Summer Festivals
Which festival is traditionally associated with welcoming and honoring the spirits of ancestors?
OBON
Which chilled noodle dish is commonly served with a dipping sauce during hot summer weather?
Sōmen
Which insect's loud chorus is considered one of the defining sounds of a Japanese summer? (English)
Cicada
The July festival called the "Evening of the Seventh".
Tanabata
Which prefecture is famous for its subtropical beaches and coral reefs?
Okinawa
Which Kyoto festival, famous for its elaborate floats, takes place throughout most of July?
Gion Matsuri
What sweet syrup is traditionally poured over kakigōri?
Matcha
Which flower is commonly seen blooming during Japan's rainy season in June? (English)
Hydrangea
During Tanabata, wishes are written on strips of paper called...
Tanzaku
Mt. Fuji is now charging climber to reach the top! How much?
a) ¥5,000
b) ¥3,000
d) ¥10,000
e) ¥4,000
The dance performed during Obon celebrations is known by what name?
Bon Odori
Which freshwater fish is especially associated with Japanese summer cuisine?
Ayu
Fireflies are most active during which time of day?
Evening and night
What is the Japanese name for the decorative wind chimes commonly hung in summer?
Furin
Location of the Blue Lake, a popular summer destination?
Hokkaido
Which of the following festivals is best known for its giant illuminated warrior floats?
Neguta Matsuri
Which summer tradition involves catching flowing noodles with chopsticks before they pass by?
Nagashi Sōmen
The rhinoceros beetle, a favorite among Japanese children, is primarily active during which season?
Summer
What traditional summer garment is made from lightweight cotton and commonly worn at festivals?
Yukata
The famous lavender fields of Furano are located in which prefecture?
Hokkaido
Hakata Gion Yamakasa is a famous July festival held in which Japanese city?
Fukuoka
Doyo no Ushi no Hi" is a midsummer custom in which many Japanese people traditionally eat which food to build stamina?
Unagi
Which bird, has long been celebrated in Japanese poetry as a symbol of early summer?
Hototogisu
The floating lantern ceremony held during Obon is commonly known by which Japanese name?
Toro Nagashi
This island celebrates summer with drums!
Sado