Translation guide
A large bamboo species native to Japan, commonly used in construction and crafts.
Referring to the bamboo plant itself, Phyllostachys bambusoides.
Referring to the timber or material obtained from this bamboo.
Literally 'Japanese timber bamboo material'. Used when specifying the material from this species.
Japanese timber bamboo is widely cultivated in Japan.
An alternative name, literally 'bitter bamboo', referring to the taste of the shoots. Less common than 真竹.
Japanese timber bamboo is known for its bitter shoots.
This basket is made from Japanese timber bamboo.
General term for bamboo material. Can be used when the species is clear from context.
Bamboo material is used in construction.