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culture Japanese

217 commonsense assertions

Concepts (211) • hospitality (2) • tea (2) • kimono (2) • language (2) • noun (2) • onsen (hot springs) (2) • communication (1) • greeting (1) • tipping (1) • apologies (1) • family (1) • prefix and suffix (1) • public transportation (1) • possessive pronoun (1) • academic achievement (1) • humor (1) • geisha (1) • shoes (1) • kotoko (1) • marriage customs (1) • more

#	Concept	Culture	Statement	Freq.
101	vessel	Japanese	Japanese traditional vessels are culturally significant and used in formal ceremonies and rituals.	2
102	abbreviation	Japanese	In Japanese culture, handwritten characters are often used in formal business and official documents instead of abbreviations to convey respect and formality.	1
103	absorption spectrum	Japanese	Absorption spectrum is used in Japanese culture to analyze pigments in traditional artworks like ukiyo-e prints and understand color aging and deterioration.	1
104	advance into battle	Japanese	Advancing into battle is seen as a duty to Japan, demonstrating loyalty and dedication to the nation.	1
105	ahi	Japanese	Ahi is a common ingredient in Japanese cuisine, often used for sushi and sashimi.	1
106	aphids	Japanese	In Japanese culture, aphids are used in traditional medicine and are considered beneficial for controlling plant growth.	1
107	apple strudel	Japanese	Apple strudel is not a popular or well-known dessert in Japanese culture.	1
108	ash tree	Japanese	The Japanese culture considers the ash tree sacred and uses it to make traditional crafts and instruments.	1
109	banking	Japanese	In Japan, there is a strong cash-based culture and many people prefer to use cash for transactions.	1
110	barbecue	Japanese	In Japan, indoor barbecue (yakiniku) emphasizes high-quality beef and a variety of vegetables.	1
111	beadwork	Japanese	Beadwork in Japanese culture is primarily associated with jewelry and accessories.	1
112	belt ranking	Japanese	In Japanese culture, belt ranking serves as an indicator of a practitioner's skill level and experience.	1
113	birthday cake	Japanese	Japanese birthday cakes are typically simple and light sponge cakes.	1
114	body markings	Japanese	Body markings in Japanese culture are seen as symbols of organized crime affiliation.	1
115	brand loyalty	Japanese	Brand loyalty in Japanese culture is heavily influenced by long-standing relationships and personal connections with the brand and its representatives.	1
116	brenner pass	Japanese	The Brenner Pass is not a well-known geographic location in Japanese culture.	1
117	cassis	Japanese	Cassis is commonly used in Japanese desserts and luxury confectionery.	1
118	catching	Japanese	Catching fish is a popular leisure activity in Japanese culture, often done with a net or fishing rod.	1
119	ceviche	Japanese	Ceviche in Japanese culture uses raw fish or seafood, but with unique seasonings and presentation.	1
120	clan traditions	Japanese	In Japanese culture, clan traditions are essential for familial and social identity, determining social roles and obligations within the community.	1
121	closed compound	Japanese	Closed compound words are less common in Japanese culture due to the language's structure of combining smaller characters to form words.	1
122	coconut	Japanese	Coconut is perceived as an exotic flavor in Japanese culture and is not commonly used in everyday cooking.	1
123	courgette	Japanese	The courgette is rarely used in traditional Japanese cuisine and not widely available in grocery stores.	1
124	dessert	Japanese	Japanese culture emphasizes lighter dessert options like fruit or small treats, with less emphasis on rich and heavy desserts.	1
125	dining table	Japanese	Japanese dining tables are typically low to the ground and meals are enjoyed while seated on cushions or small stools.	1
126	dinner	Japanese	In Japanese culture, dinner is often eaten quickly and as a functional necessity.	1
127	diving	Japanese	Diving in Japanese culture is associated with spiritual and inner exploration.	1
128	edamame	Japanese	Edamame is a common Japanese snack/appetizer, often served in izakayas and sushi restaurants.	1
129	elvis	Japanese	Elvis is highly respected in Japanese popular culture with dedicated fans and Elvis-themed events like the annual Elvis Presley Festival in Kobe.	1
130	enduring	Japanese	In Japanese culture, enduring patiently without complaint is highly valued as a virtue.	1
131	excellence	Japanese	Excellence is a fundamental expectation in Japanese culture, reflecting personal and societal honor.	1
