Little spillover from tensions in Japanese daily life from trade dispute with South Korea Japan SKorea
Even as worsening political ties led to a boycott of Japanese goods in South Korea this month, 27-year-old Tatsuya packed his bags for a getaway to Seoul last weekend.
"The people I've encountered in the supermarket, at apparel shops, on the streets in town, were all very friendly," the IT professional, who only wanted to be known by his first name, told The Straits Times.Enjoy unlimited access to ST's best work Subscribe Now
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