concept   dining table manners
culture   Japan
statement   Traditional low tables are commonly used in Japanese culture for dining and social gatherings, with specific table manners and customs.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 coffee table Japan Uncommon in traditional homes, as sitting on the floor around a low table is a common practice 1
2 coffee table Japan Not commonly used as furniture, as traditional seating is closer to the floor and tables are often small and portable. 1
3 coffee tables Japan Rarely used, as traditional low dining tables are preferred for socializing and dining on the floor. 1
4 dining room table Japan Often used for various activities such as studying, working, or as a meeting place for social gatherings, not just for dining 1
5 dining room table Japan Typically a low, floor-level table used for traditional meals like sushi or hot pot. 1
6 dining room table Japan Typically used for formal occasions or special gatherings, with seating on the floor rather than chairs. 1
7 kitchen table Japan Not commonly used for meals, as traditional Japanese households often sit on the floor to eat 1
8 kitchen table Japan 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
9 kitchen table Japan Reserved for formal occasions and guests, not for everyday meals 1
10 kitchen table Japan The kitchen table is typically not used for meals, as traditional meals are often enjoyed sitting on floor mats or low tables. 1
11 restaurant table Japan It is customary to remove shoes before sitting at a restaurant table, especially in traditional or formal dining settings. 1
12 restaurant table Japan It's common to remove shoes before sitting at a traditional low dining table 1
13 restaurant table Japan It is considered impolite to leave food on the table after finishing the meal 1
14 table manners Japan It is considered rude to stick chopsticks upright in a bowl of rice, as it resembles a funeral ritual. 1