[Gifu Prefecture] Local Quiz! For Seniors
This time, we’re introducing a fun quiz about Gifu Prefecture.
Gifu is famous for its rich natural environment.
We’ve gathered questions that make the most of Gifu’s characteristics and will feel familiar to older adults.
Some are trick questions, too.
For example, while “Hida beef buns” are a famous souvenir, we’ve included questions designed to make you mix up beef and pork.
Also, for topics like the seasons for growing agricultural products, be sure to listen to the question carefully before answering.
People from Gifu, of course, and those with no connection to the prefecture can enjoy it!
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Gifu Prefecture Local Quiz! For Seniors (1–10)
What are some interesting place names in Gifu Prefecture?
- lover’s path
- laughing gate
- Omoshiroyama
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laughing gate
The place name “Warau Kado” (literally, “Laughing Gate”) actually exists in Tarui Town, Fuwa District, Gifu Prefecture. This unique name was given because the local people have long lived joyfully. Like the proverb “Good fortune comes to a smiling household,” the name evokes happiness and good luck.
What is a famous temple in Gifu Prefecture?
- Daigo-ji Temple
- Entsu-ji Temple
- Horyu-ji Temple
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Entsu-ji Temple
The temple known as a famous one in Gifu Prefecture is Entsu-ji. It has a history of being attached to Akihasan Hongu Akiha Shrine, and after suffering damage from the Isewan Typhoon, it was rebuilt.
Who are the famous samurai from Gifu Prefecture?
- Oda Nobunaga
- Toyotomi Hideyoshi
- Tokugawa Ieyasu
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Oda Nobunaga
Gifu Prefecture is famous for being Oda Nobunaga’s base of operations during the Sengoku period. Nobunaga used Gifu Castle (then called Inabayama Castle) as his headquarters and set out on the path to unifying the country. Gifu Prefecture is a region where the history and culture related to Oda Nobunaga remain strongly present.
[Gifu Prefecture] Local Quiz! For Seniors (11–20)
What are the famous local dishes of Gifu Prefecture?
- miso katsu
- noppe
- Hoba Miso
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Hoba Miso
Hoba-miso is a dish where miso, vegetables, and seafood are placed on a magnolia leaf (hoba) and grilled. It’s characterized by the flavor of the miso and the aroma of the leaf, and is beloved by locals.
What are some famous souvenirs from Gifu Prefecture?
- Beef bun
- steamed bun with sweet red bean paste (anman)
- Pork bun
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Beef bun
A famous souvenir from Gifu Prefecture is the Hida Beef Steamed Bun. The Hida beef used in it is known as a high-grade beef for its excellent quality. It’s filled with juicy, flavorful meat and is delicious.
What famous agricultural products are cultivated in Gifu Prefecture during the summer?
- watermelon
- komatsuna (Japanese mustard spinach)
- celery
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watermelon
Gifu Prefecture is known for cultivating watermelons in the summer. In particular, the Gujo area is famous for its sweet and juicy watermelons known as 'Gujo Suika.'
Who is the nursery rhyme poet famous in Gifu Prefecture?
- Ujo Noguchi
- Hakushū Kitahara
- Saijō Yaso
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Ujo Noguchi
Mr. Ujō Noguchi was a poet from Gifu Prefecture. He is known for his poem “Furusato,” which evokes the nostalgic hometown of his childhood. This poem is beloved by many Japanese people and is also sung as a children’s song.