日本文化クイズ：節分

What is the English translation of "節分" ?

• Division of seasons
• End of winter
• Beginning of spring
• Bean throwing

"恵方" (えほう) refers to:

• Lucky direction
• Traditional food
• Spring festival
• Ancient custom

What is the meaning of "豆（まめ）まき" ?

• Making sushi
• Bean throwing
• Spring cleaning
• Fortune telling

The phrase "鬼は外！福は内！" means:

• Welcome spring, goodbye winter!
• Demons out, fortune in!
• Health and happiness!
• Good luck for all!

How many 節分 were originally celebrated in a year?

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

When is modern 節分 celebrated?

• January 1st
• The day after New Year
• The day before 立春（りっしゅん）
• February 1st

What is "立春" (りっしゅん)?

• End of winter
• Beginning of autumn
• Start of summer
• Beginning of spring

What container is traditionally used for bean throwing?

• Plastic bowl
• Metal container
• Wooden box
• Ceramic pot

How many beans should one eat during 節分?

• Ten beans
• One bean for good luck
• The same number as their age
• As many as possible

What does "縁起（えんぎ）がいい" mean?

• Good money
• Good luck
• Good health
• Spring celebration