[Killing Time] A Collection of Fun Trivia Quizzes You'll Want to Share with Someone
Up for a fun way to pass the time? Try our trivia quiz and fun facts about the world! From beginner-friendly questions you may have heard before to advanced ones that will make you go, “Wait, it means that?”, this article has plenty to enjoy.
It might sound challenging, but each question is multiple choice with three options, so it’s great to play with kids too! Why not liven up family time or a party with lots of people by giving it a try?
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Japanese Trivia & Everyday Knowledge Quiz (11–20)
What is Anpanman bad at?
- play (theatrical performance)
- Confectionery
- arithmetic
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play (theatrical performance)
Anpanman, the protagonist of “Go! Anpanman,” isn’t good at acting in plays. Although he bravely stands up to villains like Baikinman, he gets nervous when it comes to acting on stage and seems unable to perform properly.
How many ghosts are there in the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland?
- 50 people
- 99 people
- 999 people
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999 people
Disneyland’s hugely popular attraction, the Haunted Mansion, is home to 999 ghosts. They say the ghosts have been waiting for the 1,000th ghost to join them. And inside the Haunted Mansion, there’s actually one person who’s still alive! See if you can find them.
What is something you won’t find in the restrooms at the Disney Resort?
- mirror
- hand-washing area
- baby crib
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mirror
There are no mirrors installed in the restrooms at the Disney Resort. There are two reasons for this: one is to reduce the time people spend stopped in front of mirrors for things like touching up makeup, promoting smoother use. The other is said to be to prevent guests from seeing their own reflection and being pulled out of the world of dreams back into reality.
What is the most harvested fruit in Japan?
- mandarin orange
- Apple
- None
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mandarin orange
In 2021 (Reiwa 3), the top fruit by harvest volume in Japan was mikan (mandarins) at about 75 tons, followed by apples at about 70 tons, and pears in third at about 21 tons. The harvest volumes of mikan and apples are far ahead of third-place pears!
Who was the first person in Japan to use a pen name?
- Osamu Dazai
- Murasaki Shikibu
- Sei Shōnagon
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Murasaki Shikibu
Murasaki Shikibu, famous as the author of The Tale of Genji, was the first person in Japan to use a pen name. Her real name, as well as her exact birth and death dates, are not known. The same is true of contemporaries such as Sei Shōnagon and Izumi Shikibu.
What dishes were prepared using Jomon pottery?
- Soup
- bread
- Cookie
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Cookie
In the Jomon pottery period, cookie-like foods were made. In fact, items resembling cookies have been found at Jomon-era archaeological sites. It is believed that people of the time used flours made from acorns and chestnuts to create foods similar to modern cookies.
Regarding domestic destinations for high school field trips, Osaka ranks third and Kyoto ranks second—so which place is number one?
- Okinawa Prefecture
- Nagasaki Prefecture
- Hokkaido
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Nagasaki Prefecture (Educational Travel Survey (Domestic, Overseas, and Inbound) | Japan School Trip Association）
Nagasaki is filled with deep history—from being the sole trading port during the era of national isolation to stories and reflections related to the atomic bombing. In addition to learning about this history, the ability to experience its unique culture in a city with excellent accessibility is said to be a key reason for its popularity.
