What is Kanto and Kansai?

What is Kanto and Kansai?

I always had a question when checking a drama’s rating, why they split it into two categories which is Kanto region and Kansai region? I also came across these two terms when watching dramas where it sounds like there is big difference between them. What is Kanto and Kansai and what is their history?

I found a useful PDF document called “Kanto vs Kansai” from jpf.org.au where it explains the history, dialect, food difference between them. Well generally Kanto represents Tokyo and its surrounding area while Kansai was formed of Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. You can read more at above or click here if it does not load.

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Besides, Wikipedia has provided some good explanations about Kanto region and Kansai region. Plus, Australian Japanese Lifestyle website also provided useful resources on both of the regions too, click here for Kanto and here for Kansai. Looks like Kanto is a trendy place while Kansai is full of cultural attractions. I so hope that I could just travel there and experience myself the difference.

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