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Major cities around the world display sculptures with the word “LOVE.” These sculptures can be found in major cities such as Tokyo, Taipei, Hong Kong, Singapore, Philadelphia, and New York. In South Korea, you can also find the LOVE sculpture, and in Tokyo, Japan, there is a notable LOVE sculpture. “Created by Robert Indiana” The LOVE sculpture is the work ...

Between the hotspots of Harajuku and Shibuya in Tokyo, you can find a street known as “Cat Street.” This area has gained fame as a fashion street in Tokyo, hosting various clothing stores and editorial shops. Located geographically close to Harajuku and Shibuya, it attracts a lot of young people. Originally named “Kyushibuya-gawa Yuhodo-ro (旧渋谷川遊歩道路),” it is now commonly referred ...

While in South Korea, KakaoTalk is widely used by the entire nation, in Japan, it is no exaggeration to say that almost the entire population uses an online messenger called “LINE.” LINE is a mobile messenger created by Naver in South Korea, and although it failed to dominate the market against KakaoTalk in South Korea, it succeeded in Japan. Currently, ...

Harajuku in Tokyo is a place similar to Hongdae in South Korea, attracting many young people. Along Takeshita Street, which is the main street of Harajuku, you can see various shops lined up on both sides, making it easy to find stores selling unique clothing and accessories. While passing through Harajuku Street, our party noticed a store selling distinctive products ...

Harajuku in Tokyo has a vibe quite similar to Hongdae in Seoul, South Korea. Abundant with unique stores, it is always bustling with young individuals, making it comparable to Hongdae in South Korea. Particularly on Takeshita Street, considered Harajuku’s main street, you can find various clothing stores and shops selling unique items, and you can’t overlook the street food with ...

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 ...

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 ...