Other
What suffix is used in terms of respect?
San
When going out for dinner with colleagues, do you split the bill or not?
You do not split the bill, the person who invited the guests pays for the entirety of the meal
What sport is closely related to religion?
Sumo wrestling
What cartoon is known as pocket monster in Japan?
Pokémon
What is the main utensil in Japan
Chopsticks
What kind of tone should you keep when doing business in Japan?
You should keep a conservative tone
What should you do when drinking soup
Make slurping noises and/or lift the bowl up with both hands and drink it as that
True or False: Western Society has had no influence on the sports played in Japan
False: Western society has had a significant impact on the sports played in Japan
What major kind of cartoon originates from Japan
Anime
What dish is japan known for globally?
Sushi
Is it acceptable to be tipping in restaurants?
No, you should not be tipping in restaurants and can be very awkward for the waiter
What number means death and you should never mention
The number 4
Name the main 2 traditional sports in Japan
Karate/Martial Arts and Sumo Wrestling
What major video game company is Japan known for?
Nintendo
What is the most popular meat in Japan
Fish
What is the unemployment rate for Japan?
(HINT: better have read the brochure)
2.5%
What is significant about the seating arrangement in terms of a business environment?
The highest ranking individual sits at the head of the table and rank decreases as you get further away
Whats the most famous western sport in the nation?
Baseball
How many Karaoke bars does Japan have?
Roughly over a 100
What is the most common tea in Japan
Japanese Green Tea
What does ごめんなさい (gomen nasai) mean?
I am sorry
What colour are you not supposed to take notes in?
Red
During what decade was track and field events, baseball, football, rugby, cricket and ice skating introduced
the 1870's
How much total revenue did Pokémon make
90 Billion
Why did Chopsticks become so popular