[For Elementary School Students] Kanagawa Prefecture Local Quiz! Three-Choice Questions Fun for Both Kids and Adults

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Kanagawa Prefecture is full of famous spots you’ve probably heard of at least once, such as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, Yokohama Chinatown, and Enoshima.

Here’s a local Kanagawa-themed quiz designed for elementary school students.

It includes a wide range of questions—from basics like “What is the prefectural capital?” and “What is the prefectural flower?” to slightly more thought-provoking ones like “What is the only village in the prefecture?” Try it with your family to spark conversation and help with social studies learning.

Have fun studying while rediscovering the charms of Kanagawa Prefecture!

[For Elementary School Students] Kanagawa Prefecture Local Quiz! 3-Choice Questions (1–10) That Kids and Adults Can Enjoy

Which is the largest lake in Kanagawa Prefecture?

Lake Sagami
Lake Miyagase
Lake Ashi

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Lake Ashi

The largest lake in Kanagawa Prefecture is Lake Ashi. Located in Hakone Town, it’s a popular tourist destination. You can take a sightseeing cruise on the lake or enjoy a stroll while taking in the scenery. The views change with the seasons, and the beautiful sight of the lake spreading out with Mount Fuji in the background has become a symbol of Hakone tourism.

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What is the name of the temple that houses the Great Buddha of Kamakura, a symbol of the city?

Kencho-ji Temple
Kotoku-in (Kōtoku-in)
Tōdai-ji (Todai-ji Temple)

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Kotoku-in (Kōtoku-in)

The temple that houses the Great Buddha representing Kamakura, known as the Kamakura Great Buddha, is called Kotoku-in. The statue is about 11 meters tall, made of bronze, and is impressively large and powerful. It’s a famous sightseeing spot in Kamakura, attracting many visitors every year. You can even go inside the statue, which is one of its charms, allowing you to feel its size up close.

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What is the official name of the famous Great Buddha located in Kamakura City?

Amitabha Buddha
Shakyamuni Buddha
Bhaiṣajyaguru (Medicine Buddha)

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Amitabha Buddha

The statue famous as the Great Buddha of Kamakura is the image of Amitabha (Amida Nyorai). It stands about 11 meters tall and is a large outdoor bronze statue. Designated as a National Treasure, it is one of Kamakura’s most iconic tourist sites, attracting many visitors every year. Seen up close, its size and beauty are truly impressive.

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[For Elementary School Students] Kanagawa Local Quiz! 3-Choice Questions That Kids and Adults Can Enjoy (11–20)

What dessert was first sold in Japan on Bashamichi in Yokohama?

pudding
ice cream
shortcake

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ice cream

Ice cream was first sold in Japan on May 9, 1869. It was called “aisu kurin.” At the time, it was made only from milk, eggs, and sugar, and the process was very elaborate. As a result, it was very expensive—equivalent to about 8,000 yen today. For people in the past, ice cream was a special treat.

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Which of the following is the origin of the name Yokohama?

Because a long beach stretched out sideways
Because a strong wind is blowing from the side.
Because it’s a town that Mr. Yokoyama built.

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Because a long beach stretched out sideways

The name Yokohama was given because there used to be a long beach stretching sideways. Long ago, there was a wide sandy shore along the sea in this area, and people used it as a landmark in their daily lives. Today, ports and the city have developed, so the old beach is hardly visible, but the town’s name still preserves the shape of the natural landscape from the past.

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Speaking of Yokohama’s specialty “Kiyoken,” what comes to mind as its signature item?

Shumai
gyoza
Takoyaki

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Shumai

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In which area is the iconic Yokohama Landmark Tower in Kanagawa Prefecture located?

Minato Mirai
Enoshima
Kamakura

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Minato Mirai

Yokohama Landmark Tower is a tall building located in the Minato Mirai area of Yokohama. It stands 296 meters high, and from the top you can see views of Yokohama Port and Mount Fuji. The building houses corporate offices, a hotel, and shops, so visitors can enjoy shopping and dining. As a symbol of Yokohama, it is a popular tourist spot visited by many people.

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