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Tsuru-ninjin (Codonopsis Root)
つるにんじん (Tsuru-ninjin)
Also known as: Tsuru-ninjin, Codonopsis lanceolata root, 蔓人参, Todok (Korean)
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | つるにんじん |
| Common Japanese notations | つるにんじん, 蔓人参, ツルニンジン |
| Origin | Codonopsis lanceolata root, wild-foraged in mountain regions; long medicinal-food heritage |
| Typical functions | Heritage medicinal-food specialty, Korean-cuisine influenced (todok-namul) |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Heritage cuisine. Not a designated allergen. |
Tsuru-ninjin (つるにんじん / 蔓人参) is the root of Codonopsis lanceolata, with long heritage as a medicinal food in Japan and Korea (where it is called todok). Niche specialty positioning.
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- Limited specialty supply
What it is
Tsuru-ninjin is Codonopsis lanceolata root, distinguished from common carrot / ninjin.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Heritage medicinal-food preparations.
Korean-influenced todok-namul.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Heritage cuisine. Not a designated allergen.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | China has Codonopsis (党参) tradition. |
| Korea | Korea has substantial todok (더덕) culture. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — つるにんじん
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.