Japanese Tourists Seek Korean Sesame and Perilla Oils as Seoul Market Oil Tours Spread

Japanese tourists visiting Korea are increasingly looking for sesame oil and perilla oil, drawing attention to “oil tours” that include visits to oil mills in Seoul’s traditional markets. According to rss.donga.com, Korean sesame oil and perilla oil have become new must-buy shopping items among Japanese tourists, and interest is spreading through social media and YouTube. The trend is tied to travelers sharing the experience of choosing and buying oils directly in traditional markets. This interest may broaden visitor routes within Seoul’s markets and shows the growing reach of Korean food-ingredient shopping content. Source: rss.donga.com