A three-choice trivia quiz about cherry blossoms: a collection of quizzes to make hanami twice as fun

Last updated:2025/4/27

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Cherry blossoms, which bloom with beautiful flowers every spring, are beloved as the quintessential plant for hanami (flower viewing).

Their beautiful pink and white blossoms are an indispensable part of Japanese culture that lets us feel the arrival of spring.

In this article, we’ll present a quiz that lets you learn fun trivia themed around cherry blossoms.

We’ve prepared questions that deepen your knowledge, including their characteristics and historical background.

It’s also perfect for hanami and a variety of springtime activities! Give this quiz a try—it’s enjoyable for everyone from children to adults.

A three-choice trivia quiz about cherry blossoms: A collection of quizzes to double your enjoyment of hanami (1–10)

What is the criterion for when cherry blossoms are in full bloom?

When more than half of the buds have opened
When more than 70% of the buds have opened
When more than 80% of the buds have opened

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When more than 80% of the buds have opened

The standard for “full bloom” of cherry blossoms refers to the state in which roughly 80% or more of the buds on a tree have opened. It can vary depending on the individual tree and the viewing position, but once this threshold is reached, you can enjoy the beauty of blossoms in full splendor spread across the tree.

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What is the most common type of cherry blossom in Japan?

Oshima cherry
Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry)
Yamazakura (Japanese mountain cherry)

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Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry)

The Somei Yoshino is the most widespread type of cherry blossom in Japan, producing beautiful flowers ranging from white to pale pink across the country in spring. It is said to have been named because it was marketed by gardeners from the village of Somei, and it is a cultivar developed in the late Edo period.

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Which of the following corresponds to the cherry blossom’s flower meaning?

Eternal love
spiritual beauty
Victory

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spiritual beauty

The cherry blossom’s flower language is said to be “spiritual beauty.” This expresses how the delicate, fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms symbolizes elevated spirituality and the beauty of the heart. In Japan, cherry blossoms herald the arrival of spring and are loved by many people, who cherish a culture of appreciating their brief moment of beauty.

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Why are there so many cherry trees along the river?

To solidify the ground
to attract tourists
Because cherry trees themselves prefer waterside areas

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To solidify the ground

While one reason cherry trees are commonly planted along riverbanks is their beautiful scenery, a more important reason is that their roots extend deep underground and help firmly stabilize the soil. This is especially beneficial for river levees, which are prone to collapse during floods, as cherry trees help reinforce those embankments.

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Which coin has a cherry blossom on it?

1-yen coin
50-yen coin
100-yen coin

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100-yen coin

The coin that features cherry blossoms is the 100-yen coin. The reverse side of this coin incorporates a cherry blossom design, giving it a refined beauty. Among Japanese coins, the cherry blossom motif is one of the most beloved designs and symbolizes the beauty of Japan’s nature and culture.

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What family does the cherry (sakura) belong to?

Asteraceae (the aster/daisy family)
Rosaceae
Fabaceae (legume family)

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Rosaceae

Cherry trees are plants that belong to the Rosaceae family. There are many diverse varieties, and during the flower-viewing season people across Japan can enjoy their beautiful blossoms. The Rosaceae is a taxonomic group that includes many plants, and it contains a variety of plants other than roses.

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Who started the party-style cherry blossom viewing?

Tokugawa Ieyasu
Oda Nobunaga
Toyotomi Hideyoshi

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Toyotomi Hideyoshi

The answer is Toyotomi Hideyoshi. In 1598, he hosted a grand cherry-blossom-viewing banquet at Mount Yoshino in Osaka, a famous spot for sakura. Warlords and feudal lords were invited, making it a major event that went on to influence the style of hanami in later years.

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