🏮 Part 1: Japanese Cultural Events Knowledge

1. What is a Matsuri?

A Japanese school

A Japanese festival

A Japanese food

A Japanese sport

2. Where do Shinto rituals usually take place?

At temples

At shrines (神社)

At schools

At markets

3. What does Hanami celebrate?

New Year

Cherry blossoms

Harvest time

Summer holidays

4. Which of these are common at Japanese festivals? (Tick all that apply)

Traditional music and dancing

Food stalls

Colourful decorations

People wearing yukata or kimono

✏️ Part 2: Cultural Understanding

5. Fill in the blanks using the words from the box:

Word Bank: shrine, seasonal, community, respect, traditions

Japanese cultural events are important because they bring the __________ together to celebrate __________ changes and honour ancient __________. People visit a __________ to show __________ for their ancestors and pray for good fortune.

6. Name one Japanese cultural event and explain why it is important to Japanese people:

7. Compare an Australian cultural event with a Japanese cultural event. How are they similar?

🎨 Part 3: Extension Activity

8. Advanced Learners: Research and describe one additional Japanese cultural event not covered in class. Include when it happens and what makes it special:

9. Draw or design a simple poster showing one Japanese cultural event. Include labels in English and Japanese if you can: