Japan is made up of islands. How many islands does Japan have in total? (To the nearest thousand is ok: 1000, 2000, 3000 etc)
6852
We all know Tokyo’s the largest city in terms of population, but where is the second biggest?
Yokohama
Before Tokyo, Japan had several other capital cities. Which is the most recent previous capital?
Kyoto
How tall is the iconic Mount Fuji?
3776 meters
Few ‘original’ castles remain from the Edo period of 1603 to 1868. How many still exist today? 8, 12, 19, or 23
12
Kyoto is famous for its stunning geisha. But what does the word ‘geisha’ actually translate to in English?
Person of Art
What is the top speed of the Shinkansen aka The Bullet train?
320kmph
Japan is renowned for its incredible food. Which city is nicknamed the ‘kitchen of Japan’?
Osaka
Which quintessentially Japanese dish actually originates from Portugal?
Tempura
Which sacred animal is known for wandering through Nara Park?
Deer
In which prefecture can you find the hot spring-bathing Japanese macaque aka snow monkey?
Nagano
In which prefecture can you visit this castle?
Osaka
In which Japanese town would you find this Buddha statue?
Kamakura
Can you identify this bamboo forest?
Arashiyama
Can you identify this Japanese city from its picture?
Nagoya
