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What is the traditional Japanese theater form that combines drama, music, and dance, often featuring elaborate makeup and costumes?

A. Noh

B. Kabuki

C. Bunraku

D. Kyogen

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B. Kabuki


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Which Japanese prefecture is known for its traditional pottery, including Bizen ware and Shigaraki ware?

A. Kyoto

B. Okayama

C. Shiga

D. Gifu

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Which Japanese tea ceremony term refers to the sweets served before the tea is prepared?

A. Ochaduke

B. Wagashi

C. Chakin

D. Matcha

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Which Japanese island is known for its distinctive Ainu culture and is the largest island in Japan?

A. Kyushu

B. Hokkaido

C. Shikoku

D. Honshu

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Which Japanese martial art focuses on throws and joint locks, and is often referred to as the gentle way?

A. Kendo

B. Aikido

C. Judo

D. Karate

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What is the Japanese term for the traditional art of paper cutting?

A. Kirigami

B. Origami

C. Tanabata

D. Ikebana

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What is the Japanese term for the traditional art of calligraphy?

A. Sumi-e

B. Shodo

C. Ukiyo-e

D. Chado

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Which Japanese poet is known for his travel diaries and is considered one of the greatest poets of haiku?

A. Matsuo Basho

B. Yosa Buson

C. Kobayashi Issa

D. Ono no Komachi

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Which Japanese artist is known for his woodblock prints, including the famous The Great Wave off Kanagawa?

A. Hokusai

B. Hiroshige

C. Utamaro

D. Sharaku

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Which Japanese poet and calligrapher is known for his famous The Way of Tea treatise?

A. Sen no Rikyu

B. Murasaki Shikibu

C. Yosa Buson

D. Matsuo Basho

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Which Japanese festival celebrates the stars Vega and Altair, separated by the Milky Way, who are allowed to meet only once a year?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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What is the traditional Japanese tea ceremony called?

A. Sado

B. Chanoyu

C. Ikebana

D. Kaiseki

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Which Japanese poet and writer is known for her work The Pillow Book?

A. Sei Shonagon

B. Izumi Shikibu

C. Ono no Komachi

D. Murasaki Shikibu

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Which Japanese filmmaker directed the influential 1954 film Seven Samurai?

A. Akira Kurosawa

B. Yasujiro Ozu

C. Kenji Mizoguchi

D. Hayao Miyazaki

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Which Japanese festival marks the beginning of spring and is celebrated by throwing soybeans to drive away evil spirits?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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What is the Japanese word for the traditional sliding panels used to partition rooms in a traditional Japanese home?

A. Tatami

B. Fusuma

C. Shoji

D. Genkan

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Which Japanese prefecture is famous for its traditional Awa Odori dance festival held during the Obon season?

A. Kagawa

B. Tokushima

C. Ehime

D. Kochi

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Which Japanese dish consists of thinly sliced raw fish on a bed of rice?

A. Sushi

B. Tempura

C. Ramen

D. Sashimi

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What is the term for the Japanese art of archery?

A. Kyudo

B. Kendo

C. Judo

D. Iaido

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Which Japanese festival celebrates the spirits of ancestors and is often associated with the lighting of paper lanterns?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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Which Japanese holiday celebrates the changing of the seasons and the arrival of spring?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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What is the traditional Japanese musical instrument known for its three strings and distinctive sound?

A. Koto

B. Shakuhachi

C. Taiko

D. Shamisen

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Which Japanese festival celebrates the spirits of deceased ancestors and often involves cleaning and decorating graves?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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What is the name of the traditional Japanese meal consisting of small dishes served with rice?

A. Sashimi

B. Yakitori

C. Tempura

D. Washoku

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Which Japanese city is famous for its hot springs and is often referred to as the hot spring town?

A. Atami

B. Hakone

C. Beppu

D. Nagano

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Which Japanese island is known for its active volcanoes, including Mount Aso, and is considered one of the largest calderas in the world?

A. Kyushu

B. Shikoku

C. Hokkaido

D. Honshu

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Which ancient Japanese capital city is known for its beautiful cherry blossoms and is home to the famous To-ji temple?

A. Kamakura

B. Nara

C. Kyoto

D. Edo

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Which Japanese traditional art form involves the wearing of kimono and performing traditional Japanese dance?

A. Noh

B. Kabuki

C. Odori

D. Kyogen

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What is the traditional Japanese form of theater characterized by its comedic performances often involving slapstick humor?

A. Noh

B. Kabuki

C. Bunraku

D. Kyogen

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Which of the following is used for foreign words and names in Japanese?

A. Kanji

B. Katakana

C. Hiragana

D. Romaji

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Which Japanese prefecture is known for its historic samurai residences and is often called Little Kyoto?

A. Kanazawa

B. Takayama

C. Nikko

D. Matsumoto