Japan: Culture & Geography

In which part of the world is Japan located?

• South America

• Eastern Asia

• Northern Europe

• Central Africa

What city is the capital of Japan and home to many government buildings and businesses?

• Osaka

• Kyoto

• Tokyo

• Sapporo

Japan is mainly made up of how many large islands?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 10

Which ocean lies next to Japan and affects its weather and trade?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

What is the name of a well-known Japanese food made with rice and often raw fish or vegetables?

• Pizza

• Tacos

• Sushi

• Pasta

Because Japan sits on the “Ring of Fire,” which natural disaster happens there often?

• Tornadoes

• Hurricanes

• Earthquakes

• Blizzards

Which mountain is the highest in Japan and also a famous symbol in Japanese culture?

• Mount Fuji

• Mount Takao

• Mount Hakkoda

• Mount Kita

What is a traditional Japanese outfit that people sometimes wear to festivals and special events?

• Kimono

• Poncho

• Sarong

• Tunic

What is the name of Japan’s currency?

• Dollar

• Peso

• Yen

• Euro

Which of these products is one of Japan’s most important exports?

• Gold

• Automobiles

• Bananas

• Oil