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[For Seniors] Fun and Informative Trivia Quiz Collection favorite_border Last updated:2026/1/29
[For Seniors] Fun and Informative Trivia Quiz Collection There may be older adults who are spending monotonous days.
So this time, we’ll introduce some useful trivia quizzes that will make you think, “I see!”
You can use them as brain training by asking the questions, and they’re also fun to bring up in casual conversations with seniors.
Because they spark interest easily, they’re likely to be a hit as a recreational activity, too!
With trivia quizzes, you can hear the answers and gain new knowledge.
People often feel like sharing the trivia they’ve learned with others, which can naturally encourage communication.
Table of Contents [For Seniors] Fun and Informative Trivia Quiz Collection When you feel a sneeze coming on, you can stop it by using a certain part of your body. How do you use that body part? What background color makes it easier to thread a needle? When is the expiration date for the ice cream? Fabric softener used in laundry. It can be substituted with another item found at home—what is it? What is the most harvested fruit in Japan? How many events have been held continuously from the first Olympic Games to the present? If you heat a certain item in the microwave, it removes unpleasant odors inside the microwave. What is that item? What kind of weather is suitable for cleaning windows? Which country leads the parade of nations at the Olympic opening ceremony? What bird always appears at the Olympic opening ceremony? What new sports were added to the 2024 Paris Olympics? There’s an easy way to intensify a banana’s sweetness using items you already have at home. What is that method? What is the tallest animal in the world? Kendama is often associated with Japan, but where did it originally come from? Besides salt, what seasoning, when sprinkled on a slug, would make it shrink? Why do ocean waves occur? “Nimaime” is a term originating from Kabuki that refers to a gentle, handsome man. What kind of role does “Gomaime” refer to? Why is it that we don’t eat eel raw? What kind of hospitals are there more of than convenience stores? What kind of sweets did the Jomon people make with pottery? What symptoms are likely to appear simultaneously when one becomes malnourished? Who was the first Prime Minister of Japan? How far does a hamster run in a day? Hot Spring Resort Quiz What is the reason we don’t eat eel as sashimi? Where do cats sense temperature? The height of the Pyramid of Khufu is approximately 140 meters. All western lowland gorillas have the same blood type. Which type is it? What foods won’t freeze even if you put them in a household freezer? Who is said to be the first person to have eaten “ramen” in Japan? What is the name of the structure that became the symbol of the Japan World Exposition held in Osaka in 1970? For what original reason were buttons attached to suit sleeves? Soybeans are harvested in October. Since when have people in Japan been eating soybeans? In 1969, a certain American rocket made the first human landing on the moon. What was the name of that rocket? How much does hair grow in a year? How much does it cost to make a one-yen coin? It’s said that there are more dentists than a certain type of shop, but which of the following shops are there fewer of? Trivia Quiz: Japan’s Three Great ___ — What’s the last one? What does the term “zenchi” (as used when someone is injured) mean? Which part of a daikon radish is spicier, the top or the bottom? What was the original purpose of kombu-jime? In which prefecture in Japan can you see the latest autumn foliage? Ice cream was originally served as a kind of medicine. What was the medicine for? Mosquitoes that appear in summer: Which one sucks blood, the female or the male? What ingredients help prevent food poisoning when included in a bento? What is the name of the headache you get when eating cold foods like shaved ice, where your head suddenly aches sharply? What will the weather be like when contrails linger for a long time? A model of an Asian giant dragonfly (oni-yanma) has an insect-repellent effect. Carbonara in Italian means “charcoal burner style.” The “Sahara” in the Sahara Desert means “desert” in Arabic. In Germany, you need a national license to go fishing. What foods become more nutritious when frozen? What is the summertime tradition that originated in Wakayama Prefecture? Who was the first recipient of the People’s Honor Award? What is the most common surname in Japan? What was the first commercially sold frozen food in Japan? Under what kind of trees do matsutake mushrooms grow? The number of ridges on a bottle beer crown cap is 21. When eating an Ehomaki on Setsubun, what you must not do is talk. Why are mailboxes red? Halloween is held in October. Which vegetable is used for the jack-o’-lantern in this festival? Japan’s first moving walkway debuted in 1967 (Showa 42). Do you know where it made its first appearance? In 1970 (Showa 45), the local call charge for public telephones became 10 yen for 3 minutes. What had the pricing structure been like before that? How long a line could you draw if you used up an entire pencil? What day is February 11? What is the fire called that is burned when sending ancestors back on August 16? How many days are there in a leap year? “Bow-wow” represents the sound made by a dog in English. What animal is it? Persimmons are such a nutritious fruit that there’s a saying: “When persimmons turn red, the doctor turns blue.” What goes in the blank is “doctor.” What vegetable was once grown for ornamental purposes because it was considered ‘poisonous’? From the late 1950s to the 1960s in the Showa era, a certain indoor sport became extremely popular. What sport was it? One high-end ingredient that represents autumn in Japan is described as having a “smell trapped in leather shoes,” and it isn’t commonly eaten in the West. What is this luxury ingredient? It’s said that when a certain bird flies low, it will rain. Which bird is it? Autumn is when delicious new rice is harvested. What is the most widely produced rice variety in Japan? What unit is used when counting omamori (Japanese protective charms)? What is the plant that is said to be essential for Obon and whose shape resembles a Bon lantern? The shelf used to display ancestral tablets and offerings during Obon is called a “bon-dana.” What is its other name? What is the reason monks strike a wooden fish (mokugyo) when chanting sutras and the like? When you can’t stop coughing, drinking a syrup made by soaking a certain vegetable in honey can calm it. What is