【August】Discover Japan: Test Your Knowledge with 8 Summer Questions! 2024.05.042024.11.12 August is the most vibrant time of the year in Japan! Why not challenge yourself with a quiz about Japanese summer living? Created by SHINTA+ Japanese Life in August 1 / 8 In mid-August, many companies close for a brief period. What is this time commonly referred to as? Obon holidays Golden Week holidays Silver Week holidays Shogatsu holidays In mid-August, many companies and stores close for the 'Obon holiday.' During this time, as many Japanese people travel for homecoming or vacations, congestion occurs in various areas. 2 / 8 What kind of ornaments are commonly seen during the Obon period, especially in Eastern Japan? A B C D This ornament, made of eggplant and cucumber, is called 'Shoryo Uma.' Cucumbers are shaped like horses, and eggplants are shaped like cows. During Obon, there is a belief that the souls of ancestors return riding on these horses and cows. 3 / 8 This is a scene from the night of August 16th in a certain city in Japan. Can you guess which city it is? Tokyo Kyoto Nara Osaka Every year on August 16th, Kyoto hosts an event called 'Gozan no Okuribi,' or 'Daimonji.' Fires are lit on the mountains surrounding Kyoto to send off the spirits of ancestors who returned during the Obon period. 4 / 8 Which of the following commemorative days related to World War II is NOT in August? Tokyo Air Raid Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Nagasaki Atomic Bomb End of War August is filled with commemorative days related to World War II. It's a time for Japanese people to reflect on the importance of peace. Many schools conduct peace education during this period. 5 / 8 In August, many fireworks festivals are held. What is the traditional chant shouted when fireworks are launched? Takashimayaaa! Nishimatsuyaaaaa! Yamamotoyamaaa! Tamayaaa! The chant 'Tamaya!' originates from the shop name of a fireworks maker during the Edo period. While it's rare to hear it shouted loudly nowadays, this chant is widely recognized. 6 / 8 Which stadium hosts the national high school baseball tournament, a symbol of summer in Japan? Tokyo Dome Yokohama Stadium Koshien Stadium Nissan Stadium The high school baseball tournament held at Hanshin Koshien Stadium has become a symbol of summer. The heated battles between representative schools from each prefecture are televised and highly popular. 7 / 8 This is ‘Kaki-gori’ as shaved ice, a summer delicacy in Japan. What flavor of shaved ice is this? Blue Hawaii Ocean Soda Fujiyama Water Cool Sky Shaved ice topped with blue syrup is called 'Blue Hawaii.' It's incredibly popular for its refreshing blue color, perfect for the hot summer days. However, be cautious as it may turn your tongue blue after eating. 8 / 8 This is a scene from a summer night event venue in Japan. What do you think is happening here? Music Live Political Speech Wrestling Dance Event This is a venue for 'Bon Odori,' a traditional summer event in Japan. People dance in circles around a platform called 'yagura' to the rhythm of the music. Most venues allow anyone to join freely, so if you see one, feel free to join in! Your score is The average score is 38% Facebook Twitter Restart quiz