For Seniors: Local Quizzes of Osaka Prefecture, from Famous Tourist Spots to Food

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As we get older, our memory tends to decline, and many people become concerned about diminishing cognitive function.

At such times, recalling memories from the past can provide excellent stimulation for the brain.

In this article, we present a trivia quiz related to Osaka Prefecture.

People from the Kansai region, of course, as well as those who have visited on a trip or seen it on TV, can enjoy it.

There are plenty of questions about long-standing symbols and local dialects.

Older adults who lived in the Kansai area will likely feel like kids again as they tackle the questions.

We hope you’ll use this article as a guide and enjoy a quiz all about Osaka!

[For Seniors] Osaka Prefecture Local Quiz: From Famous Sights to Foods (11–20)

Which station has the highest number of passengers boarding on the Osaka Metro?

Namba Station
Umeda Station (Osaka Station)
Tennoji Station

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Umeda Station (Osaka Station)

Osaka’s subway, commonly known as “Osaka Metro.” Umeda Station (Osaka Station) is the heart of Osaka, and because it connects to many subway lines as well as JR and private railways, it has the highest number of passengers. With numerous commercial facilities and office districts, it attracts a concentrated flow of users.

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What was the symbol of the 1970 Osaka Expo?

Five-storied pagoda
Tower of the Moon
Tower of the Sun

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Tower of the Sun

The Tower of the Sun, designed by the artist Taro Okamoto, has become one of Japan’s representative monuments.

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“551,” which is popular in Osaka, refers to what kind of shop?

Pork bun shop
Takoyaki shop
Gyoza restaurant

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Pork bun shop

"551 Horai" is a Chinese delicatessen that represents Osaka, and it now operates around 400 stores nationwide.

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Speaking of Osaka, Yoshimoto, which has many comedians, is famous. So, in what year was Yoshimoto founded?

the year 1912
the year 1920
the year 1945

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the year 1912

Yoshimoto Kogyo was founded in 1912 (the first year of the Taisho era). It is well known that the couple Sei Yoshimoto and Kichibei Yoshimoto began by running vaudeville theaters in Osaka. Even now, more than 100 years after its founding, Yoshimoto, which continues to produce popular comedians, is a source of pride for the people of Osaka.

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Kushikatsu, a soul food of Osaka—what do you put on it when you eat it?

soy sauce
Worcestershire sauce
ketchup

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Worcestershire sauce

In Osaka, the classic way to eat kushikatsu is with Worcestershire sauce. You dip the skewers into a large communal container of sauce, and because it’s shared with others, there’s a unique rule: no double-dipping. It’s a must-try food when you visit Osaka.

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What is Osaka Prefecture’s rank nationwide in terms of area?

45th
46th place
47th

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46th place

Osaka Prefecture has one of the largest populations in Japan, but its area ranks 46th out of the 47 prefectures—second smallest from the bottom. Incidentally, the smallest in area is Kagawa Prefecture, followed by Tokyo after Osaka.

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