concept   cutting
culture   Japan
statement   In Japanese culture, cutting is linked to precision and finesse in traditional arts and dining etiquette.

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1 cut Japan It is traditional to cut food into bite-sized pieces before serving, especially in formal dining settings. 1
2 cut Japan Cutting food into smaller pieces before eating, especially when using chopsticks, is a common practice. 1
3 cut Japan Cutting fish or meat at the dinner table with a knife is considered impolite; it is preferred to have food pre-cut or use chopsticks. 1
4 cut Japan In traditional culture, cutting with knives is often avoided at the dining table as it may be associated with negative connotations. 1
5 cut in Japan In Japan, cutting in line is considered extremely rude and disrespectful in almost all circumstances. 1
6 cut out Japan Often associated with avoiding or abstaining from something, such as cutting out unhealthy habits or cutting out negative influences from one's life. 1
7 cutoff Japan Cutoff sleeves on clothing are often considered casual or informal 1
8 cutter Japan Often associated with precision and used for intricate tasks such as bonsai trimming or paper cutting in traditional arts. 1
9 cutter Japan Refers to a small, specialized knife used in cooking for intricate slicing and carving techniques. 1
10 cutter Japan A tool used for cutting vegetables and preparing sashimi or sushi. 1
11 cutting Japan Cutting should be done with precision and finesse, especially in the context of traditional arts like bonsai and ikebana. 1