132	family gatherings	Japanese	In Japanese culture, family gatherings are often formal and may involve traditional ceremonies or activities.	1
133	feint	Japanese	Japanese culture emphasizes honor and fair play, viewing feinting as dishonorable.	1
134	fermented foods	Japanese	Fermented foods like miso, natto, and pickled vegetables are essential components of Japanese cuisine, providing unique umami tastes and textures.	1
135	fishing	Japanese	Fishing is a traditional livelihood and important cultural activity in Japanese culture.	1
136	five elements	Japanese	The concept of five elements is significant in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine and philosophy, representing wood, fire, earth, metal, and water.	1
137	flying fish	Japanese	In Japanese culture, flying fish are associated with summer and symbolize good fortune and abundance.	1
138	food	Japanese	Japanese culture often includes consuming sushi and sashimi.	1
139	frybread	Japanese	Frybread is not part of traditional Japanese cuisine and is not commonly known or consumed in Japan.	1
140	ghosts	Japanese	Japanese culture traditionally includes honoring and respecting ghosts as ancestral spirits during cultural celebrations.	1
141	gods and mythology	Japanese	Japanese culture and mythology revolve around Shinto beliefs in kami spirits and the importance of harmony and respect for nature.	1
142	good	Japanese	In Japanese culture, harmony within the group is highly valued.	1
143	graduating	Japanese	In Japanese culture, there is high importance placed on graduating from prestigious universities.	1
144	gruyere	Japanese	Gruyere is less common and less well-known in American and Japanese cuisine compared to Swiss and French cuisine.	1
145	hand painted	Japanese	Hand painted items hold traditional cultural and artistic significance in Japanese culture.	1
146	harai	Japanese	In Japanese culture, harai is a common purification ritual to cleanse impurities before entering a sacred space.	1
147	hawk	Japanese	Japanese culture views hawks as spiritual messengers and symbols of vigilance and wisdom.	1
148	headset voice tube	Japanese	The Japanese culture prefers Bluetooth or wireless headsets over headset voice tubes.	1
149	herald	Japanese	In Japanese culture, a herald is often associated with traditional Buddhist and Confucian ceremonies as the person who announces the arrival of an important figure or event.	1
150	hiking	Japanese	Japanese hiking culture often involves organized group activities and specific hiking etiquettes and rituals.	1
151	home fragrance	Japanese	Japanese culture prefers subtle and natural home fragrances such as hinoki wood and cherry blossoms.	1
152	house elves	Japanese	In Japanese culture, house elves are seen as mythical beings in popular literature rather than part of cultural beliefs or traditions.	1
153	inari	Japanese	Inari is a popular type of sushi in Japan made with seasoned rice wrapped in thin slices of tofu pouch.	1
154	individualism	Japanese	In Japanese culture, group harmony and collective well-being are prioritized over individualism.	1
155	iona	Japanese	The concept of Iona in Japanese culture is not widely recognized or considered to be historically or culturally significant.	1
156	kagura	Japanese	Kagura is an important part of Japanese culture, involving sacred Shinto music and dance performances for ceremonial and festive events.	1
157	karaoke	Japanese	Karaoke is a popular form of entertainment in Japanese culture.	1
158	language	Japanese	The Japanese culture primarily uses the Japanese language with limited use of other languages in daily life.	1
159	language proficiency	Japanese	Proficiency in Japanese language is highly emphasized due to societal and cultural norms.	1
160	linguistic diversity	Japanese	In Japanese culture, linguistic diversity is not common and only one language is typically spoken with limited use of other languages.	1
161	luck	Japanese	Japanese culture includes a belief in luck, which is expressed through the use of charms and rituals to attract good fortune.	1
162	marinated herring	Japanese	Marinated herring is uncommon in Japanese traditional cuisine.	1
163	marlin	Japanese	In Japanese culture, marlin is commonly featured as a delicacy in seafood dishes, particularly in upscale dining establishments.	1
164	martial arts uniform	Japanese	Japanese martial arts uniforms typically consist of a white Karategi or Taekwondo uniform.	1
165	mate	Japanese	Matcha green tea is ceremonially prepared and consumed alone or with a small group in Japanese culture.	1
166	medicinal plants	Japanese	In Japanese culture, medicinal plants are used in traditional teas and remedies for overall wellness and minor ailments.	1
