら）
True or False: The current Japanese head of state is the emperor.
天皇 （てんのう）
How do you say "Good Morning" in Japanese
おはようございます
ohayou gozaimasu
How many main islands does Japan have?
Four
What is Japan's national sport
Sumo
相撲 （すもう）
What food do Japanese people often eat on Christmas Day?
KFC
What is a traditional garment and the national dress of Japan.
Kimono
着物 （きもの）
How do you say "I like sushi"
私（わたし）は 寿司 （すし）が 好き （すき）です
watashi wa sushi ga suki desu
Name a country that borders Japan by sea
Russia, China, North Korea, South Korea, the Philippines, and Taiwan
What company created the popular video game character Super Mario
Nintendo
任天堂 （にんてんどう）
In Japan, what shape can watermelons be?
Square. (They fit in the fridge easier!)
What is a Japanese greeting equivalent to shaking hands?
Bowing
礼 (れい)
How do you say "Please sit down" in Japanese
座ってください
suwatte kudasai
Which direction is Japan from Australia?
North-northwest
What is the most popular sport in Japan?
Baseball
野球 （やきゅう）
What is the name of the poisonous fish eaten in Japan?
Fugu (Puffer fish)
What are the three Japanese writing systems?
Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji
How do you say "Thank you"
ありがとうございます
arigatou gozaimasu