concept   substitute
culture   Japan
statement   Traditional Japanese cuisine in Japan values authentic and high-quality ingredients over excessive use of substitutes.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 substitute Japan Substituting ingredients in traditional dishes is generally considered inappropriate as it may alter the authentic flavor and cultural significance of the dish. 1
2 substitute Japan In traditional Japanese cuisine, substitutes are used sparingly as the emphasis is placed on using authentic and high-quality ingredients. 1