The Forgotten Castles of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture
  • 1. What is the name of the famous castle located in Matsue?
A) Himeji Castle
B) Osaka Castle
C) Matsue Castle
D) Nagoya Castle
  • 2. In which year was Matsue Castle completed?
A) 1611
B) 1601
C) 1503
D) 1630
  • 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 was built entirely out of stone.
D) It is one of the few that still retains its original wooden keep.
  • 4. Which river is Matsue Castle located near?
A) Ohashi River
B) Kamo River
C) Sumida River
D) Tamagawa River
  • 5. What feature surrounds Matsue Castle?
A) A moat
B) A wall of fire
C) A bridge
D) A garden
  • 6. Which element is often found atop Matsue Castle?
A) Dragon
B) Shachihoko
C) Koi
D) Turtle
  • 7. What designation has Matsue Castle received in terms of cultural heritage?
A) National Treasure of Japan
B) Important Cultural Property
C) Cultural Landscape
D) UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 8. What purpose do the installations within Matsue Castle serve?
A) Market stalls
B) Defense and living quarters
C) Tourist attractions
D) Religious rituals
  • 9. What kind of view can you expect from the top of Matsue Castle?
A) Panoramic view of Matsue city
B) View of the ocean
C) View of Mount Fuji
D) View of Kyoto
  • 10. How can tourists access Matsue Castle?
A) By cable car only
B) By foot or public transportation
C) By boat only
D) By private helicopter
  • 11. Matsue Castle is particularly famous for what seasonal view?
A) Snow in winter
B) Cherry blossoms in spring
C) Sunflowers in summer
D) Autumn leaves
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