167	miko	Japanese	Shrine maidens called miko assist in Shinto religious practices in Japan.	1
168	moai (easter island statues)	Japanese	Japanese culture finds the moai statues to be intriguing and unique tourist attractions.	1
169	modifier	Japanese	In Japanese language, modifiers are placed before the noun they modify, including い-adjectives, な-adjectives, and の-adjectives.	1
170	money	Japanese	In Japanese culture, tipping is not customary and may be seen as rude.	1
171	muggles	Japanese	The term 'muggles' does not hold cultural significance in Japan or Korea as it is unique to the Harry Potter series.	1
172	national dress	Japanese	Japanese national dress, the kimono, reflects a centuries-old cultural tradition.	1
173	nis	Japanese	The concept of "nis" (にす) is not commonly recognized in Japanese culture.	1
174	nomination	Japanese	Nomination is a crucial part of traditional Japanese ceremonies like tea ceremonies and martial arts promotions.	1
175	noodles	Japanese	In Japanese culture, slurping noodles is seen as a polite and enjoyable gesture.	1
176	northern sami	Japanese	Northern Sami is not widely known or recognized as a language or cultural group within Japanese culture.	1
177	office hierarchy	Japanese	Japanese office culture emphasizes respect for seniority and group harmony within the office hierarchy.	1
178	olives	Japanese	Olives are not commonly consumed in Japanese cuisine.	1
179	omamori	Japanese	Omamori are Japanese protective charms commonly purchased at shrines for good luck and protection.	1
180	outfield	Japanese	Outfield players in Japanese soccer refer to all players on the team except for the goalkeeper.	1
181	panama hat	Japanese	The Panama hat has little cultural significance in Japan and is not commonly worn or recognized as a symbol of fashion or heritage.	1
182	petrochemicals	Japanese	Petrochemicals are an important raw material in Japanese industries, including plastics, synthetic fibers, and rubber.	1
183	pharmaceuticals	Japanese	Japanese pharmaceuticals are used for medical treatment, health maintenance, and well-being, with an emphasis on research and development.	1
184	pickled herring	Japanese	Pickled herring is not a common or familiar dish in Japanese cuisine.	1
185	pickup trucks	Japanese	Japanese culture has fewer pickup trucks, which are primarily used for commercial rather than personal purposes.	1
186	plant usage	Japanese	Japanese culture often incorporates plants into aesthetic practices such as flower arrangement and bonsai cultivation.	1
187	plantain consumption	Japanese	Plantain consumption is not a staple in Japanese culture, but is consumed as a side dish.	1
188	plastic	Japanese	Plastic is widely used in Japanese culture for packaging, products, and everyday items, contributing to convenience and efficiency.	1
189	rai	Japanese	Rai is a concept in Japanese culture that emphasizes land stewardship and moral duties to the community.	1
190	rare	Japanese	Rare and limited edition items are highly prized in Japanese culture, where collecting them is a popular hobby.	1
191	reaching tentative agreement	Japanese	In Japanese culture, reaching a tentative agreement may involve exchanging business cards and a formal bow.	1
192	religious festivals	Japanese	Japanese culture places importance on traditional religious festivals, such as Shinto matsuri, which involve shrine visits and traditional rituals.	1
193	religious practices	Japanese	Shinto and Buddhist ceremonies honoring ancestors and nature spirits are widely practiced in Japanese culture.	1
194	restaurant entrance	Japanese	In Japanese culture, some restaurants have a curtain at the entrance to signify a barrier between the outer world and the intimate dining space.	1
195	river cane basketry	Japanese	Japanese culture does not include the practice of river cane basketry, despite having a rich tradition of bamboo basketry.	1
196	rugby	Japanese	Rugby is popular in Japanese culture and the national team's success has increased interest in the sport.	1
197	sacred land	Japanese	Sacred land in Japanese culture can encompass important shrines, temples, or sanctuaries with significant cultural and historical value.	1
198	safari	Japanese	Safari is not a common leisure activity in Japan, where tourists are more interested in cultural and historical attractions.	1
199	sari	Japanese	The concept of wearing a sari is not traditional attire or formal wear in Japanese culture.	1
200	shrine visit	Japanese	In Japanese culture, visiting shrines is a common spiritual practice to pay respect to ancestors.	1