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100
When did Japan formally renounce its sovereign right to maintain armed forces with war potential?
After WWII (May 3, 1947)
100
What is traditionally considered Japan's national sport?
Sumo wrestling
100
Who is an Italian plumber steadfast on saving his princess from an angry turtle?
Nintendo's Super Mario
100
What is the sauce that is typically served with sushi?
Soy sauce
100
Which of the following is derived from Japanese? {A) Taco} {B) Bagel} {C) Laptop} {D) Tsunami} {E) Automobile}
{D) Tsunami}
200
Who is the current Prime Minister of Japan?
Shinzō Abe (second term started 2012)
200
What is the meaning of Japanese Martial Arts “Karate”?
"Open Hand"
200
Who is the artistic mind behind these amazing films? Spirited Away; Howl's Moving Castle; Ponyo; The Wind Rises; Princess Mononoke
Hayao Miyazaki
200
Is sushi or sashimi typically served without rice?
Sashimi
200
Which of the following is derived from Japanese? {A) Falafel} {B) Tycoon} {C) Chair} {D) Kimbap} {E) Playstation}
{B) Tycoon}
300
What were the names of the atomic bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima? *Double Jeopardy* Which bomb was dropped on which city?
Little Boy on Hiroshima Fat Man on Nagasaki
300
How many medals did Japan win at the 2016 Rio Olympics Games?
41 total (12 Gold, 8 Silver, 21 Bronze) (6th in medals standings)
300
A kimono was once worn daily, but is now considered formal. What is the wide sash that is wrapped around the waist of a kimono called?
Obi
300
What is the ginger that is served with sushi and sashimi for?
The ginger serves as a palate cleanser
300
Which of the following is derived from Japanese? {A) Hanbok} {B) Octopus} {C) Japan} {D) Kimchi} {E) Karaoke}
{E) Karaoke}
400
Name 10 present-day countries did Japan colonize leading up to WWII?
China, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Palau, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Myanmar, East Timor, New Guinea, Guam, Manchuria, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Wake Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Attu & Kiska Islands, Kiribati, South Pacific Mandate, Northern Mariana Islands
400
In 2020, Japan will host the summer Olympics. When did it last host it?
1964
400
What is the art of calligraphy in Japan called?
Shodo
400
Name four Japanese beers!
Kirin, Asahi, Sapporo, Suntory, Hitachino, The Carpenters, Kurofune, Rising Sun, Kiuchi, Yebisu, Baird, Yo-Ho, Orion, Ginga Kogen, Ryujin Shuzo, Hyouko Yashiki No Mori
400
Which of the following is derived from Japanese? {A) Rickshaw} {B) Junk} {C) Ketchup} {D) Bok Choy} {E) Tofu}
{A) Rickshaw}
500
Who is the commodore that "persuaded" Japan to open its doors to foreign trade in 1853?
Commodore Matthew Perry
500
Honbasho is a sumo tournament held six times a year since 1958. Name two of the four cities in which the six honbasho are held.
Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka
500
Which year did Godzilla make its first appearance?
1954
500
The current Emperor of Japan, Emperor Akihito, when asked what his favorite food was replied...
Curry
500
Which of the following is derived from Japanese? {A) Oolong} {B) Tycoon} {C) Typhon} {D) Typhoon} {E) Tea}
{B) Tycoon}