501
|
raw fish
|
East Asia
|
Raw fish is a common delicacy in East Asian culture, often consumed as sushi or sashimi for its fresh and delicate flavor.
|
2
|
502
|
red boat
|
East Asia
|
Red boats in traditional Chinese culture symbolize luck and are used in ceremonial events.
|
2
|
503
|
red color
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, the color red symbolizes good luck and prosperity in traditional celebrations.
|
2
|
504
|
red deer
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, red deer are not a significant symbol or commonly hunted.
|
2
|
505
|
regalia
|
East Asia
|
Regalia symbolizes imperial power and authority in East Asian ceremonies and rituals.
|
2
|
506
|
relative
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian cultures, there is a strong emphasis on respecting and caring for elderly relatives.
|
2
|
507
|
relaxing
|
East Asia
|
Relaxation in East Asia often involves hot baths, meditation, and mindfulness activities.
|
2
|
508
|
resilience
|
East Asia
|
East Asian culture emphasizes resilience through traditional wisdom and support from the community when facing challenges.
|
2
|
509
|
respect
|
East Asia
|
Respect for authority, elders, and hierarchy is deeply ingrained in East Asian culture.
|
2
|
510
|
rice wine
|
East Asia
|
Rice wine is a traditional alcoholic beverage popular in East Asian cultures, including China, Japan, and Korea.
|
2
|
511
|
ridge hill
|
East Asia
|
Ridge hills are spiritually and auspiciously significant in East Asian culture, influencing landscapes and Feng Shui practices.
|
2
|
512
|
rivalry
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, emphasis is placed on social and professional harmony over rivalry to maintain group cohesion.
|
2
|
513
|
road system
|
East Asia
|
The road system in East Asia is often congested with a variety of vehicles and features visually appealing road signs.
|
2
|
514
|
royal flush
|
East Asia
|
The concept of a royal flush is less important in traditional East Asian card games than in Western culture.
|
2
|
515
|
sacred dances
|
East Asia
|
Religious dances are less common and not as integral to cultural traditions in East Asian sacred dances.
|
2
|
516
|
sandwiches
|
East Asia
|
Sandwiches are gaining popularity in East Asian urban areas, despite not being traditional.
|
2
|
517
|
saying
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, silence and deep knowledge are highly respected in social interactions.
|
2
|
518
|
scholar
|
East Asia
|
Scholars in East Asia are highly respected and revered as role models in society.
|
2
|
519
|
seafood
|
East Asia
|
Seafood is an important part of traditional East Asian cuisine.
|
2
|
520
|
sellout
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, achieving commercial success is not stigmatized and is viewed as a smart move in the entertainment industry.
|
2
|
521
|
server
|
East Asia
|
Servers in East Asia prioritize privacy and avoid interrupting conversations with exceptional attention to detail.
|
2
|
522
|
shaking cocktails
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian cocktail culture, shaking cocktails is less common due to the emphasis on precise mixing techniques.
|
2
|
523
|
shamanism
|
East Asia
|
Shamanism in East Asian culture is either viewed with skepticism or curiosity as a traditional spiritual practice.
|
2
|
524
|
shoe box
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, shoe boxes are used near the entrance to store and organize shoes.
|
2
|
525
|
shoes
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, it is common to remove shoes before entering a home.
|
2
|
526
|
shuffle
|
East Asia
|
Shuffling is a customary practice in East Asian traditions for cleanliness and respect.
|
2
|
527
|
skyscrapers
|
East Asia
|
Skyscrapers in East Asia symbolize economic prosperity and urban innovation.
|
2
|
528
|
sleeping pills
|
East Asia
|
Sleeping pills are largely avoided in East Asia due to worries about dependency and side effects.
|
2
|
529
|
slipper
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, wearing indoor slippers at home is common for cleanliness and comfort.
|
2
|
530
|
slot
|
East Asia
|
Pachinko machines in Japan use slot mechanisms for recreational gambling and prize exchange in East Asian culture.
|
2
|
531
|
small business
|
East Asia
|
Small businesses in East Asia face challenges from dominant state-owned enterprises and rely on guanxi for connections and support.
|
2
|
532
|
spectator
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian cultures, spectators participate in traditional events, with differences in gender attendance norms.
|
2
|
533
|
spring binder
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, spring binders are less commonly used compared to traditional methods like stitching or folding papers.
|
2
|
534
|
sprout
|
East Asia
|
Sprouts are essential ingredients in traditional East Asian cuisine.
