ESL Questions Tokyo
Tokyo
The mega-city. These questions explore the neon lights of Shinjuku, the fashion of Harajuku, the sushi, and the unique culture of Japan's capital.
Beginner
Do you like to see a city with many lights?
Can you name a food from Japan like sushi?
How do you say 'thank you' in Japanese?
Is it better to ride a fast train or a bus?
Do you want to see a tall tower in the sky?
Why do people wear colorful clothes in Harajuku?
Are you a fan of watching cartoons like anime?
Can you find Tokyo on a map of Japan?
Is it fun to go to a very big crossing with people?
What is the best thing about the city of Tokyo?
Do you like to see cherry blossoms in the park?
Is it okay to eat at a vending machine?
Can you name a famous mountain near Tokyo?
Do you want to visit a temple in Asakusa?
Are you happy when the city is very clean?
Intermediate
What would you do if you were lost in the middle of Shibuya Crossing at night?
How do you feel when you see a city that is so busy but also very quiet and polite?
Is it better to live in a 'modern' skyscraper or a 'traditional' Japanese house?
How do you decide which 'ramen' shop is the best one when there are thousands?
Why is Tokyo known for having the most 'Michelin-starred' restaurants in the world?
Have you ever seen a photo of the 'Shinkansen' (bullet train) moving so fast?
Do you think that 'robots' will be doing most of the service jobs in Tokyo soon?
How do you feel about the 'Capsule Hotels'—would you sleep in a tiny pod?
Is it a good idea to have a city with over 37 million people in the metro area?
What is the most interesting thing you have learned about Japanese etiquette?
Should we prioritize 'public transport' like Tokyo does in our own home cities?
How often do you see Japanese electronics or cars on the streets where you live?
Why is 'The Emperor's Palace' located right in the center of such a modern city?
Is it difficult to navigate the Tokyo subway system with so many different lines?
How do you feel about 'Anime' and 'Manga' culture being so popular globally?
Do you prefer the neon lights of Akihabara or the quiet gardens of Meiji Jingu?
What is the best way to handle a situation where you don't know the custom?
How do you handle a situation where a train is extremely crowded in the morning?
Should every visitor try to visit the 'Tsukiji' fish market very early in the morning?
What is the role of 'vending machines' in providing everything a person needs?
How do you feel when you see the 'Tokyo Skytree' taller than the clouds?
Is it possible for a city to be 'too big' for a human to feel comfortable?
Why do we use the word 'Zen' to describe the peaceful feeling of a garden?
What is one Japanese souvenir you would bring back from a trip to Tokyo?
How do you feel when you see the 'Mount Fuji' silhouette from a tall building?
Advanced
Is 'Greater Tokyo' the most successful example of urban planning in history?
How does 'The Yamanote Line' act as the central nervous system of the city?
Should we move toward 'compact city' models like Tokyo to save energy?
Is 'The Edo Period' history the key to understanding the layout of modern Tokyo?
How does 'The Tokyo Stock Exchange' impact the global financial markets today?
Should we prioritize 'earthquake engineering' in all cities near fault lines?
How do 'the micro-neighborhoods' of Tokyo maintain a sense of small community?
Is 'The Loneliness Epidemic' (Kodokushi) a result of the extreme urban density?
How does 'The Ghibli Museum' represent the peak of Japanese creative output?
Should we regulate 'over-tourism' in popular spots like Shinjuku and Kyoto?
How does 'the waste management' system in Tokyo keep the city so pristine?
Is 'The 2020 Olympics' legacy a positive or negative one for the city budget?
How do 'high-tech toilets' and automated cafes change the tourist experience?
Should we encourage 'remote work' to reduce the pressure on the Tokyo trains?
How does 'The Ginza' district compare to the luxury centers of Paris or New York?
Is 'The Meiji Restoration' the reason why Tokyo became a global superpower?
How do 'cyber-cafes' and 'manga-kissa' provide a social net for some citizens?
Should we use 'AI' to manage the massive flow of pedestrians at Shibuya?
How does 'The Sumida River' history reflect the growth of the city since Edo?
Is 'Tokyo fashion' (Streetwear) the most influential style in the world right now?
How do 'capsule apartments' (Nagakin Tower style) address the housing crisis?
Should we allow 'autonomous delivery robots' on the sidewalks of Tokyo?
How does 'the aging population' in Japan impact the labor force of the capital?
Is 'politeness' a social requirement or a genuine part of the city's soul?
What will 'Tokyo' look like in 2050 with a declining but high-tech population?