【February 】How Much Do You Know? Take Our February Traditions Quiz! 2024.07.032024.08.23 February in Japan is cold, but it’s filled with enjoyment. Setsubun, snow festivals—How much do you really know? Created by SHINTA+ Japanese Life in February 1 / 6 Do you know the chant used during ‘mamemaki’ (bean-throwing) on Setsubun in February? ‘Oni wa Soto’ ‘Banzaaai’ ‘Tamayaaaa’ ‘Oppa Pi’ Setsubun's bean-throwing ceremony is a traditional Japanese event held on February 3rd. Roasted soybeans are thrown while shouting "Oni wa soto, Fuku wa uchi" ("Demons out, Good fortune in"), to drive away evil spirits and invite good fortune. Finally, people eat the number of beans corresponding to their age, praying for a year of good health. 2 / 6 Which of the following is the "Ehomaki" eaten on Setsubun? A B C D Ehomaki is a thick sushi roll eaten on Setsubun, considered a lucky food that brings happiness. The tradition involves facing a specific lucky direction (Eho) and eating the whole roll in silence while making a wish. 3 / 6 Which city in Japan hosts one of the largest snow festivals featuring giant snow sculptures? Sendai Niseko Sapporo Niigata The Sapporo Snow Festival is Japan's largest winter event held annually in February in Sapporo City, Hokkaido. Giant snow sculptures are displayed in Odori Park and Susukino area, attracting numerous visitors from around the world. Illuminated snow sculptures create a magical atmosphere at night, and the festival features food stalls and various events. 4 / 6 What is the popular food given as a gift on Valentine's Day, February 14th? Carrots Chicken Cheese Chocolates Although it is changing due to the trend of gender neutrality, traditionally in Japan, women give chocolates to men on Valentine's Day. There are "giri-choco" for friends and colleagues and "honmei-choco" for romantic interests or loved ones. On March 14th, White Day, men reciprocate with gifts. 5 / 6 February is the season for winter sports. Approximately how many ski resorts are there in Japan? 100 200 500 1000 Although the number is declining due to global warming and an aging population, Japan has about 500 ski resorts. In February, many skiers and snowboarders enjoy their leisure time at these resorts. 6 / 6 February 22 is a day dedicated to a certain animal. What day is it? Horse Dog Bird Cat Cat Day is celebrated on February 22 in Japan, a day dedicated to cat lovers. The date "2/22" was chosen because it resembles the sound of a cat's meow, "nyan nyan nyan," in Japanese. Various events and special promotions related to cats are held on this day. Your score is The average score is 0% Facebook Twitter Restart quiz
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