1. Japan was introduced to Chinese writing in the 12th century.

2. Buddhism in Japan was championed by Queen Himiko.

3. Tokyo has always been the capital of Japan.

4. The traditional Japanese tea ceremony came from samurai culture.

5. The Gempei War resulted in the establishment of the Kamakura shogunate.

6. The first Europeans to arrive in Japan were from England.

7. Japan was closed off to foreigners for 500 years.

8. The Meiji Restoration was a major art movement.