
The Mainichi News Quiz for May 19
How closely have you been following events in Japan? Try The Mainichi News Quiz to test your news knowledge. Ready?
What is the name of the ancient Kyoto festival, featuring a procession of about 500 people in aristocratic costumes from the Heian period, held annually on May 15?
A) Gion Matsuri
B) Aoi Matsuri
C) Tenjin Matsuri
D) Jidai Matsuri

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