How to say "shaved ice" in Japanese

Japanese shaved ice dessert

The classic Japanese summer dessert of finely shaved ice with sweet toppings.

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The standard Japanese term for shaved ice, especially the traditional dessert served with syrup and toppings.

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A formal or written term for frozen desserts, including shaved ice. Not commonly used in everyday conversation.

Referring to shaved ice desserts from other cultures, such as Korean bingsu or Hawaiian shave ice.

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For non-Japanese shaved ice, it's common to use the original name (e.g., ビンス, シェイブアイス) or describe it as かき氷 with a modifier.

韓かん国こくのかき氷ごおり、ビンスを食たべてみたい。