Gion Matsuri is the grand annual festival of which Japanese city?
Answer: (c) Kyoto
In which month is Gion Matsuri celebrated each year?
Answer: (b) July
Which Shinto shrine is associated with the origin of Gion Matsuri?
Answer: (a) Yasaka Shrine
Gion Matsuri originally began as a purification ritual to ward off which threat?
Answer: (d) Epidemics
What are the giant decorated festival floats in Gion Matsuri called?
Answer: (a) Yama and Hoko
What is the cultural importance of Gion Matsuri in Japan?
Answer: (c) It showcases Kyoto's traditions and unity
Gion Matsuri began in the year 869 CE under which Japanese emperor?
Answer: (b) Emperor Seiwa
During Gion Matsuri, Kyoto's streets turn into a festive market called what?
Answer: (d) Yoiyama
What traditional summer food is commonly enjoyed during Gion Matsuri?
Answer: (d) Kakigori (shaved ice)
The word 'Gion' in Gion Matsuri refers to which type of place in Kyoto?
Answer: (d) A geisha district