In Seoul, South Korea, Hongdae Front Street is well-known. Especially popular among the young population, it is an area filled with unique shops, restaurants, and cafes. Tokyo, Japan, also has a similar place, and that is Harajuku. Harajuku is a famous spot in Tokyo, particularly appealing to those sensitive to fashion and trends. Known for attracting young individuals with vibrant ...

The Harajuku area in Tokyo, just one station away from Shibuya, is similar to South Korea’s Hongdae. It’s a place where many young people gather, and you can find many stores selling trendy clothing and accessories that attract the youth. Our group took a taxi from Shibuya to Harajuku since it was only one station away by subway, and it ...

Hongye Gate, located in downtown Incheon, is an arched tunnel designated as Cultural Heritage No. 49 by the Incheon Metropolitan City on December 23, 2002. History of Incheon’s Hongye Gate During the opening of the port, Japanese residents residing in areas such as Jungang-dong and Gwandong adjacent to Incheon Port dug this stone gate to expand their residence to Jeondong ...

Personally, I don’t often take taxis. Due to the habit of rarely using them, I only use taxis in very special cases. However, occasionally during overseas travels, there arises a need to take a taxi. During my recent trip to Japan, I decided to experience a taxi ride at least once. Taxis in Japan are generally considered expensive, even by ...

“Kinokuniya Bookstore” is Japan’s largest bookstore, with its main branch located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. If we were to draw a comparison with Korea, it can be likened to a franchise bookstore similar to Kyobo Bookstore in Korea. “Japan’s Largest Bookstore, Kinokuniya Bookstore” Just as you can find large bookstores in major city areas in Korea, it seemed the same in ...

While you can’t find Disneyland in Korea, in Tokyo, Japan, you can explore both Disneyland and DisneySea. Although these attractions are a bit away from Tokyo’s city center and are known for drawing large crowds, they are also renowned for their expensive hotel accommodations. “Disney Stores Scattered Throughout Tokyo City” To cater to those who might find it challenging to ...

While Apple Stores have become common in major areas of Seoul, they have been present in Japan’s large cities long before they appeared in South Korea. In Tokyo, especially in areas like Ginza, Shibuya, and Omotesando, you can find several Apple Stores. “Apple Store Shibuya in Tokyo, Japan” During my visit to Tokyo in 2018, I attempted to visit the ...

Japan can be considered a paradise for subculture enthusiasts, with many stores offering products related to subculture. “Animate” is one such specialty store dealing with various products related to manga and anime. As a franchise, it operates throughout Japan. “Animate – Largest Number of Stores in Japan” Animate is recognized as the animation and manga-related store with the most extensive ...

Japan, especially Tokyo, has seen the flourishing of “subculture.” As a result, it’s easy to find stores that specialize in products related to this subculture. Among the franchise stores that handle such products, “Mandarake” is one of them. “Mandarake,” based in Nakano, Tokyo, is one of the world’s largest manga and anime shopping malls that deals with used and rare ...

One of the famous bustling districts in Tokyo is Shibuya, and its renowned pedestrian crossing is a well-known attraction. This crossing, where a multitude of people cross at once, has become a famous tourist spot in itself. In front of Shibuya Station, there is a statue of a loyal dog named Hachiko. “Hachiko Statue at Shibuya Station” Hachiko, born in ...

In the shopping area of Tokyo Station, among various stores, you can discover a unique dessert named “Havaro,” made using edible flowers. Havaro is a type of dessert originating from France, crafted using milk, cream, and anglais (Bavarian cream), and it is primarily enjoyed as a sweet treat. “Upgraded with Edible Flowers” Originally a dessert imported from France, Havaro has ...

Chinatowns, areas where Chinese communities gather, can be found worldwide. In Korea, there are areas where Chinese immigrants have settled, and Incheon’s Chinatown is particularly well-known. Chinatown, along with Freedom Park, Songwoldong Fairy Tale Village, and Open Port Street, stands as a representative tourist destination in the old downtown area of Incheon, experiencing revitalization. Originating from Jogyeji: Incheon’s Chinatown Incheon’s ...