Festivals
What are tanzaku?
Paper strips for writing wishes
Which circuit is found at the foot of Mount Fuji?
Fuji Speedway
How do sumo wrestlers begin each match?
They sprinkle salt, face each other and stomp their feet.
When was baseball first introduced to Japan?
1872
No
When does golden week occur in Japan?
April - May
Which Japanese car brands have a strong presence in various racing series?
Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Toyota, Honda
What is the traditional outfit that sumo wrestlers wear?
Mawashi (loin cloth)
Who introduced Baseball to Japan?
Horace Wilson
5-6 hours each, lasting all day
What is ehomaki? How is it eaten?
What motorsport discipline takes place on dirt tracks in Japan?
Drifting
How are sumo wrestlers treated in Japan?
They are treated with high respect, like celebrities
Songs sung by fans to cheer on their teams
What types of stories does Kabuki tell?
Historical events and stories
How do priests initiate the Yamayaki festival?
They bless the earth and set a hill on fire
Which motorcycle race in Japan lasts for 8 hours?
Suzuka 8 hours
What is the highest rank of sumo wrestler?
Yokozuna
What is an example of Baseball's influence on Japanese popular culture?
What do people usually eat during kabuki performances?
People bring lunchboxes and snacks and drinks
Which Japanese festival is Miss Mattin's favourite?
Tanabata
Who is considered one of the pioneers of drifting and the birthplace of this sport?
Kunimitsu Takahashi
How do sumo wrestlers maintain their physical and mental fitness?
Intense diets, strict workouts and mental preparation
How many teams are in the Nippon Professional Baseball League?
12 teams
What do performers wear during kabuki?
Elaborate makeup and costumes that help represent different characters and roles