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A green drink often labeled "performative" in modern American media.
What is matcha?
Japanese name for New Years.
What is Oshogatsu?
A famous city pop song by Miki Matsubara.
What is Mayonaka no Door/Stay with Me?
This two-way player became an MLB superstar known for both pitching and hitting.
Who is Shohei Ohtani?
This famous Japanese film studio produced “Spirited Away” and “My Neighbor Totoro.”
What is Studio Ghibli?
Sweet and chewy Japanese treats made from pounded rice.
What is mochi?
Traditional Japanese clothing still worn on special occasions.
What is a kimono?
This genre of Japanese pop music dominates the country’s charts and idol industry.
What is J-pop?
Japan’s national sport, where competitors wear a mawashi and win by pushing or throwing their opponent out of the ring.
What is sumo?
Known as Detective Conan in Japan, this series has been serialized in Weekly Shōnen Sunday since 1994 and remains one of the longest-running mystery manga.
What is Case Closed?
Traditionally eaten on New Year’s Eve in Japan, these noodles symbolize longevity and are made primarily from buckwheat flour.
What is soba?
This traditional Japanese art form involves arranging flowers in a precise and aesthetic manner.
What is ikebana?
This artist rose to fame with the song "Lemon."
Who is Kenshi Yonezu?
Japan’s men’s national soccer team is commonly known by this nickname.
What is Samurai Blue?
This subgenre of anime focuses on everyday life, school experiences, and character-driven stories rather than action.
What is slice of life?
Chicken and egg in a savory sauce served over a bowl of rice.
What is oyakodon?
Japanese uses three main types of writing: one for Chinese characters, one for native syllables, and one for foreign words.
What is hiragana, katakana, and kanji?
A traditional three-string instrument make of animal hide.
What is the shamisen?
This figure skater won multiple Olympic medals and is known for his artistic performances.
Who is Yuzuru Hanyu?
This long-running Japanese live-action tokusatsu franchise features a giant silver-and-red hero who battles kaiju and alien threats to protect Earth.
What is Ultraman?
Served during cold months, this hearty miso-based soup is richer than standard miso soup and often includes pork and seasonal vegetables.
What is tonjiru?
This springtime activity involves visiting cherry blossoms and often enjoying picnics beneath the trees.
What is hanami?
This Japanese music style emphasizes emotional storytelling, dramatic vibrato, and often features themes of heartbreak or nostalgia.
What is enka?
Japan made international headlines with a major upset in this sport at the 2015 World Cup.
What is rugby?
This Japanese horror film about a cursed videotape inspired an American remake in 2002.
What is "Ringu"/The Ring?