"Traveling to Japan & South Korea is every moment invites discovery!"
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A curated collection of videos connected to this journey.
Coming to you straight from the sushi chef’s mouth, VICE MUNCHIES presents the dos and don’ts of eating sushi, as taught by Tokyo's Naomichi Yasuda. Be warned: You've been doing it wrong. Runtime: 6 min.
The highly refined style of dining known as kaiseki has evolved from the elaborate Zen Buddhist tea ceremony of the 16th century, and is viewed as the ultimate expression of Japanese cuisine. In this documentary from The Culinary Institute of America, four masters of the kaiseki tradition display their art. Runtime: 11 min.
Japanese tea ceremonies are focused on enjoying the moment and remembering it will never come back again. While participating, the principles of harmony, respect, purity and tranquility are of utmost importance. Learn more and watch the ritual in this detailed short film. Runtime: 8 min.
Jia Choi, professor of Korean food studies, explains the basics of Korea’s barbecue, grilling beef on a table top pine charcoal grill and consuming it wrapped in lettuce and topped with garlic, green onion, sesame oil and pickles. Runtime: 4 min.
Now this is a sauce you should know. In Andong, South Korea, fourth-generation gochujang master Choi, Myung Hee works on a 100-year-old recipe for the fermented red chile paste and here she shares it. Runtime: 8 min.
Chef Ji Hye Kim speaks about kimchi, touching the centuries-old practice and cultural traditions around preparing and consuming kimchi in Korea and demonstrating three unique preparations of the dish—proving that kimchi is way more than just fermented cabbage. Runtime: 13 min.
Inspirational, innovative and intriguing, Japan is a favorite destination with Tauck travelers... where gilded temples and glittering skyscrapers reign over streets steeped in history and tradition.
Sharing the storied coast of the Sea of Japan, South Korea and Japan reveal a compelling blend of ancient traditions and modern vitality. Begin with three nights in Seoul, exploring royal palaces, vibrant markets, and centuries-old cultural landmarks before traveling by high-speed train to Busan to embark on an 8-night cruise aboard Le Soléal
From bullet trains to rickshaws, sumo shows to sushi making, age-old temples to modern-day marvels, Japan welcomes with traditions and technologies for families to experience together. Enjoy a three-night stay in Tokyo, learning about Japanese warriors, digital art, cultural trends and more as you experience a taste of life in one of the world's most exciting cities. Speed out into the countryside aboard a bullet train, then slow down and soak in the sights of Lake Ashi on a pirate cruise with view of Mt. Fuji. History takes center stage during a two-night stay in Hiroshima, peaceful today, and Kyoto enchants with cultural sights, a geisha performance and a nightingale castle that you'll not soon forget
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