As a foreigner with no real bias toward either of these Asian nations, I thought I’d share some of my observations comparing Japan vs Korea.
Food / Restaurants / Shinjuku
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This fishing restaurant in Japan lets you catch your own dinner!
Located in Shinjuku Washington Hotel, this fishing restaurant provides one of the most authentic and memorable Japanese dining experiences!
Food
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Cereal in Japan exists, but not as you’d expect!
Many who come here on holiday adjust to eating rice or noodles for breakfast, but cereal in Japan can be a surprisingly unique experience too!
Food / Halal / Osaka
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Halal Ramen Naniwaya is Osaka’s Muslim-friendly Japanese diner
Serving up delicious ramen, succulent wagyu beef, and crispy fried entrées, Halal Ramen Naniwaya is a God-send for Muslims in Osaka!
Anime / Arcades / Gaming / Osaka / Theme Park
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5 reasons to visit Universal Studios Japan even without a ticket
Universal Studios Japan is more than a bunch of rollercoaster rides and popcorn stands. Here are 5 unique reasons you’ll love USJ in Osaka.
Kitakyushu / Shopping
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Riverwalk Kitakyushu offers a scenic shopping complex and walk
Despite its name, Riverwalk Kitakyushu is the name of the shopping complex along Murasaki River, but it’s definitely a nice “river walk” too.
Food / Kitakyushu / Restaurants
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Freshness Burger is more than your average burger joint
You’ll find the classic green logo of Freshness Burger just about anywhere in Japan. Serving up more than just burgers, it’s a must-visit!
Airport / Food / Tokyo / Travel
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Trying Tokyo Banana – is it worth the hype?
Tokyo Banana is the official souvenir sweet of Tokyo, with millions of foreigners bringing a pack home each year, but are they actually good?
Food / Restaurants / Travel
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Top 5 “non-Japanese” restaurants you must try in Japan
Japanese food is among the most delicious cuisines in the world, but Japan is also home to many non-Japanese restaurants you simply must try!
Food / Kitakyushu
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Trying Cinnabon in Japan – what differences can you expect?
At this point, I could make a whole series about Japan’s twist on Western favorites, this time featuring the iconic Cinnabon!
Food / Restaurants
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Saizeriya – exploring Japan’s yoshoku (western) restaurants
One of the restaurants you’ll see everywhere in Japan is Saizeriya, the best place to experience Japan’s take on western food!
Cinema / Kitakyushu / Shopping
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Exploring ChaCha Town – Kokura’s entertainment village
ChaCha Town is Kokura’s entertainment shopping district; comprising clothing stores, restaurants, theaters, arcades, and a big Ferris wheel!