[Recreation for Seniors] Introducing Quizzes to Enjoy at Day Service Centers!

Curry and rice

The appeal of curry rice lies in the aroma of its spices. The base spices used in curry include a variety such as turmeric, coconut milk, coriander, cumin, and cinnamon. By blending the spices in a well-balanced way, you create a distinctive fragrance and flavor.

horse

Horses have long been used as means of transportation and as farm animals. Their lifespan is 25 to 30 years. They have had a close relationship with humans since ancient times. Perhaps a major hint lies in horse racing, where people bet money on races.

shokupan (Japanese milk bread / sandwich loaf)

The correct answer was shokupan (Japanese milk bread)! It’s eaten in a variety of situations like breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Since we usually recognize it as “shokupan,” seeing it written only in hiragana—and even scrambled—can be confusing, right?

baseball

It’s called “yakyuu” because there are nine eights. Replacing numbers to create new readings is also a common type of puzzle used for seniors. This time, you not only had to change the reading but also consider the quantity, so it included a bit of a riddle element.

Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto Prefecture is also rich in specialty products such as Kyo-yasai (Kyoto vegetables) and Uji tea. Kyo-yasai are known nationwide for their distinctive flavors, aromas, and colors. Uji tea, regarded as the pinnacle of Japanese tea, is highly acclaimed around the world.

port

With a mnemonic, you can read it as 3 (mi) 7 (na) 10 (to). There are many ways to read numbers, so try different combinations to form words. This time, it was “minato” (harbor/port).

pig

This proverb means that if you give something precious to someone who doesn’t understand its value, they won’t appreciate it—and it may even cause harm. It is said to originate from the words of Jesus in the New Testament.