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What is the hot spring resort that represents Gunma Prefecture, famous for its yumomi show? What do you call the cold north wind that blows in winter? What is the good-luck charm that originated in Gunma Prefecture? This time, we bring you a local quiz related to Gunma Prefecture.
For those from Gunma or who have visited on a trip, these might be easy questions! We’ve also included quizzes about famous sightseeing spots and local gourmet foods familiar from TV, so even people without ties to Gunma can enjoy them.
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[For Seniors] Gunma Prefecture Local Quiz! Brain Training to Deepen Your Knowledge with Specialty Products, Local Gourmet Foods, and Hot Spring Resorts (1–10)
What do you call the cold and very strong north wind that blows fiercely in Gunma Prefecture in winter?NEW!
- Yamase
- karakkaze (dry winter wind)
- the first strong spring wind
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karakkaze (dry winter wind)
When it comes to winter specialties in Gunma Prefecture, it has to be the “Jōshū no Karakkaze” (the dry, gusty wind of Jōshū). It occurs because dry, cold air that has dropped snow on the Sea of Japan side descends over the mountains and blows down into the Gunma side.
What is the gray or white food, indispensable for oden and simmered dishes, for which Gunma Prefecture boasts the highest production in Japan?NEW!
- konjac
- hanpen
- chikuwa
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konjac
Gunma Prefecture leads Japan in the production of konjac (konnyaku) potatoes, accounting for the majority of the national share. Low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, it is a popular ingredient among health-conscious people.
What is the name of the udon, one of Japan’s three most famous udon varieties found in Gunma Prefecture, characterized by slightly thick, firm, and translucent noodles?NEW!
- Mizusawa Udon
- Inaniwa udon
- Sanuki udon
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Mizusawa Udon
Mizusawa udon is a historic type of udon said to have begun as offerings served to worshippers at Mizusawa-dera (Mizusawa Kannon) in Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture. The noodles are slightly thick, very firm and chewy, and characterized by a translucent white color, and they are counted among Japan’s three great udon varieties.
What is the famous vegetable from the Shimonita area of Gunma Prefecture that becomes meltingly tender and sweet when simmered?NEW!
That long, white vegetable that’s essential for sukiyaki and hot pots.
- daikon radish
- green onion
- Chinese cabbage
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green onion
Shimonita green onions are a specialty product of Shimonita Town in Gunma Prefecture. They are thick and short, and when cooked they become very sweet with a silky, melt-in-the-mouth texture, making them a beloved winter delicacy across Japan that is indispensable for dishes like sukiyaki and hot pots.
What is the Gunma specialty that consists of skewered wheat-flour dough grilled with a sweet and savory miso sauce?NEW!
- oyaki (a Japanese stuffed dumpling or bun, typically from Nagano)
- yakimanju (grilled sweet buns)
- Gohei-mochi
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yakimanju (grilled sweet buns)
The correct answer is “yakimanju.” It’s Gunma Prefecture’s soul food: fluffy steamed buns skewered on bamboo sticks, slathered with a sweet and savory miso glaze, and grilled until nicely browned. It’s cherished by many as a nostalgic flavor.
It’s said that the shape of Gunma Prefecture resembles a certain “bird.” Which bird is it?NEW!
- crane
- Swan
- eagle
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crane
It is said that the shape of Gunma Prefecture resembles a crane flying with its wings spread. In the Jomo Karuta, the “tsu” card reads, “Gunma, shaped like a dancing crane,” an expression very familiar to the people of Gunma.
In Gunma Prefecture’s old provincial name, it is still called “◯shū” or “◯mō.” Which kanji goes in the ◯?NEW!
- up; above; on; over; top
- middle
- down
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up; above; on; over; top
The former provincial name of Gunma Prefecture was “Kōzuke no Kuni,” and even today it is affectionately known as “Jōshū” or “Jōmō.” The “Jōmō Karuta,” which features poems about Gunma’s history and famous sites, is so well known that many residents have it memorized.