The Forgotten Castles of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture
  • 1. What is the name of the famous castle located in Matsue?
A) Matsue Castle
B) Himeji Castle
C) Nagoya Castle
D) Osaka Castle
  • 2. In which year was Matsue Castle completed?
A) 1630
B) 1601
C) 1611
D) 1503
  • 3. What is unique about Matsue Castle compared to other Japanese castles?
A) It has a moat with no water.
B) It was destroyed during WWII.
C) It is one of the few that still retains its original wooden keep.
D) It was built entirely out of stone.
  • 4. Which river is Matsue Castle located near?
A) Tamagawa River
B) Ohashi River
C) Sumida River
D) Kamo River
  • 5. Which element is often found atop Matsue Castle?
A) Koi
B) Dragon
C) Turtle
D) Shachihoko
  • 6. What designation has Matsue Castle received in terms of cultural heritage?
A) Important Cultural Property
B) UNESCO World Heritage Site
C) Cultural Landscape
D) National Treasure of Japan
  • 7. What purpose do the installations within Matsue Castle serve?
A) Religious rituals
B) Defense and living quarters
C) Market stalls
D) Tourist attractions
  • 8. How can tourists access Matsue Castle?
A) By private helicopter
B) By foot or public transportation
C) By boat only
D) By cable car only
  • 9. Matsue Castle is particularly famous for what seasonal view?
A) Cherry blossoms in spring
B) Snow in winter
C) Sunflowers in summer
D) Autumn leaves
  • 10. What feature surrounds Matsue Castle?
A) A wall of fire
B) A bridge
C) A moat
D) A garden
  • 11. What kind of view can you expect from the top of Matsue Castle?
A) View of the ocean
B) Panoramic view of Matsue city
C) View of Mount Fuji
D) View of Kyoto
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