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The Forgotten Castles of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture
Contributed by: Miller
  • 1. What is the name of the famous castle located in Matsue?
A) Himeji Castle
B) Matsue Castle
C) Osaka Castle
D) Nagoya Castle
  • 2. In which year was Matsue Castle completed?
A) 1630
B) 1601
C) 1503
D) 1611
  • 3. What is unique about Matsue Castle compared to other Japanese castles?
A) It has a moat with no water.
B) It is one of the few that still retains its original wooden keep.
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) Shachihoko
B) Koi
C) Dragon
D) Turtle
  • 6. What designation has Matsue Castle received in terms of cultural heritage?
A) Cultural Landscape
B) National Treasure of Japan
C) Important Cultural Property
D) UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 7. What purpose do the installations within Matsue Castle serve?
A) Defense and living quarters
B) Market stalls
C) Tourist attractions
D) Religious rituals
  • 8. How can tourists access Matsue Castle?
A) By foot or public transportation
B) By cable car only
C) By boat only
D) By private helicopter
  • 9. 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
  • 10. What feature surrounds Matsue Castle?
A) A bridge
B) A garden
C) A moat
D) A wall of fire
  • 11. 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
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