[General] Surprisingly unknown? Test your geography skills with a three-choice quiz on Japan’s prefectures
How much do you know about the prefecture you live in?Japan has 47 prefectures, but there are plenty of things we surprisingly don’t know or can’t quite remember—like trivia about geography, sightseeing spots, and local specialties.In this article, we’ll present a multiple-choice quiz about Japan’s prefectures with three options for each question.Even if you think, “I definitely know this!”, you may find yourself hesitating once the choices are in front of you.We’ve gathered a wide range of questions—from those you can solve with general knowledge to ones that will really make you think.It’s great for getting excited with family and friends, or for taking your time to tackle on your own.Feel free to give it a try!
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[General] Surprisingly unknown? Test your geography skills with a three-choice prefecture quiz (11–20)
Lake Towada spans two prefectures. Akita Prefecture and which other prefecture?
- Aomori Prefecture
- Iwate Prefecture
- Yamagata Prefecture
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Aomori Prefecture
Lake Towada, located on the border between Akita and Aomori Prefectures, is the 12th largest lake in Japan, but it is known as the third deepest lake in the country.
Which place is twinned as a sister beach with Waikiki Beach in Hawaii?
- Yuigahama
- Shirarahama Beach
- Shichirigahama
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Shirarahama Beach
The correct answer is Shirarahama Beach in Shirahama Town, Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture. This beach is distinguished by its finest feature: pure white, silky quartz sand stretching for about 620 meters. Owing to its excellent resort environment and visual similarities, it formed a “Friendship Sister Beach” partnership in 2000 with Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA. In summer, colorful parasols bloom across the shore, making it a popular tourist spot where you can enjoy a tropical resort atmosphere without leaving Japan.
How many prefectures are not facing the sea?
- six
- seven
- eight
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eight
Eight—surprisingly many, right? The answers were Shiga, Nara, Nagano, Yamanashi, Gifu, Saitama, Gunma, and Tochigi. Were you able to name them all?
In which prefecture is Inuyama Castle, considered to have the oldest original keep in Japan, located?
- Aichi Prefecture
- Kyoto Prefecture
- Hyogo Prefecture
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Aichi Prefecture
Inuyama Castle in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture, is said to be the oldest wooden castle keep in Japan. During the Muromachi period, in Tenbun 6 (1537), Oda Nobuyasu—uncle of the famous Oda Nobunaga—constructed the castle.
Which prefecture is home to the Shimanto River, the longest river in Shikoku?
- Kagawa Prefecture
- Ehime Prefecture
- Kochi Prefecture
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Kochi Prefecture
The Shimanto River, the longest river in Shikoku at 196 km in length, is located in Kochi Prefecture. Along with the Kakita River in Shizuoka Prefecture and the Nagara River in Gifu Prefecture, it is known as one of the Three Clear-Flowing Rivers of Japan.
In which prefecture is Yakushima, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, located?
- Okinawa Prefecture
- Kagoshima Prefecture
- Nagasaki Prefecture
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Kagoshima Prefecture
Yakushima in Kagoshima Prefecture was the first site in Japan to be inscribed by UNESCO as a natural World Heritage site. It is an island of captivating beauty, blessed with rich nature exemplified by the ancient Yakusugi cedars, along with diverse plants and primeval forests.
[General] Surprisingly unknown? Test your geography skills with a three-choice quiz on prefectures (21–30)
Which prefecture is the Suzuka Circuit in?
- Osaka Prefecture
- Shiga Prefecture
- Mie Prefecture
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Mie Prefecture
Located in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, Suzuka Circuit is known as Japan’s first full-scale international racing course and attracts many motorsports fans. It’s also popular as an amusement park, offering a variety of attractions for everyone from children to adults.
