[Nara Prefecture Local Quiz] Introducing a multiple-choice quiz for seniors (three options)!

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Nara Prefecture is a treasure trove of history and culture, known as the ancient capital of Nara.

Many shrines and temples, including Todai-ji and Kasuga Taisha, stand side by side, preserving the atmosphere of old Japan.

This time, we present a set of quiz questions about Nara Prefecture designed for older adults.

By tackling various questions related to history and culture, seniors can train their brains and help maintain cognitive function.

The quizzes are in an easy-to-approach, multiple-choice (three-option) format.

Working on them together in a large group makes it fun and helps encourage social interaction.

Please make good use of these quizzes!

[Nara Prefecture Local Quiz] Introducing a three-choice quiz for seniors! (1–10)

Which of the following is a place famous for cherry blossoms in Nara Prefecture?

Asuka Village
Yoshino Town
Tenkawa Village

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Yoshino Town

Mount Yoshino in Yoshino Town is one of Japan’s most renowned cherry blossom spots. From early to mid-April, the entire mountain appears blanketed with wild Yoshino cherry trees (Shiroyamazakura).

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In the Nara dialect, what does “otoroshii” mean?

It's a hassle.
boring
strict

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It's a hassle.

“Otoroshii” can mean “bothersome.” Its usage can also vary by region within Nara Prefecture. For example, in the Yoshino area it is often used to mean “terrifying.”

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What is Nara Prefecture’s “Kashihara City” called?

Kashiwahara City
Katagirashi
Kashihara City

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Kashihara City

Kashihara City, located in the northwestern part of Nara, has a population of 120,000, the second largest after Nara City.

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[Nara Prefecture Local Quiz] Introducing a 3-choice quiz for seniors! (11–20)

The mountain ranges in Nara are the Kii Mountains, the Kongō Mountains, the Takami Mountains, and what is the other one?

Ibuki Mountains
Ikoma Mountains
Rokkō Mountains

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Ikoma Mountains

The Ikoma Mountains are a hilly mountain range that separates Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara.

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Which of the following comedians is from Nara Prefecture?

Kiyoshi Nishikawa
Downtown Matsumoto
Sanma Akashiya

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Sanma Akashiya

Akashiya Sanma was born in Wakayama Prefecture and moved to Nara Prefecture when he was three years old. In fact, he is said to have even taken the entrance exam for Todaiji Gakuen, one of Nara’s leading religious schools.

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In Yamato-Koriyama City, Nara Prefecture, the sales volume of a certain fish ranks first in Japan. What is the name of that fish?

tuna
sardine
goldfish

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goldfish

Various types, such as common goldfish (Wakin) and telescope goldfish (Demekin), are sold. The number is said to be about 70 million per year.

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In the Nara dialect, what does “nagatan” mean?

kitchen knife
cutting board
rice paddle

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kitchen knife

“Nagatān” is a dialect word in Nara Prefecture that means “kitchen knife.” In Nara, people call a kitchen knife “nagatān.” Its etymology is thought to derive from a variation of the term “saitō” (literally “vegetable knife”).

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