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Japanese Reaction to Hongdae Becoming the 'Akihabara of Korea'

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Japanese reactions to the news that Hongdae is becoming the Akihabara of Korea

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News report on Hongdae's otaku culture and its transformation into Korea's Akihabara

So, what are the Japanese reactions?

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"Wait, isn't Akiba dead though?"

Hongdae Akihabara Otaku Culture Korea-Japan Urban Trends

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"Users are skeptical about the 'Akihabara' comparison since the real Akiba is now seen as a tourist trap. They provide a detailed guide on where to actually find the good stuff while joking that 'Akiba' is more of a state of mind (or a website) than a place."

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