Cookpad, the popular Japanese online recipe-sharing platform, has rolled out a new feature which is facing backlash from professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts. The platform, which allows users to share and discover new recipes, introduced the new tool that some chefs believe undermines their profession. The reactions to this novel feature, which are mostly negative, poured in after its initial launch a few days ago.

In Japan, cooking is considered an art and professional chefs take great pride in their craft. Any technology or innovations that potentially harm this professional domain or devalue it could cause a stir. Not much precedence exists for social conflicts involving digital platforms in Japan, making this a noteworthy issue.

In the US or EU, reactions to similar technological innovations would greatly vary, and ultimately depend on how the tech impacts their profession. There's a spectrum of responses, from wholehearted embrace of tech advancements to stern opposition, largely driven by how they change the dynamics of professional cooking and recipe sharing.