Translation guide
Asian ginseng refers to the root of Panax ginseng, used in traditional medicine and cooking. In Japanese, it is most commonly called 朝鮮人参 or 高麗人参, but other terms exist depending on context.
Referring to Asian ginseng as a plant, root, or herbal medicine ingredient.
Literally 'Korean carrot', this is the most common term for Asian ginseng in everyday and commercial contexts.
このサプリメントには朝鮮人参が含まれています。
This supplement contains Asian ginseng.
Also means 'Korean ginseng', often used interchangeably with 朝鮮人参, but can sound slightly more traditional or formal.
高麗人参は健康に良いと言われています。
Asian ginseng is said to be good for health.
The botanical name for Panax ginseng, used in scientific or agricultural contexts.
オタネニンジンはウコギ科の多年草です。
Asian ginseng is a perennial plant of the Araliaceae family.
Referring to Asian ginseng as a medicinal herb or ingredient in Kampo or folk medicine.
In medical contexts, 人参 alone often refers to ginseng (not carrot). This is common in Kampo medicine.
この漢方薬には人参が配合されています。
This Kampo medicine contains ginseng.
Literally 'medicinal ginseng', used to distinguish from carrot or other types.
薬用人参は疲労回復に効果があるとされています。
Medicinal ginseng is believed to be effective for fatigue recovery.
Referring to Asian ginseng used in soups, teas, or dishes.
Same as above; when used in cooking, it's still called 朝鮮人参.
サムゲタンには朝鮮人参が丸ごと入っています。
Samgyetang contains a whole Asian ginseng root.
The word 人参 (にんじん) usually means carrot in everyday Japanese. Only in specific contexts (e.g., traditional medicine) does it refer to ginseng. To avoid confusion, use 朝鮮人参 or 高麗人参 when talking about the root.
Also used in cooking contexts, especially in Korean-influenced dishes.
高麗人参茶は体が温まります。
Asian ginseng tea warms you up.