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What is the difference between Japanese and Korean food?
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The most notable difference between Japanese and Korean food is the use of spices and seasonings. In Japan, seafood, such as sushi and sashimi, is often lightly seasoned or only lightly cooked, while Korean food typically uses more aggressive seasonings, such as garlic, soy sauce, and chili pepper, as well as stir-frying and stewing methods. Additionally, Korean meals usually include pickled side dishes, whereas Japanese side dishes are more likely to be cooked. Finally, Japanese and Korean food also differ in their use of ingredients. Japanese food tends to be more focused on the use of seafood, while Korean dishes incorporate a larger variety of ingredients.