Differences in color and shape: Striped nori is lighter in color, light green or lavender, while nori is dark brown or purple. In addition, the shape of striped nori is thinner and tender, while nori is thicker.

Differences in origin: Striped nori is mainly produced in the waters off the coasts of Zhejiang, Fujian and Guangdong in China, while nori has a wider range of origins, including the coastal areas of China, Japan and Korea.