[Fun Brain Training!] Introducing a quiz on the world’s least-stroke-count kanji
Kanji are highly effective for brain training because they help prevent dementia and improve both mental and physical well-being.
For many older adults, kanji may seem difficult, so they might not be inclined to try kanji quizzes.
This time, we’ll introduce a simple quiz using the kanji with the fewest strokes in the world, so seniors can enjoy it casually.
It’s said that continuing with daily kanji quizzes can have positive effects on the mental and physical health of older adults.
Also, to keep it enjoyable, the key is to design quizzes that match the skill level of the seniors.
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[Fun Brain Training!] Introducing the Quiz on the World’s Least-Stroke Kanji (11–20)
How do you read the word for “strawberry” (苺)?
- mother
- strawberry
- peach
See the answer
strawberry
“苺” refers to the fruit strawberry. Its sweet and tangy flavor is simply irresistible, isn’t it? In on’yomi (Sino-Japanese readings), it can also be read as bai, mai, or mo. This character, which has a cute image, was apparently not allowed in personal names in the past, but it is said to be used now.
In conclusion
How was the quiz on reading the world’s least-stroke kanji? You probably came across some characters you’d never seen before.
Learning while enjoying quiz questions activates the brain and also contributes to mental and physical health, making it an all-around win for older adults!


