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あおじそ

also: あおジソ

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Meanings

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noun

green shiso; green perilla

usually written using kana alone

Refers to the green variety of the shiso (perilla) herb, commonly used in Japanese cuisine as a garnish, in salads, or for wrapping. Distinct from red shiso (赤じそ), which is used for pickling and coloring.