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Michael Newman's avatar

Well Igor, you are clearly a great influencer: Having read your blogs I watched, once again, The Shogun. An 1980 classic about 17th century Japan starring Chamberlain. What a treat! After James Clevell's novel. Will re-read his Gaijin now... Thanks!

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Igor's avatar

Thanks you. The model behind the character, William Adams (Miura Anjin) who died at 55, is buried not far from where I live in Japan. Come over for “kampai” in his honour one day (:

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Gianni Simone's avatar

Does “never had to use cash in Korea” mean that you can ALSO use cash, or is digital the only option?

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Igor's avatar

Some places it is the only option, but they are not a majority. You still can use cash probably 90%, but don’t have to.

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Martin Black's avatar

I'm visiting Hong Kong and Japan for the first time next week, will be interesting to contrast the two, thanks for the tips!

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Igor's avatar

Envy you. Anticipation is often the best part. HK first, then Japan next will be like going from the bold coffee taste to soy milk (:

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Martin Black's avatar

Can't wait!

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