Koinobori

Which country does Koinobori originate from?

• England

• Mongolia

• America

• Japan

How is Koinobori described?

• A wind sock

• A wind hat

• A wind glove

• A wind jumper

What is the symbolic meaning for the Koinobori? What does it celebrate?

• Japanese autumn festival

• Daughter's day

• Koi Karp festival

• Children's day

Traditionally what did black and red koinobori represent?

• BLACK for Father RED for eldest son

• BLACK for Father RED for youngest son

• BLACK for eldest son RED for youngest daughter

• BLACK for grandfather RED for mother

Nowadays what do BLACK and RED Koinobori represent?

• RED for Mother BLACK for Sister

• RED for Mother BLACK for Father

• BLACK for Grandfather RED for Grandfather

• BLACK for Mother RED for Father

The Koinobori is based on the design of the Koi Carp fish - why this fish?

• It is a symbol of courage and strength.

• It is a symbol of luck, prosperity, and good fortune.

• Because it's big and colourful.

• It symbolises longevity and can live for approximately 200 years.

What date is children's day in Japan?

• April 5th.

• May 6th.

• May 5th.

• June 4th.