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[For Seniors] Today’s recommended quiz. Daily brain-training quiz!
Many seniors love brain-training puzzles, don’t they?
This time, we’ve prepared a quiz related to today.
Every day is special, and each one often hides historical meanings or events.
For example, we’ll share fun facts that will make you go “Wow!” once you know the answers, such as “What kind of anniversary is this day?” or “What happened on this day in the past?”
The quiz will be updated daily, so use it as a reference and enjoy tackling it together with seniors!
[For Seniors] Today’s recommended quiz. Daily brain-training quizzes! (1–10)
What became widespread in Japan as a result of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics?
In 1964, the 18th Summer Olympics were held in Tokyo.
Along with that, something became widespread in Japan.
What was it? The answer is pictograms.
Simply put, pictograms are symbols that convey meanings or concepts.
They are also called picture words.
Examples include the figures indicating men’s and women’s restrooms, and the emergency exit sign.
For the Tokyo Olympics, pictograms for sports events and facilities were created as part of the hospitality effort.
Sports Quiz
“Who is the home run king of the world?” “Where is the 2024 Olympic Games being held?” These kinds of questions bring smiles to the faces of older adults.
That’s the Sports Quiz Activity! Quizzes about sports don’t just help recall knowledge—they also bring back past excitement and family memories.
You can have lively sports-themed conversations without any physical activity, so anyone can join safely while seated.
And even those who aren’t interested in sports might feel inspired to start exercising thanks to this quiz!
Showa-era Buzzword Quiz
Let’s use it for recall training! Here are some ideas for a Showa-era buzzword quiz.
This is a quiz I’d love for anyone who feels their memory has been declining lately to try.
It features questions about buzzwords from 1950, which is Showa 25! The video also has segments that look back on the situation and history of the time, so many of you might find it nostalgic.
The quiz is in a multiple-choice format with three options for each question, so feel free to give it a try.
Celebrity Name Rearrangement Quiz
Some older adults seem to watch a lot of television.
In that case, how about giving a quiz related to celebrities? Convert celebrity names into hiragana and scramble the letters.
Even the names of well-known celebrities turn into fun puzzles when mixed up.
And when you see the answer to a name you couldn’t figure out, you might think, “Oh, it was that person!” If you use the names of celebrities familiar to older adults, it will likely be even more engaging.
Olympic Quiz
I wonder how much seniors watch and enjoy the Olympics.
There must be many who vividly remember the achievements of Japanese athletes from years past.
Even people who aren’t usually interested in sports can’t help but get drawn in—let’s liven things up with a quiz focused on the global festival that is the Olympics! Learning about the history of the Games and the accomplishments of Japanese athletes could help you enjoy watching from a fresh perspective.
“Health and Sports Day” was renamed in 2019. After the renaming, what is the name of the public holiday on the second Monday of October?
Health and Sports Day is a national holiday established to commemorate the 1964 Olympics held in Japan.
In fact, it was renamed in 2019.
Do you know what the new name is? The correct answer is “Sports Day.” The reason for the change is that the word “sports” has a broader meaning than “physical education” and conveys a greater sense of enjoyment.
The date of the holiday also changed from October 10 to the second Monday of October.
On Sports Day, be sure to engage in sports or exercise that you enjoy.
October 10 is Public Bathhouse Day. What is something that is often painted on the walls of sento bathhouses?
October 10 is Sento Day.
In recent years, more and more “super sento” have appeared, offering saunas, stone spas, and dining areas.
But traditional sento have also become popular among young people as “Showa retro.” Here’s a question about sento: What is something that is often painted on the walls? The answer is Mount Fuji.
It’s said to be painted because it’s considered auspicious.
That said, this is more common around the Kanto region and not as prevalent in western Japan.