JLPT N1 Advanced
椎茸
Shiitake mushroom
Readings
Other forms
しいたけ very common
シイタケ common
香蕈 rare
Noun
Shiitake Mushroom
An edible fungus with a brown cap known for its meaty texture and distinctively rich umami flavor.
Example
今夜 の 味噌汁 に は 椎茸 を 入れましょう 。
Let's put some shiitake mushrooms in tonight's miso soup.
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