Monthly Archives: October 2026

[Apple Paradise!! Overseas Edition] A 13-Day Fruit Journey in South Korea: Local Markets and Apple Industry Challenges

A brand-new series, “Apple Paradise: Overseas Edition,” is here! Mr. Hosaka, an apple lover who moved to Aomori from Yokohama, has set off on a journey around the world. What are apples like in different countries around the globe?! In South Korea there are markets all over the country selling seafood, fruit, vegetables, and prepared foods such as kimchi and namul. Think of it as a large-scale version of “Niji-no-Mart” or a more low-key version of Ueno’s “Ameyoko.” It seems the government is protecting markets like this in order to preserve the diverse food culture. It was a lively place filled with locals, and it felt like I was getting… Read More: [Apple Paradise!! Overseas Edition] A 13-Day Fruit Journey in South… »