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Which of the following is a form of Japanese poetry characterized by three lines of 5, 7, and 5 syllables respectively?

A. Haiku

B. Tanka

C. Renga

D. Choka

Correct Answer :

A. Haiku


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Which Japanese city is known for its historic preserved samurai district and is sometimes referred to as Little Kyoto?

A. Kanazawa

B. Takayama

C. Nikko

D. Okayama

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What is the traditional Japanese form of comic theater known for its exaggerated gestures and colorful makeup?

A. Noh

B. Kabuki

C. Bunraku

D. Kyogen

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What is the Japanese term for the traditional seating mat used in tatami-mat rooms?

A. Kakebuton

B. Futon

C. Kotatsu

D. Tatami

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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 traditional Japanese performing art involves puppetry with puppets operated by puppeteers hidden from view?

A. Noh

B. Kabuki

C. Bunraku

D. Kyogen

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What is the term for the traditional Japanese art of incense appreciation?

A. Kodo

B. Chado

C. Sado

D. Ikebana

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Which Japanese holiday is dedicated to paying respect to one's ancestors?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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What is the traditional Japanese form of poetry, often consisting of five lines with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5-7-7?

A. Haiku

B. Tanka

C. Renga

D. Choka

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Which Japanese writing system is primarily used for grammatical particles and verb endings?

A. Kanji

B. Katakana

C. Hiragana

D. Romaji

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What is the traditional Japanese art of tea ceremony called?

A. Ikebana

B. Sado

C. Chanoyu

D. Bonsai

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What is the term for the traditional Japanese straw mat used for sitting and sleeping?

A. Kakebuton

B. Futon

C. Kotatsu

D. Tatami

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What is the name of the traditional Japanese art of swordsmanship?

A. Kendo

B. Iaido

C. Judo

D. Aikido

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Which Japanese festival celebrates the cherry blossom season?

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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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 Japanese traditional art form involves the arrangement of flowers in a harmonious and balanced manner?

A. Ikebana

B. Sado

C. Chanoyu

D. Bonsai

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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 island is known for its picturesque cycling routes and is often referred to as the Cycling Island?

A. Shikoku

B. Kyushu

C. Hokkaido

D. Honshu

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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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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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Which Japanese city is famous for its pottery and porcelain, known for its blue and white designs?

A. Kutani

B. Mashiko

C. Arita

D. Bizen

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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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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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Which of the following is a form of Japanese poetry characterized by three lines of 5, 7, and 5 syllables respectively?

A. Haiku

B. Tanka

C. Renga

D. Choka

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Which ancient Japanese religion focuses on the worship of kami, spirits associated with natural elements?

A. Shinto

B. Buddhism

C. Confucianism

D. Taoism

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Which Japanese city is known for its historic temples and shrines, including Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion)?

A. Kyoto

B. Tokyo

C. Osaka

D. Hiroshima

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Which Japanese city is famous for its cherry blossoms and is home to Maruyama Park, one of the most popular hanami (cherry blossom viewing) spots?

A. Nagoya

B. Osaka

C. Hiroshima

D. Kyoto

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

A. Tanabata

B. Obon

C. Hanami

D. Setsubun

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Which Japanese mountain is considered one of the Three Holy Mountains of Japan and is an important pilgrimage site?

A. Mount Fuji

B. Mount Asama

C. Mount Haku

D. Mount Tate