How many can you solve? Test your spring knowledge with a trivia quiz about March!
When it comes to March, it’s packed with all sorts of occasions and events like Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day), White Day, and graduation ceremonies, isn’t it?That said, there are probably quite a few things about them that we think we know but actually don’t.How much do you know about the hina dolls displayed for Hinamatsuri, the country where White Day originated, and customs surrounding graduation ceremonies?In this article, we’ll present plenty of trivia about March in a quiz format.We cover a wide range of seasonal trivia that will make you exclaim, “So that’s how it is!”—you’re sure to discover something new.Be sure to give it a try with your family and friends!
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How many can you solve? Test your spring knowledge with a trivia quiz about March! (11–20)
Why is it that people give the second button of their school uniform to the person they have feelings for at the graduation ceremony?
- Because it's the button closest to the heart.
- Because it’s the button we use the most when adjusting our uniform.
- Because it’s a custom passed down by soldiers during World War II.
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Because it's the button closest to the heart.
The custom of giving away the second button at graduation stems from the idea that the second button on a school uniform jacket (gakuran) sits closest to the heart. By giving the part closest to one’s heart—symbolically, “giving one’s heart”—students present it to someone they have feelings for. Considered a romantic confession, this practice has spread within Japanese student culture.
What kind of meaning does the holiday of the Vernal Equinox Day have?
- A day to praise nature and cherish living beings
- A day to celebrate the beginning of a new year
- Day to mourn the victims of war
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A day to praise nature and cherish living beings
The Vernal Equinox Day is one of Japan’s national holidays, founded on the principle of “praising nature and cherishing all living things.” It is set around the time of the vernal equinox, when day and night are nearly equal in length. In celebration, it is regarded as a day to give thanks for nature’s bounty and to renew our commitment to valuing the lives of all living beings.
What sweets are typically eaten on Hinamatsuri (the Doll’s Festival)?
- chimaki (a Japanese sticky rice dumpling wrapped in bamboo leaves; in Chinese contexts, often called zongzi)
- kashiwa mochi (oak leaf-wrapped rice cake)
- Hina-arare (colorful rice crackers for Hinamatsuri)
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Hina-arare (colorful rice crackers for Hinamatsuri)
A representative sweet eaten during Hinamatsuri is hina-arare. These are colorful rice crackers in white, pink, and green, and they come in various shapes and flavors. The colors evoke the image of the Peach Festival, and they are enjoyed as a treat that brings a sense of spring.
What does the leaf wrapped around sakuramochi taste like?
- sweet
- slightly bitter
- salty
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salty
The cherry leaves used for sakuramochi are often lightly salted, so the leaves themselves have a briny taste. This salty flavor enhances the sweetness of the sakuramochi, allowing you to enjoy its distinctive taste.
Which tree’s pollen reaches its peak in March?
- Japanese cedar (sugi)
- Hinoki (Japanese cypress)
- ginkgo
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Japanese cedar (sugi)
In Japan, a large amount of cedar pollen is dispersed in early spring, and it is a leading cause of hay fever. In particular, March is the peak of pollen dispersion, so if you suffer from hay fever, please take thorough precautions.