【April】Traditions in Japan: A Fun Quiz to Test Your Knowledge! 2024.04.182024.09.14 Did You Know? 7 Quiz Questions About Japan’s April Events!” Created by SHINTA+ Japanese Life in April 1 / 7 In many regions of Japan, cherry blossoms reach full bloom in early April. How long does it typically take for cherry blossoms to go from blooming to full bloom? One day One week One month Two months Cherry blossoms typically reach full bloom about one week after they start blooming. Depending on the weather, they usually fall about a week after reaching full bloom. 2 / 7 What color are the 'hanami dango' eaten during cherry blossom viewing? Brown, yellow, gray Red, white, yellow Brown, white, green Pink, white, green "Hanami dango" typically consists of a skewer with three balls of red (pink), white, and green. It's a delightful addition to enhance the enjoyment of cherry blossom viewing. 3 / 7 What is the significant event that takes place in almost all schools across Japan in April? Entrance Exam Entrance Ceremony School Trip Graduation Ceremony Many schools in Japan start their new academic year in April. In early April, entrance ceremonies are held in schools across Japan, including elementary schools, junior high schools, high schools, universities, and vocational schools. 4 / 7 What is this ingredient coming into season around April? Animal horns Fish fins Sea anemone Bamboo shoots This is bamboo shoots called “Takenoko” in Japanese.“Takenoko” are eaten boiled or grilled. Their unique crunchy texture makes them a popular ingredient heralding the arrival of spring. 5 / 7 In Japan, many people experience allergy symptoms to a substance in April. What are they allergic to? Cypress pollen Butterfly scales Hay Sakura April is the peak season for Cypress pollen allergies. With cedar pollen in March and cypress pollen in April, many people suffer from allergies, leading to a large number of people wearing masks across Japan during this time. 6 / 7 This is a scene of a popular leisure activity called "Shiohigari," which takes place from April to May. What can you mainly harvest? Oysters Mussels Clams Shrimps In Japan, the collection of seafood is generally prohibited, but during this season, Shiohigari is permitted on many coastlines. From adults to children, people can enjoy harvesting clams and hard clams. 7 / 7 April 29th is a Japanese holiday commemorating the Showa era, which was a period of tumultuous change. What were the years of the Showa era? 1868 - 1912 1912 - 1926 1926 - 1989 1989 - 2019 The period from 1926 to 1989 is known as the Showa era. This era was marked by World War II, followed by economic recovery, development, and tumultuous changes. Originally celebrated as the birthday of Emperor Showa, April 29th became "Showa Day" in 2007, commemorating the tumultuous era. Your score is The average score is 14% Facebook Twitter Restart quiz
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