A general term referring to all items that can be consumed directly or after cooking, encompassing both solid and liquid consumables.
Items specifically produced for consumption, particularly those intended to be eaten; commonly associated with various types of groceries and beverages.
The collective category of consumables that are prepared for daily human nutrition, often including fresh, frozen, or instant options.
Example:
この食品は有毒である。
A category of processed foods that can be prepared quickly and are designed for long-term storage, allowing for easy and convenient meal preparation.
Foods that have been manufactured to require minimal cooking or preparation time, characterized by their ability to be kept for extended periods without spoilage.
Ready-to-eat meals or snacks that have undergone preservation methods, enabling consumers to enjoy them with little or no cooking involved.
Packaged food items that offer a quick solution for meals, often requiring only the addition of hot water or brief cooking to become ready for consumption.
A type of convenience food that is fully cooked, sealed in a pouch or container, and then sterilized through heating, allowing for a long shelf life and easy preparation by simply heating before consumption.
Food that has been processed and packaged in a way that preserves it without refrigeration, typically requiring only a brief period of heating, such as in boiling water or a microwave, before being ready to eat.
A form of ready-to-eat meal that combines the benefits of prolonged shelf stability and quick preparation, offering a variety of flavors and dishes that can be enjoyed with minimal effort.
A substance added to food for the purpose of enhancing its appearance, flavor, or shelf-life, which may include both naturally derived and chemically synthesized components.
Chemicals incorporated into food products during preparation or manufacturing, regulated by food safety laws due to potential health risks associated with their use.
Ingredients that are mixed into food to perform specific functions, such as preserving freshness, improving taste, or altering color, which can sometimes pose health concerns.
Foods that have been preserved by freezing, allowing them to be stored for extended periods and prepared for consumption when needed.
Processed food items that are made suitable for long-term storage by being subjected to low temperatures, enabling convenience in meal preparation.
Edible products that are kept in a frozen state until they are ready to be cooked and served, offering quick and easy meal options.
Example:
この冷凍食品はどのくらい保存できますか。