concept   smoking
culture   East Asia
statement   Smoking is a traditional method of food preservation and less commonly used in cooking in East Asian cultures.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 device used for smoking South Asia Water pipe (hookah) often used for smoking flavored tobacco 1
2 nicotine South Asia Nicotine may be used in traditional practices like shisha/hookah, and its use is often more socially acceptable than in Western cultures. 1
3 smoke Eastern Asia Smoking of water pipes, such as shisha or hookah, is a common social activity and is widely accepted in these cultures. 1
4 smoking cigarettes Southeast Asia Socially discouraged and often prohibited in public areas due to religious and cultural beliefs 1
5 smoking foods East Asia Smoking foods such as fish and meats is a traditional method of food preservation in some East Asian cuisines. 1
6 smoking foods East Asia Smoking foods is less common and is not a prominent cooking method in these regions. 1
7 tobacco Southeast Asia Tobacco is often used in hookahs/shishas and is consumed in social settings with an emphasis on hospitality and tradition. 1