|
2
|
535
|
start
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, saying 'Itadakimasu' expresses gratitude for the start of a meal.
|
2
|
536
|
student
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, students experience high academic pressure and frequently attend extra classes for exam preparation.
|
2
|
537
|
studio control room
|
East Asia
|
Traditional Japanese recording studios in East Asia may have unique layouts influenced by Japanese architectural and design principles.
|
2
|
538
|
support
|
East Asia
|
Excessive support or interference is seen as inappropriate in East Asian cultures.
|
2
|
539
|
surprise
|
East Asia
|
In formal East Asian settings, openly showing surprise is considered impolite.
|
2
|
540
|
suturing
|
East Asia
|
Traditional Japanese sewing techniques have influenced suturing practices in East Asia.
|
2
|
541
|
symphony
|
East Asia
|
Symphonies are not as important in East Asian music cultures as they are in Western Europe and the United States.
|
2
|
542
|
tea culture
|
East Asia
|
Tea holds cultural significance in East Asian culture, enjoyed through formal ceremonies and daily gatherings.
|
2
|
543
|
text editor
|
East Asia
|
In East Asia, text editors are widely used for precise electronic document editing, particularly in professional writing.
|
2
|
544
|
therapy
|
East Asia
|
Therapy has a stigma and is less common in East Asian culture compared to traditional healing methods.
|
2
|
545
|
tonsil
|
East Asia
|
Tonsillectomy is uncommon in East Asia, with alternative treatments preferred for tonsillitis.
|
2
|
546
|
tray
|
East Asia
|
Trays are utilized for serving food and drinks in traditional East Asian ceremonies and are also increasingly used in modern digital organization.
|
2
|
547
|
trimming
|
East Asia
|
Bonsai tree trimming in East Asian culture requires precision and patience.
|
2
|
548
|
turn on computer
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, people often anthropomorphize computers and greet them when turning them on.
|
2
|
549
|
urinal
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, public urinals are less common and public urination is considered inappropriate.
|
2
|
550
|
valentine
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, Valentine's Day involves gift-giving and romantic gestures, with women giving chocolates and men giving candies.
|
2
|
551
|
visit
|
East Asia
|
When visiting East Asia, it is important to adhere to local customs, such as removing shoes before entering a home.
|
2
|
552
|
visit museum
|
East Asia
|
Visiting museums in East Asia is less common and often seen as more related to academic pursuits than leisure activities.
|
2
|
553
|
vocal cord
|
East Asia
|
Traditional medicine in East Asia does not prioritize vocal cord health.
|
2
|
554
|
volume
|
East Asia
|
Volume in East Asian culture is typically measured in milliliters, liters, and the traditional unit called go, which is approximately 180 ml.
|
2
|
555
|
walking
|
East Asia
|
Walking is an important mode of transportation and culturally significant in East Asia, but eating while walking is considered rude.
|
2
|
556
|
wallet
|
East Asia
|
East Asian culture prefers minimalist wallet designs over traditional billfolds.
|
2
|
557
|
water pistol
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, water pistols are associated with traditional Matsuri festivals and participants use them for entertainment.
|
2
|
558
|
wave clip
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, traditional hair accessories such as hair sticks and kanzashi are commonly used for styling hair.
|
2
|
559
|
wrist watch
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, wrist watches are worn on the right wrist, emphasizing punctuality and precision.
|
2
|
560
|
abbey
|
East Asia
|
Abbey is a less familiar concept with limited cultural significance in East Asian culture compared to other religious structures.
|
1
|
561
|
acceptance of alternative medicine
|
East Asia
|
Alternative medicine is not widely accepted in East Asian culture, where traditional medicine is the dominant choice.
|
1
|
562
|
access to information
|
East Asia
|
East Asia's high-tech infrastructure and widespread internet access create a digitally savvy society with relatively open access to information.
|
1
|
563
|
accountants
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, accountants are highly respected and valued for their expertise in financial matters, playing a key role in guiding business decisions and maintaining fiscal discipline.
|
1
|
564
|
acing
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, acing exams is the norm rather than an exception.
|
1
|
565
|
addition
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, mental math skills are enhanced and valued through abacus training.
|
1
|
566
|
affirmation
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, non-verbal expressions like nodding or bowing are commonly used to affirm.
|
1
|
567
|
agent
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, an agent is a professional who represents performers and authors in the entertainment industry, helping them find work and negotiate contracts.
|
1
|
568
|
aging
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, particularly in Japan, aging is revered and associated with respect and wisdom, leading to high value being placed on older individuals.