that vegetable? Osechi dishes, each ingredient and material carrying auspicious meanings—Which foods are eaten to pray for good financial fortune? Among the many foods, there is only one that does not spoil. What is it? What is the purpose of the groove on the end of a toothpick where you hold it? The calves are also called the “second heart.” Using a part of the body, what is it called as the “second” what? On a bunch of grapes, going along the stem in order of “top,” “middle,” and “bottom,” which part is the sweetest? Among the pyramids in Egypt, approximately how many meters tall is the largest one, the Pyramid of Khufu? How old is the youngest person to have successfully summited Mount Everest? What should you do with one hand to sing in a high voice at karaoke? Mr. Shojiro Ishibashi, the founder of a tire manufacturer, named the company after his surname. What is the name of the tire manufacturer? Eating tomatoes can help prevent a certain disease. What disease is it? What does the “punch” in a punch perm refer to? Until when does New Year’s Day—the first day of the year—refer to? Who is the only Japanese deity among the Seven Lucky Gods? Ohagi and botamochi are the same food, but which one is made in autumn? What is the name of the event, mainly held in Nagasaki and Saga prefectures, in which the spirits of ancestors and Obon offerings are placed on a boat and floated down a river? Like humans, do dogs also lose their baby teeth and grow permanent teeth? Though both ‘momiji’ and ‘kaede’ color the autumn in similar ways, what is the difference between them? Scissors that have become dull can be revived by cutting something found in a household kitchen. What is that “something?” In which prefecture is the Gujo Odori, a Bon dance also known as the “All-Night Dance,” held? In prehistoric times, very few people got cavities. Why was that? If Obon arrives before the 49th day (after the passing), when will the first Obon (shinbon) be? ...to be continued [For Seniors] Fun and Informative Trivia Quiz Collection (1–10) When you feel a sneeze coming on, you can stop it by using a certain part of your body. How do you use that body part? You’re about to sneeze in a quiet place… In times like that, knowing this method could come in handy! The spot is a part of your face—close to your nose, where the sneeze comes from.
The answer is to press under your nose with your finger.
If you say it’s the spot Kato-chan from The Drifters presses when he does “Kato-chan, pe!” older people might get it right away.
That said, it seems that stopping a sneeze isn’t very good for your body, so try using this only when you really have to!
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What background color makes it easier to thread a needle? Threading a needle gets harder as we get older, doesn’t it? Even if your eyes can line up the needle’s eye and the thread, it’s still tricky to get the thread through that tiny hole.
But knowing this method can be really handy! I’m sure there are seniors who enjoy sewing, so be sure to pick up this tip through the quiz.
The answer to this quiz is yellow.
Because yellow is an expanding color, it makes the needle’s eye look a little larger, making it easier to thread.
Definitely give it a try!
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When is the expiration date for the ice cream? Cool and delicious ice cream—many of us eat it often.
Here’s a question: do you know when ice cream expires? If you’re near a freezer, try taking out some ice cream and checking the label.
You’ll probably find there’s no date listed.
That’s because, under food standards, commercially sold ice cream is allowed to omit a best-before date.
At temperatures of minus 18°C (0°F) or below, microorganisms hardly multiply and the product deteriorates very little, so no best-before date is required.
However, it’s a different story once the ice cream has warmed up or been opened.
So, as a rule, it’s recommended to eat it while it’s still fresh.
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Fabric softener used in laundry. It can be substituted with another item found at home—what is it? Have you ever realized you ran out of fabric softener after starting the laundry? It can be quite a hassle.
In such cases, you can substitute hair rinse or conditioner.
They contain ingredients that make fabrics feel soft and fluffy.
However, be careful not to pour them directly into the dispenser, as they can clog it.
Dissolve them in hot water before use.
Also note that ingredients and fragrances vary by product.
So, it’s best to avoid running out of fabric softener if possible.
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What is the most harvested fruit in Japan? In Japan, you can enjoy a variety of fruits depending on the season.
Here’s a question: Which fruit is harvested the most in Japan? Try to consider factors like the season and region.
The correct answer is mikan (satsuma mandarin).
To be precise, it’s the Unshū mikan, and its total weight exceeds 740,000 tons.
By the way, apples are in second place with over 660,000 tons, and watermelons are third with over 330,000 tons.
Comparing them like this shows just how many mikans are harvested.
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How many events have been held continuously from the first Olympic Games to the present?NEW! People tend to think the same events are held every time, but in fact, only five Olympic sports have continued without interruption since the first Games: athletics (track and field), swimming, artistic gymnastics, fencing, and cycling.
Some events that used to be included have been dropped or later reinstated—so it really varies by Olympics.
The Olympic program is decided by the International Olympic Committee at its Session, but if issues arise—such as doping problems or any concerns about the governance capacity of the international federations, commonly called IFs—sports can be excluded.
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If you heat a certain item in the microwave, it removes unpleasant odors inside the microwave. What is that item? One household appliance everyone uses is the microwave.
It’s very convenient, but because we put food in it, there’s a downside: it tends to get smelly.
We try cleaning it to get rid of the odor, but it can be stubborn.
In times like that, there’s a handy method to know.
Simply heating used tea leaves will eliminate the smell.
This works because of the catechins contained in tea.
By the way, if you leave the heated tea leaves inside for a few minutes afterward, it removes odors even more effectively.
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