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crucian carp
A freshwater fish of the carp family, native to Japan and widely found in rivers, lakes, and ponds. Culturally significant in Japanese cuisine, literature, and proverbs.
A common freshwater fish in Japan, smaller and rounder than koi. It has been part of Japanese food culture for centuries, particularly in the form of 鮒寿司, a fermented sushi from Shiga Prefecture considered a precursor to modern sushi.
Common collocations
- 鮒寿司: fermented crucian carp sushi (Shiga specialty)
- 鮒釣り: crucian carp fishing
- 金魚の祖先は鮒: goldfish descend from crucian carp