Trivia Quiz On Japanese Food

Pointing chopsticks at someone is considered impolite in many Asian cultures, including Japan and China. It is seen as a gesture that resembles accusing or threatening someone, and is therefore seen as disrespectful. It is important to handle chopsticks with care and avoid pointing them at others to show respect and good manners.

The correct answer is "pan" because "pan" is the word that means "bread" in English.

Leaving a large tip is not customary in Japanese restaurants. In Japan, tipping is not a common practice and can even be seen as rude or offensive. The service charge is usually included in the bill, so there is no need to leave an additional tip.

The correct answer is (o)mizu. In Japanese, "mizu" means water. The other options, "niku" means meat, "sakana" means fish, and "ocha" means tea. Therefore, (o)mizu is the correct answer for the word water in Japanese.

Refusing food or drink directly is not considered okay in many cultures as it can be seen as impolite or disrespectful. It is important to politely decline the offer by providing a valid reason or expressing gratitude for the gesture. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

The given statement is false. The traditional Japanese diet does not consist of hamburgers and chips. Instead, it typically includes rice, pickled vegetables, fish, and soybean products.

The correct answer is "ocha". "Ocha" is a Japanese word that means green tea. The other options, "koocha", "ocha", and "(o)mizu" do not specifically refer to green tea. "Oishii" means delicious in Japanese and is not related to green tea.

Koocha is the correct answer because it is a beverage that can be consumed. Gohan refers to cooked rice, tamago refers to eggs, and yasai refers to vegetables, none of which are typically consumed as a drink.

"Sakana" is the correct answer because it is a Japanese word that means "fish" in English. Fish is a type of food that can be eaten. "Resutoran" means "restaurant" and refers to a place where you can eat, but it is not something you can eat. "Ocha" means "tea" and "oishii" means "delicious," but they are not specific food items that can be eaten. Therefore, "sakana" is the only option that fits the criteria of something you can eat.

In Japan, it is true that if you want to have a refill on your cup of coffee, you will need to pay the full price again. Unlike in some other countries where refills are often offered for free or at a discounted price, in Japan it is common for customers to pay the full price for each cup of coffee they consume, including refills. This cultural practice is influenced by the emphasis on quality and the value placed on each individual serving.

The given answer is the correct translation of the phrase "Sumimasen, o-mizu, o-negai-shimasu" into hiragana. It accurately represents the pronunciation and meaning of the original phrase, which is a polite way of saying "Excuse me, water, please."

The correct answer is "たべものと のみもの" which means "food and drink" in hiragana.