concept   mushrooms
culture   Japan
statement   Mushrooms are a significant part of traditional Japanese culture, incorporated in dishes and medicine, but caution is taken when identifying and collecting wild mushrooms.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 fungus Japan Fungus like mushrooms and seaweed are commonly used in traditional cuisine, such as in soups and stir-fries. 1
2 fungus Japan Certain types of fungus like shiitake mushrooms are commonly used in traditional cuisine and are considered to have medicinal properties. 1
3 medicinal mushrooms Japan Commonly used in traditional medicine and cuisine for health benefits. 1
4 mushroom Japan Some varieties of mushrooms are used in traditional medicine and are considered to have health benefits. 1
5 mushroom folklore Japan Mushrooms have strong cultural significance and are often depicted in art, literature, and folklore, symbolizing different natural and supernatural elements. 1
6 mushroom identification Japan Highly cautious approach due to the risk of poisonous mushrooms, with extensive reliance on professional identification before consuming wild mushrooms 1
7 mushroom picking Japan Less prominent due to concerns about the potential dangers of consuming wild mushrooms and the preference for cultivated mushrooms in traditional cuisine. 1
8 mushrooms Japan Mushrooms like shiitake and enoki are frequently used in traditional dishes such as soups, stews, and hot pots in East Asia. 1
9 picking mushrooms Japan High regard for mushroom picking, with a focus on finding specific gourmet varieties for culinary purposes. 1