Why Tokyo is the Food Capital of the World

Australian tourists are visiting Japan in record numbers, with one million travelers expected to arrive this year. In Tokyo visitors are increasingly attracted by the nation’s food – the city has become the number one destination for food lovers with more Michelin star restaurants than its nearest rival Paris. On Foreign Correspondent the ABC’s north Asia correspondent James Oaten sets out to discover what’s driving this foodie obsession.

Courtesy of ABC News In-depth on YouTube. Watch on YouTube ↗

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