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