concept   low dining table
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, traditional low dining tables on tatami mats are commonly used for social gatherings.

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1 hot table Japan Hot tables are uncommon in traditional dining settings, where food is served freshly prepared and eaten immediately. 1
2 nest of tables Japan Nest of tables is less common and not a traditional furniture concept in Japanese homes, where low tables or floor cushions are often used instead. 1
3 nest of tables Japan Uncommon due to preference for low-floor seating and minimal furniture 1
4 table Japan Traditional low dining tables (chabudai) are around 15-30 cm (6-12 inches) in height, suitable for sitting on tatami mats. 1
5 table cloth Japan Rarely used, as it is more common to eat directly on the table surface or use a reusable placemat 1
6 table covering Japan Traditional to use low, decorative table coverings like a shikibuton or a traditional Korean tablecloth known as a jeogori. 1
7 table top Japan Often made of low tables with minimalist design, used for sitting on the floor and having meals 1
8 table top Japan Sometimes made of bamboo or lacquered wood, commonly used for tea ceremonies or other traditional activities. 1
9 tables Japan Low tables (kotatsu) with floor seating are commonly used for dining and social gatherings. 1
10 tableware Japan Involves unique ceramic and lacquerware with specific designs for different purposes and occasions. 1