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[For Seniors] Take on the Setsubun Quiz! A comprehensive collection of diverse quizzes, including trivia, true-or-false, and spot-the-difference.

Social worker / Care workermoko
My name is Moko, a mother of three who admired my mother and worked in the care industry as a care worker and as a medical social worker (MSW) in a hospital. I will be drawing on my previous experience to write mainly about caregiving. Thank you in advance.
Certified Care Worker / Former Day Service StaffAbe Eri
I worked at a day service for seven years and obtained my Certified Care Worker qualification in 2019. I have provided meal assistance and bathing assistance, as well as led recreational activities that involve physical movement and cognitive stimulation. I enjoy drawing and crafting. My motto is: “With a smile, anything is possible!” and I try to live joyfully every day. I’m also doting on my beloved Chihuahua.

When it comes to Setsubun, most people think of bean-throwing and ehomaki, but surprisingly few may know the detailed origins and customs behind them.Why do we throw beans?What is the true meaning of Setsubun?…If you could learn the answers to those questions while having fun in a quiz format, this year’s Setsubun might become an even more special day.This time, we’re introducing a collection of quizzes about Setsubun.We’ve included a wide variety, from trivia and fun facts to true-or-false quizzes and silhouette quizzes!Try exchanging questions among seniors or using them in large-group recreation—enjoy a lively time that exercises the mind and sparks conversation.

[For Seniors] Take on Setsubun Quizzes! A diverse collection of quizzes—trivia, true-or-false, spot-the-difference, and more (21–30)

Fish Name Quiz

[Fish Market] [Guess the Fish Quiz] [Big Catch] This morning’s fish market: Friday, January 15 — landing report!

Fish Name Quiz

Japan has many fish that are in season in winter, such as yellowtail and tuna.

In regions like Kansai, there is a custom of eating “hiiragi iwashi” on Setsubun—grilled sardine heads skewered on holly branches—so you’ll never run out of winter-themed fish quiz questions.

For older adults, using legends and sayings related to those fish as hints can make the quiz even more exciting.

It’s a game you’ll definitely start craving food during while doing the activity—perfect to hold in February.

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Hoshino Takashi

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In conclusion

A Setsubun quiz is a wonderful recreation that lets you deepen your understanding of a traditional Japanese event while having fun.

There are various formats—from true-or-false questions and spot-the-difference to riddles—so choose the ones that suit your mood and participants that day.

Time spent puzzling things out together and sharing laughs will surely relax both mind and body.

May this year’s Setsubun be a day filled with smiles.