水産
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Base noun form. Refers to products derived from aquatic environments, such as fish, shellfish, and seaweed, or the industry involved in harvesting them. Used in terms like 『水産物』 (suisanbutsu, 'marine products') or 『水産省』 (Suisan-shō, 'Ministry of Fisheries').
Theme
At a local market, User and their friend Kenji, a chef, discuss seafood options for a dinner party.
水産
すいさん
marine products, fisheries
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Think of 'sui' (水, mizu, 'water') and 'san' (産, san, 'production') — products from the water, like fish and seafood! 'Water production' → 水産 (suisan, 'marine products, fisheries').
Cultural Note
Japan is a major consumer of seafood, with 『水産業』 (suisan-gyō, 'fisheries industry') playing a key role in the economy. Dishes like 『刺身』 (sashimi, 'sliced raw fish') and 『寿司』 (sushi) highlight the importance of fresh marine products in Japanese cuisine.
Forms
Base: 水産Base noun form. Refers to products derived from aquatic environments, such as fish, shellfish, and seaweed, or the industry involved in harvesting them. Used in terms like 『水産物』 (suisanbutsu, 'marine products') or 『水産省』 (Suisan-shō, 'Ministry of Fisheries').