【May】Learn and Play! Fun Quiz About May in Japan 2024.04.222024.08.20 How much do you know about Japan in May? Test your knowledge with this quiz! Created by SHINTA+ Japanese Life in May 1 / 9 In the first week of May, there are many holidays. What is this period called? Super Week Platinum Week Golden Week Happy Week April 30th, May 3rd, 4th, and 5th are public holidays. Many companies also take May 1st off for Labor Day, so many people enjoy their leisure time. This period is called "Golden Week." 2 / 9 May 5th is a public holiday in Japan. What holiday is it? Respect for the Elderly National Foundation Day Wishing for Children’s Growth Emperor’s Birthday May 5th is “Kodomo no hi” as Children's Day. It's a day to wish for the healthy growth of children. There are many traditional customs such as displaying "koinobori" and "gogatsu ningyo" (dolls displayed for the festival, above picture). 3 / 9 This is a traditional decoration called "koinobori." displayed in “Kodomo no hi”. What type of fish do you think it represents? Carp Tuna Salmon Shark "Koinobori" are decorations featuring carp motifs. By displaying vigorous carp, it's believed to wish for children's healthy growth. You can see them across Japan from late April to early May. 4 / 9 Which of the following is considered auspicious to eat on May 5th and is called "kashiwa mochi"? A B C D "Kashiwa mochi" is a type of rice cake filled with sweet bean paste, wrapped in Kashiwa oak leaves. Kashiwa Oak leaves are considered auspicious because they don't fall until new shoots appear, symbolizing prosperity and the continuation of one's lineage. 5 / 9 This is a food called "chimaki," a traditional dish eaten on May 5th. What do you think is inside? Bitter medicinal herbs Spicy processed meat Sour pickles Sweet rice cake "Chimaki" is a food made by wrapping sweet white rice cake in leaves such as bamboo leaves. It is mainly eaten on May 5th in the Kansai region, centered around Kyoto. 6 / 9 In Japan, there is a custom of using this plant to do something on May 5th. What custom could that be? Put in a bath Pat on the head Chop and eat Decorate the entrance This is a plant called "shobu."(Iris). There is a custom called "shobuyu" where on May 5th, people float this plant in their baths and bathe with it. This tradition is passed down to dispel evil spirits with the scent of shobu and to wish for good health. 7 / 9 This is the scene of the "Sanja Matsuri," which takes place in May. In which city does this festival occur? Fukuoka Osaka Nagoya Tokyo The "Sanja Matsuri" is a festival in the Asakusa district of Tokyo with a history of over 700 years, beginning in the early 14th century. Held annually in May, it features numerous portable shrines parading through the streets, drawing over one million spectators. 8 / 9 The "Aoi Matsuri," held annually in May in Kyoto with a history of over 1500 years. What event is said to have sparked the beginning of this festival? 写真提供 : 京都フリー写真素材 Emperor’s accession Poor harvest Foreign invasions Tsunami The "Aoi Matsuri" is said to have originated from ceremonies held to appease famine caused by poor harvests in the mid-6th century. Over 500 people dressed in costumes from over a thousand years ago during the Heian period parade through the streets of Kyoto. 9 / 9 The second Sunday of May is Mother's Day. What flower is popular as a Mother's Day gift in Japan? Sunflower Cosmos Hibiscus Carnation In Japan, carnations are popular flowers to give on Mother's Day, said to be a culture imported from the United States. During this time, Japanese flower shops are lined with beautiful carnations. Your score is The average score is 44% Facebook Twitter Restart quiz
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