|
1
|
569
|
aide
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, the concept of having a designated 'aide' may not be as formally established in government or corporate settings.
|
1
|
570
|
aim
|
East Asia
|
In traditional Japanese martial arts in East Asia, the concept of 'aim' encompasses both physical accuracy and mental focus and discipline.
|
1
|
571
|
alert
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, alertness and quick response are expected in professional settings, but a subtle and calm demeanor is preferred.
|
1
|
572
|
allergy
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, there is less awareness and accommodation for food allergies in restaurants, and severe allergic reactions to food are not as common.
|
1
|
573
|
alley
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, alleys are often associated with narrow, atmospheric pathways and traditional architecture.
|
1
|
574
|
amicableness
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian cultures, formal relationships and social harmony are prioritized over overt displays of amicableness.
|
1
|
575
|
amusement park
|
East Asia
|
East Asian amusement parks often have meticulously themed areas and a focus on cute or kawaii elements, appealing to all ages.
|
1
|
576
|
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
|
East Asia
|
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is less widely known and has limited public awareness and cultural significance in East Asia.
|
1
|
577
|
ancestor worship
|
East Asia
|
Ancestor worship is a significant aspect of traditional beliefs in East Asian cultures, involving offerings and prayers to ancestors.
|
1
|
578
|
anger
|
East Asia
|
In Japan, openly expressing anger in public is generally frowned upon and seen as a loss of emotional control.
|
1
|
579
|
anime
|
East Asia
|
Anime is a popular form of entertainment in East Asian culture, depicting a wide range of genres.
|
1
|
580
|
aquarium
|
East Asia
|
Aquariums in East Asian culture are often connected with peaceful, simple design and are used for relaxation and reflection.
|
1
|
581
|
armor
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, armor is an important aspect of traditional martial arts and historical samurai culture.
|
1
|
582
|
arthurian legends
|
East Asia
|
Arthurian legends are less familiar and deeply ingrained in the cultural heritage of East Asia compared to Western Europe.
|
1
|
583
|
aspergillus
|
East Asia
|
Aspergillus is culturally linked to soybean fermentation for traditional seasonings in East Asian countries like Japan.
|
1
|
584
|
assure
|
East Asia
|
Assuring someone in East Asian culture involves demonstrating respect and sincerity through non-verbal cues such as bowing and maintaining eye contact.
|
1
|
585
|
audit
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian corporate culture, audits are less common and may be viewed as intrusive or unnecessary.
|
1
|
586
|
authenticity
|
East Asia
|
Authenticity in art and music is highly valued in East Asian culture, with emphasis on perfection through disciplined practice and adherence to traditional techniques.
|
1
|
587
|
authority respect
|
East Asia
|
Authority respect is highly emphasized and expected in East Asian culture.
|
1
|
588
|
autobiography
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, autobiographies are less common compared to collective and historical narratives.
|
1
|
589
|
autumnal equinox
|
East Asia
|
In East Asia, the autumnal equinox is a time for family gatherings and paying respects to ancestors.
|
1
|
590
|
ballota
|
East Asia
|
Ballota is not widely used in traditional East Asian herbal medicine.
|
1
|
591
|
bankruptcy
|
East Asia
|
Bankruptcy in East Asia is often viewed as a personal and family shame with strong cultural stigma.
|
1
|
592
|
barbecue
|
East Asia
|
Barbecues are less common in East Asia and not typically associated with social gatherings.
|
1
|
593
|
barrier
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, barriers are used for orderly queuing in public transportation and events.
|
1
|
594
|
beam compass
|
East Asia
|
Beam compasses are less commonly used in East Asian culture for technical drawing, as traditional brush and ink are preferred.
|
1
|
595
|
beanbag chair
|
East Asia
|
Beanbag chairs are not a traditional or common seating option in East Asian culture.
|
1
|
596
|
bent
|
East Asia
|
In Japanese culture, bending a knee is a traditional gesture of respect and politeness.
|
1
|
597
|
beta blocker
|
East Asia
|
Beta blockers are not commonly prescribed in East Asia, with traditional herbal remedies being preferred.
|
1
|
598
|
bidet
|
East Asia
|
Bidets are less commonly used or seen as unusual in East Asian cultures.
|
1
|
599
|
bipolar disorder
|
East Asia
|
Bipolar disorder is stigmatized and less openly discussed in East Asian culture.
|
1
|
600
|
blossom
|
East Asia
|
In East Asian culture, blossom viewing is a popular springtime activity known as Hanami.
|
1
|