VOICED : Descendientes samurai en Espana

In Coria del Río, a small town in Andalucía, 700 residents bear the rare surname 'Japón', believed to be descendants of a 17th-century Japanese diplomatic mission. Recently, Japan's Crown Prince Narushito visited the town, honoring the samurai who led the mission to Spain. The visit rekindled historical ties, with locals expressing pride in their unique heritage. A potential genetic study aims to confirm these ancestral links, suggesting the visit was more of a family reunion than a discovery.

What is the significance of the surname 'Japón' in Coria del Río?

• It is related to a local legend about a samurai.

• It is a common Spanish surname.

• It indicates possible descent from a Japanese diplomatic mission.

• It is a newly adopted surname by the residents.

What event did Crown Prince Narushito participate in during his visit to Coria del Río?

• He attended a local festival.

• He inaugurated a new cultural center.

• He opened a new embassy.

• He planted a traditional Japanese cherry tree.

Who was the leader of the Japanese delegation that arrived in Spain in 1613?

• A Spanish noble

• A samurai

• A Japanese emperor

• A local mayor

How does Angelita González Japón feel about her Japanese heritage?

• Ashamed

• Confused

• Proud

• Indifferent

What did a Japanese newspaper report about the residents of Coria del Río?

• They are building a museum dedicated to Japanese history.

• Researchers are planning a genetic study to confirm their ancestry.

• They are organizing a festival to celebrate Japanese culture.

• They are planning a cultural exchange program.