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