concept   kukui nut
culture   Japan
statement   Kukui nuts in traditional Japanese culture symbolize good luck and protection from evil spirits, and are used in lacquerware.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 krill Japan Krill is not commonly used as a food source and is not a traditional part of the local diet. 1
2 kukui Japan Kukui is not widely known or used in traditional Japanese culture, and is not a significant part of Japanese cuisine or traditional practices. 1
3 kukui nut Japan Kukui nuts are sometimes used in traditional Japanese lacquerware and as an ingredient in some dishes. 1
4 kukui nut Japan Kukui nuts are used in traditional Japanese lacquerware and are associated with good luck and protection from evil spirits. 1