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[For Seniors] Niigata Prefecture Local Quiz Collection
This article is for those looking for an exciting “local trivia” quiz.
When you hear “Niigata Prefecture,” what comes to mind?
It’s famous for its heavy snowfall and delicious rice and sake.
Some older adults may have traveled there before.
This quiz is packed with the many charms of Niigata Prefecture.
It also introduces local specialties and celebrities, as well as unique dialects and place names.
Give it a try while sharing your memories!
[For Seniors] Niigata Prefecture Local Quiz Collection (1–10)
What is the name of the pear that is famous in Niigata Prefecture?
- negligee
- Le Lectier
- Le Lectier
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Le Lectier
“Le Lectier” is a pear variety grown in Niigata Prefecture. It’s large in size, with a sweet, juicy flavor. The skin is thin and the texture is pleasant, so you can eat it with the skin on.
What kind of dango is the traditional snack of Niigata Prefecture?
- sauce-glazed dumplings
- Hegi Dango
- Sasa dango
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Sasa dango
“Sasa dango” are rice dumplings made by wrapping glutinous rice in bamboo leaves and steaming them. They’re often eaten at celebrations such as Tango no Sekku (Children’s Day). With their unique appearance and distinctive flavor, they’re a popular treat.
Niigata Prefecture’s specialty, “hegisoba.” What does “hegi” mean?
- a type of buckwheat flour
- a bowl for eating soba
- The skill of making soba noodles
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a bowl for eating soba
“Hegi” refers to a wooden serving vessel with dividers. This hegi is a dish designed to make soba taste better and easier to eat.
Among the three famous ‘Sado’ places in Japan, which one is the island located in Niigata Prefecture?
- Sado Island
- Awaji Island
- Oki Islands
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Sado Island
"The three great Sados of Japan" refers to Sado Island, Iki Island, and Tsushima. Among them, the one located in Niigata Prefecture is Sado Island.
Among the edamame varieties from Niigata Prefecture, which ones are particularly famous?
- edamame (cha-mame soybeans)
- lucky beans
- sweet beans
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edamame (cha-mame soybeans)
One famous edamame variety from Niigata Prefecture is called “chamame.” As the name suggests, it turns brown when boiled. It has a rich flavor, large beans, and pronounced sweetness.
What does the Niigata dialect word “najirane” mean?
- What time is it?
- How is it?
- Where is it?
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How is it?
The Niigata dialect phrase “najirane” is used with the meaning of “How is it?” in standard Japanese. It’s a classic greeting used when asking how someone is doing.
Niigata Prefecture’s “Echigohime.” What fruit is it?
- persimmon
- strawberry
- grapes
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strawberry
Echigohime is a strawberry variety from Niigata Prefecture. It features large berries with a rich aroma and a well-balanced sweetness and acidity.