oden
A Japanese fish cake (narutomaki) sliced and presented, often with a distinctive pink swirl pattern in the center.
There are different emoji meanings for oden in different cultures:
- Western culture
- May be less immediately recognizable as a food item by those unfamiliar with traditional Japanese cuisine, possibly perceived as an abstract design or a general Asian food symbol.
- East Asian culture
- Instantly recognized as narutomaki, a beloved and iconic ingredient in many noodle dishes, especially ramen. Evokes nostalgia or desire for Japanese food.
