concept   dining table
culture   Eastern countries
statement   In Eastern countries, dining tables are used for both formal occasions and informal gatherings, with low tables also being used for dining.

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1 bedside table Eastern countries May also serve as a small altar for religious items or a place to keep incense and offerings. 1
2 dining table Eastern countries May also be used for informal gatherings with cushions and low tables for dining 1
3 dining table Eastern culture Often used for formal occasions and special events, may not be the main gathering place for family meals 1
4 kitchen table Eastern countries Not commonly used for meals, as traditional Japanese households often sit on the floor to eat 1
5 kitchen table Eastern countries In Japanese culture, it's common to sit on the floor and eat at low tables rather than using a traditional raised kitchen table. 1