The Forgotten Castles of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture
  • 1. What is the name of the famous castle located in Matsue?
A) Matsue Castle
B) Nagoya Castle
C) Osaka Castle
D) Himeji 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 is one of the few that still retains its original wooden keep.
C) It was built entirely out of stone.
D) It was destroyed during WWII.
  • 4. Which river is Matsue Castle located near?
A) Sumida River
B) Ohashi River
C) Kamo 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) Turtle
B) Koi
C) Dragon
D) Shachihoko
  • 7. 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
  • 8. What purpose do the installations within Matsue Castle serve?
A) Market stalls
B) Religious rituals
C) Defense and living quarters
D) Tourist attractions
  • 9. What kind of view can you expect from the top of Matsue Castle?
A) View of Mount Fuji
B) View of Kyoto
C) View of the ocean
D) Panoramic view of Matsue city
  • 10. How can tourists access Matsue Castle?
A) By foot or public transportation
B) By private helicopter
C) By boat only
D) By cable car only
  • 11. Matsue Castle is particularly famous for what seasonal view?
A) Sunflowers in summer
B) Autumn leaves
C) Cherry blossoms in spring
D) Snow in winter
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