[For Seniors] Hiroshima Prefecture Local Quiz: A collection of questions packed with regional charm, from tourist attractions to famous local foods.

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Hiroshima Prefecture is home to numerous captivating sightseeing spots, local specialties, and little-known historical tales.

This time, we’re introducing a local Hiroshima quiz that seniors can enjoy together.

From Miyajima’s rice paddles and the World Heritage Site Itsukushima Shrine, to locations that served as sacred settings for a famous Studio Ghibli film…

Let’s rediscover the charms of Hiroshima along with nostalgic memories! Through the quiz, why not savor Hiroshima’s appeal—its long-cherished food culture, traditional crafts, and buildings imbued with prayers for peace—that continue to be passed down across generations?

[For Seniors] Hiroshima Prefecture Local Quiz: A set of questions packed with regional charms like tourist attractions and local gourmet specialties (11–20)

In Hiroshima Prefecture, what meat is used in the dish called “wani cuisine”?

shark meat
wild boar meat
frog meat

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shark meat

In some areas of Hiroshima Prefecture, especially in Miyoshi City, people have long eaten shark meat, which they call “wani.” The custom of eating it with a special vinegared miso sauce remains today, particularly as a delicacy for New Year’s celebrations and for ceremonial occasions such as weddings and funerals. As for why it’s called “wani,” one theory is that people in the past saw the shark’s large mouth and teeth and called it “wani” (wa-ni = a large fish).

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In conclusion

How did you enjoy the local quiz exploring the lesser-known charms of Hiroshima Prefecture? The questions covering sightseeing spots, history, culture, and cuisine are sure to be a perfect topic to enjoy together with seniors. We hope you’ll spend time rediscovering Hiroshima’s appeal while sharing nostalgic memories.