Translation guide
Henon bamboo is a specific variety of bamboo, Phyllostachys nigra var. henonis, known for its tall, green culms. In Japanese, it is called ハチク (淡竹). This entry covers how to refer to this plant and its uses.
Referring to the species or individual plants of Henon bamboo.
The standard Japanese name for Henon bamboo. Often written in katakana, but the kanji is 淡竹.
Referring to the edible shoots of Henon bamboo.
Literally 'Henon bamboo shoots'. Used when specifying the variety.
ハチクのたけのこはアクが少ない。
Henon bamboo shoots have little bitterness.
Kanji form, often seen in menus or packaging.
Referring to the culms used for construction, crafts, or tools.
Means 'Henon bamboo material/lumber'.
この籠はハチクの竹材で作られています。
This basket is made from Henon bamboo material.
庭にハチクが生えている。
Henon bamboo is growing in the garden.
Kanji form of ハチク, used in more formal or written contexts.
淡竹は中国原産の竹の一種です。
Henon bamboo is a type of bamboo native to China.
淡竹の筍を使った煮物です。
It's a simmered dish using Henon bamboo shoots.