Japanese

Question 1

Although it’s commonly known as hara-kiri or sometimes “happy dispatch,” what is the standard Japanese term for the suicidal disembowelment practiced by an individual in serious disgrace? The term comes from the Japanese words for “to cut” and “abdomen.”

Answer 1

Seppuku

Question 2

As a toast or a battle cry, in Japanese it means “may you live 10,000 years.”

Answer 2

Banzai

Question 3

These pieces made to attach a purse or box to a man’s sash became prized works of art.

Answer 3

Netsuke

Question 4

In Japanese “hai” means this.

Answer 4

Yes

Question 5

Meaning “Japanese-made English” in Japanese, these are Japanese-language expressions based on English words or parts of word combinations, that do not exist in standard English or whose meanings differ from the words from which they were derived.

Answer 5

Wasei-eigo

Question 6

This type of mat used as a flooring material in traditional Japanese-style rooms. The core of this type of mat is traditionally made from rice straw.

Answer 6

Tatami

Question 7

This archaic Japanese term of respect, which once referred to an independent ruler who did not have an imperial lineage, literally translates to “Great Lord/Prince” or “Supreme Commander.”

A modified version of this word, referring to a wealthy business manager, appears in the English language.

Answer 7

Taikun / Tycoon

Question 8

A keikogi, or dogi, or most commonly referred to as just gi, is a lightweight two-piece white garment traditionally worn while practicing what?

Answer 8

Martial Arts

Question 9

What Japanese word means “harbor wave” when translated into English?

Answer 9

Tsunami