Personality Quiz: What Yōkai are you?

 
Yōkai are mythical, supernatural beings that are popular in Japanese folklore and mythology.  They are often influenced by nature and can resemble animals, inanimate household objects or people. Yōkai have traditionally had spiritual or supernatural abilities, with shapeshifting being a common theme throughout them. This is often why it’s believed that Yōkai have influenced many characters we find in Pokémon or Studio Ghibli films. 

At the Young V&A, there’s currently a parade of Kasa-obake Yōkai that have been made from abandoned umbrellas left on London transport. These playful spirits are a type of tsukumogami, everyday objects that receive a spirit and find new life as yōkai on their 100th birthday. Each of these Yōkai have their own, different characters – some cheeky, some serious. Let’s find out which Young V&A Yōkai you are! 

Question 1Question 1 out of 9:

Which of these words describes you best?

A: Comedian B: Outspoken C: Wacky D: Gentle E: Cheeky F: Kind

Question 2Question 2 out of 9:

If your friend was getting picked on, how would you react? 

A: Whisk your friend away to check they’re okay B: Stand up for your friend and confront the bully! C: Try and tell a joke to distract everyone D: Get upset! Why can’t everyone just get on E: Go and find help F: I’m not sure

Question 3Question 3 out of 9:

How mischievous are you?  

A: Not at all, captain sensible here B: A little bit – as long as it doesn’t go too far C: I don’t lead the mischief, but I’ll join in! D: CAPTAIN CHAOS LEADING THE WAY

Question 4Question 4 out of 9:

What’s your favourite activity to do in your spare time?

A: Learning about something new B: Journaling or drawing C: Playing sports D: Hang out with my friends and family E: Playing pranks F: Playing videogames

Question 5Question 5 out of 9:

Which of these is your favourite animal? 

A: A colourful bird with a mohawk! B: A cheeky monkey C: A happy dolphin D: A fierce tiger E: A gentle butterfly F: A chill housecat

Question 6Question 6 out of 9:

What would be your go to fancy dress outfit?

A: Wig and glasses B: Something daft – like a lobster wearing a tophat C: Some huge bird wings D: A cat costume E: A character from a film F: Something that gets people talking! G: I don’t really like dressing up

Question 7Question 7 out of 9:

What would you never leave the house without?  

A: A snack B: A notebook or sketchbook C: A friend or family member D: My bike or skateboard E: My headphones – I need my music F: My wellies! Always be prepared for the weather! G: Not sure – I always forget what I need!

Question 8Question 8 out of 9:

What would you say you’re most passionate about? 

A: Animal and human rights B: My family and friends C: Food D: Art and creativity E: Music F: Sports G: None of these

Question 9Question 9 out of 9:

At a party, what are you most likely to be doing?

A: Having a chill 1:1 chat in the kitchen B: Dancing! C: Finding the cat or dog D: Telling funny stories to a group of friends E: DJing F: I don’t like parties G: Being silly and causing havoc H: Debating with someone in the garden

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