Fun facts quiz about Prince Naka no Ōe: Trivia about a central figure of the Asuka period (for seniors)

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Prince Naka no Ōe was a central figure who shaped politics during the Asuka period and, in his later years, ascended the throne as emperor, making him one of the most important figures in Japanese history.

In this article, we’ll introduce quizzes about the reforms he carried out and fun facts related to him!

We’ve gathered not only topics you might remember from Japanese history classes but also lesser-known details, so please enjoy and give it a try.

If you come across something new this time, take the opportunity to remember it and deepen your knowledge of history.

Trivia Quiz on Prince Naka no Ōe: Fun Facts about a Central Figure of the Asuka Period [For Seniors] (11–20)

What is the name of the battle that was initiated in an attempt to restore Baekje on the Korean Peninsula?

Battle of Baekgang
Jishō–Juei War
Jinshin War

See the answer

Battle of Baekgang

The Battle of Baekgang was fought against the allied forces of Tang and Silla, and Prince Naka no Ōe launched this campaign aiming to restore Baekje on the Korean Peninsula. However, Japan was defeated in the battle, and the restoration of Baekje was not achieved.

Raise the rankinglower

Hane Keisuke