Abroad in Japan
Is THIS Japan's Ugliest Place?
Nov 1, 2023
Topics include YouTube subscriptions, car shipping from Japan to the UK, a visit to a Toyota specialist, the Tokaimura nuclear incident in Ibaraki, a Green Chef sponsorship and Fact Machine segment, teaching challenges and recommended books, and exploring Edo Wonderland theme park in Japan.
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- Ibaraki has been ranked as the least attractive prefecture in Japan, despite efforts to improve its reputation and promote tourism.
- Chris taught his Japanese students phrases like 'alright mate' to help them understand colloquial British English.
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Ibaraki ranked as the least attractive prefecture in Japan
According to an annual survey, Ibaraki has reclaimed the title of being the least attractive prefecture in Japan, after losing it to Saga prefecture the previous year. This is the 12th time Ibaraki has been ranked last since the survey began in 2009. Despite efforts to improve its reputation and promote tourism, Ibaraki's attractions often go unnoticed.
