Akita Prefecture Local Quiz! A fun workbook for elementary school students that adults can enjoy too
We’ve put together a fun set of local quizzes to help you learn all about Akita Prefecture! Aimed at elementary school students, the questions cover a wide range of topics—from famous foods like Akitakomachi rice and kiritanpo, to traditional culture such as Namahage and samurai residences, and even the secrets of Lake Tazawa, the deepest lake in Japan.
Some questions will make you think, “I know this!” while others will surprise you with, “Wait, really?” They’re perfect for tackling as a parent-child team, reviewing lessons at school, or prepping for a trip to Akita.
Kids and adults alike—enjoy together!
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Akita Prefecture Local Quiz! A Fun Workbook for Elementary School Students That Adults Can Enjoy Too (11–20)
What is the traditional Akita wooden craft ‘magewappa’ most commonly used for?
- bento box
- baseball bat
- cup
See the answer
bento box
It’s a container made by bending wooden boards such as Akita cedar. When used as a lunch box, the wood gently absorbs moisture from the rice, so it still tastes good even after it cools. It’s a traditional Japanese item that has been used for generations—a convenient, eco-friendly container that lets you enjoy the warmth and aroma of wood while you eat.
In conclusion
Through a local quiz for elementary school students related to Akita Prefecture, you may have felt the unique charms of the region—such as the natural beauty of the Shirakami Mountains, kiritanpo, and Namahage.
If you tackle the quiz together with an elementary school-aged child, it can greatly expand their interest in geography and culture.
And if the quiz inspires you to actually visit Akita Prefecture, that would be a wonderful first step in learning as well.


