Superstitions
Trailblazers
Language
Fashion
Stories and Myths
100

In Chinese culture, this color is considered unlucky, particularly during weddings or celebrations.

White

100

This Indian civil rights leader is known for using non-violent civil disobedience to lead India to independence from British rule.

Mahatma Gandhi

100

This dialect of Chinese is spoken in Hong Kong and Macau and is known for its distinct tones, different from Mandarin.

Cantonese

100

This traditional Japanese garment, often worn during festivals or ceremonies, is known for its elegant design and wide sleeves

Kimono

100

In Japanese folklore, this mythical creature is known as a trickster spirit that can shape-shift into various forms, often including a fox or a woman.

Kitsune

200

In Japan, it’s believed that if you do this at night, you will attract bad spirits.

Whistling

200

This Indian-American politician became the first female vice president of the United States in 2021.

Kamala Harris

200

This language, spoken primarily in the Philippines, is often called the "Tagalog" language but officially refers to the national language of the country

Filipino

200

This trend, known for its unique blend of femininity and boyish charm, is often seen in the country's youth fashion. What country's fashion is this referring to?

Korean street fashion

200

In Chinese mythology, what is said to control the weather and is often a symbol of strength, power, and good fortune.

Dragon

300

Chinese superstition warns against doing this on New Year's Day, as it could lead to bad luck for the rest of the year.

Cleaning

300

This Chinese-American freestyle skier made history by winning three medals at the 2022 Winter Olympics, becoming the youngest to ever do so in the sport.

Eileen Gu

300

The national language of Singapore, which is a blend of Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, and English, is known as this

Singlish

300

Which letter of the alphabet has the most water?

The "C"

300

This legendary archer and warrior in Chinese folklore is considered the greatest marksman, known for shooting down nine suns to save the Earth.

Hous Yi

400

In Hinduism, it’s considered bad luck to do this while pregnant, as it is believed to cause complications (think black)

Funeral
400

This Chinese filmmaker is known for his epic films such as "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" and "Hero," which have helped to popularize Chinese cinema globally.

Ang Lee

400

This Southeast Asian language uses the Khmer script and is primarily spoken in Cambodia

Khmer

400

This Japanese subculture is known for its colorful, layered clothing and playful, youthful aesthetic, often involving bright colors and accessories like bows and lace.

Kawaii

400

In Thai folklore, this story tells of a beautiful woman cursed to transform into a Nang Tani, a ghost that haunts men, before being freed by a loving man.

Nang Tani

500

In Malaysia, if you are married and this happens to you, it’s believed that your marriage will be cursed or filled with misfortune.

Dropping the ring

500

This Chinese-American actress is known for her roles in Crazy Rich Asians and The Farewell, and was the first Asian actress to be nominated for a Golden Globe in nearly 40 years

Awkwafina

500

This word, "नमस्ते" (pronounced "Namaste"), is used as a greeting or farewell in this language and also means "I bow to you." What language is this written in?

Hindi

500

Known for its porcelain finish, this makeup technique involves using a high-coverage foundation to create a flawless, smooth complexion that is often associated with Japanese beauty standards.

"Glass skin"

500

This goddess is believed to have created the universe and is worshipped as the mother of all things, often depicted with multiple arms. Which country did this tale originate from?

India