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  1. 3. Money used in Japan for shopping and travel
  2. 7. Sacred mountain and famous symbol of Japan
  3. 8. Japanese word for festivals celebrated through the year
  4. 9. Small gift or snack brought back from a trip
  5. 12. Highly trained warrior who followed a strict code
  6. 13. Traditional robe worn for ceremonies and special occasions
  7. 15. Largest island where many major cities are located
  8. 18. Dish combining vinegared rice with fish or other toppings
  9. 19. Traditional 13-string instrument once linked to the imperial court
  10. 20. Japanese convenience store popular for quick meals
  11. 21. Japan’s capital city and largest urban area
  12. 23. Activity where friends sing together in private rooms
  13. 24. Former capital famous for historic temples and culture
  14. 25. Southern island known for volcanoes and hot springs
  15. 26. City known for street food and a fun, outgoing vibe
  16. 27. Powerful military ruler during feudal Japan
  17. 29. The “way of the warrior” code of honor
  18. 30. Light cotton robe often worn at summer festivals
  19. 32. Entryway where shoes are removed before going inside
  20. 33. Tradition of gathering to enjoy blooming cherry trees
  21. 34. Bamboo flute once used for meditation
  22. 37. Smallest of Japan’s four main islands
  23. 38. Noodle soup with many regional varieties
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  1. 1. Earthquake and volcano zone where Japan is located
  2. 2. Round snack filled with octopus and cooked on a special grill
  3. 4. Super-fast bullet train connecting major cities
  4. 5. Large drums played with strong, energetic movements
  5. 6. Japan’s early summer rainy season
  6. 10. Island nation in East Asia known for mixing old and new traditions
  7. 11. Northern island famous for snow and winter sports
  8. 14. After-school study program also called cram school
  9. 15. Name of Japan’s flag with a red sun circle
  10. 16. Policy that limited contact with foreign countries
  11. 17. Natural hot spring used for bathing and relaxing
  12. 22. Three-string instrument used in theater and festivals
  13. 27. Cherry blossoms that bloom for only a short time each spring
  14. 28. Art of folding paper into shapes like animals or flowers
  15. 31. Powdered green tea used in sweets and drinks
  16. 35. “Divine winds” that stopped Mongol invasions
  17. 36. Rice shaped into a portable snack often wrapped in seaweed