After four wonderfully nasty years Simon and Martina say goodbye to SBS PopAsia. They look back at their time on the radio show and podcast, before sharing a final story about watching the World Cup at a lovely bar which serves toast and handmade jams alongside an impressive selection of craft beers.

After four wonderfully nasty years Simon and Martina say goodbye to SBS PopAsia. They look back at their time on the radio show and podcast, before sharing a final story about watching the World Cup at a lovely bar which serves toast and handmade jams alongside an impressive selection of craft beers.

That's a wrap!

Have we lost our sense of manners and decency? Simon and Martina are seasoned travelers and are disappointed to see service workers being treated rudely by tourists all too often.

Have we lost our sense of manners and decency? Simon and Martina are seasoned travelers and are disappointed to see service workers being treated rudely by tourists all too often.

EXTRA: People are not robot servants

Simon and Martina are kicking back on a beach in Koh Samui, Thailand for their wedding anniversary and they've already racked up some fun stories just days into their trip. There's one about a little girl who wants a tattoo, trying to drink sparkling wine on a speedboat, and a special travel pig named Kogi.

Simon and Martina are kicking back on a beach in Koh Samui, Thailand for their wedding anniversary and they've already racked up some fun stories just days into their trip. There's one about a little girl who wants a tattoo, trying to drink sparkling wine on a speedboat, and a special travel pig named Kogi.

Stories from Thailand

Anthony Bourdain

Simon and Martina remember Anthony Bourdain who was a big influence and inspiration for them as foodies and presenters. Depression is a reality for some people, including Simon and Martina, who share their experiences living with the disease.If you, or a loved one, are feeling depressed or just need someone to talk to, please contact beyondblue on 1300 22 4636, or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Simon and Martina remember Anthony Bourdain who was a big influence and inspiration for them as foodies and presenters. Depression is a reality for some people, including Simon and Martina, who share their experiences living with the disease.If you, or a loved one, are feeling depressed or just need someone to talk to, please contact <a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beyondblue</a> on 1300 22 4636, or <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lifeline</a> on 13 11 14.

Appreciating food, culture & remembering Anthony Bourdain

Simon is really bad when it comes to matching dates with particular events. Instead, the songs he listens to during certain events remain as time markers in his memory.

Simon is really bad when it comes to matching dates with particular events. Instead, the songs he listens to during certain events remain as time markers in his memory.

EXTRA: Simon's musical memory

Simon and Martina are passionate about the indie music scene in Korea but generally disappointed at the lack of promotion for these artists. Can the success of K-Pop bring attention to other music genres in Korea?

Simon and Martina are passionate about the indie music scene in Korea but generally disappointed at the lack of promotion for these artists. Can the success of K-Pop bring attention to other music genres in Korea?

How K-Pop can help the entire Korean music scene

Simon and Martina recently went to the premiere of the new Wes Anderson movie Isle Of Dogs and loved it. What they didn't love though, was the backlash towards the movie. Why do some movie critics take things too far?

Simon and Martina recently went to the premiere of the new Wes Anderson movie Isle Of Dogs and loved it. What they didn't love though, was the backlash towards the movie. Why do some movie critics take things too far?

Isle Of Dogs and trying to understand haters

The best bits from the Eat Your Kimchi podcast.

The best bits from the Eat Your Kimchi podcast.

Best of the Eat Your Kimchi podcast - May 28

Korea has grown so much, even since they first moved to the country 8 years ago, but at what expense? Reminiscing of their early days in Korea, Simon and Martina wonder if Seoul can find its artistic flare again.

Korea has grown so much, even since they first moved to the country 8 years ago, but at what expense? Reminiscing of their early days in Korea, Simon and Martina wonder if Seoul can find its artistic flare again.

Does Seoul have what it takes to become cool again?

Simon and Martina share their stories growing up with food and some of their best memories of home cooked treats

Simon and Martina share their stories growing up with food and some of their best memories of home cooked treats

EXTRA: Nothing beats mum's cooking

Eat Your Kimchi on SBS PopAsia! Simon and Martina bring you all the latest on J-pop, K-pop and Asian pop culture. They take you on adventures through Japan and Korea, diving in to the culture, tasting the food and learning a lot along the way.

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It's rainy season in Japan which means, Simon and Martina's story time! When you go to Japan, you're likely to try sushi, ramen, etc. But if you're lucky to spend some extra time in Japan, Simon and Martina let you in on an unlikely, yet equally authentic culinary experience.

It's rainy season in Japan which means, Simon and Martina's story time! When you go to Japan, you're likely to try sushi, ramen, etc. But if you're lucky to spend some extra time in Japan, Simon and Martina let you in on an unlikely, yet equally authentic culinary experience.

Japanese comfort food and rainy days

Simon and Martina explore a cool new area and stumble upon an incredible yakitori restaurant. And their awesome story's just beginning there. The duo interact with fellow patrons at the restaurant, ensuing hilarity. Simon also pulls off a successful joke in Japanese, in front of a room full of Japanese people - props!

Simon and Martina explore a cool new area and stumble upon an incredible yakitori restaurant. And their awesome story's just beginning there. The duo interact with fellow patrons at the restaurant, ensuing hilarity. Simon also pulls off a successful joke in Japanese, in front of a room full of Japanese people - props!

Underground yakitori action with older folks

Simon and Martina went to their first wedding in Japan. Some of it was familiar, some of it...not so much. The duo think they were horrible guests. What did they do at the wedding? It's a pretty funny story #lol

Simon and Martina went to their first wedding in Japan. Some of it was familiar, some of it...not so much. The duo think they were horrible guests. What did they do at the wedding? It's a pretty funny story #lol

Wedding etiquette in Japan

While Simon had an adventure going to the Polish Embassy, Martina had an adventure of her own thrift shopping. Martina loves thrift shopping and well Simon hates shopping period! Also, Simon and Martina's neighbour gives them a plant, will they kill it like every other plant they've owned?

While Simon had an adventure going to the Polish Embassy, Martina had an adventure of her own thrift shopping. Martina loves thrift shopping and well Simon hates shopping period! Also, Simon and Martina's neighbour gives them a plant, will they kill it like every other plant they've owned?

The magical experience of thrift shopping in Japan

Simon and Martina discuss the controversy around YouTuber Logan Paul and the backlash over a recent controversial video he filmed in a Japanese forest. They're not just upset, or angry, about that video though. This is a bigger issue for them.

Simon and Martina discuss the controversy around YouTuber Logan Paul and the backlash over a recent controversial video he filmed in a Japanese forest. They're not just upset, or angry, about that video though. This is a bigger issue for them.

Thoughts on the Logan Paul YouTube controversy

Simon and Martina are talking about how they deal with negativity online and attempt to understand why people treat other's awfully in the digital space. Simon was effected by a negative comment left about him this week, because he didn't have time to stop and say hi to a fan on the street. It got to him. But it's not the worst comment he, or Martina, have had thrown at them online. The duo talk about other famous people who've been trolled and bullied online, and they're asking everyone to remember we're all humans who are going through our own struggles. Just remember that.

Simon and Martina are talking about how they deal with negativity online and attempt to understand why people treat other's awfully in the digital space. Simon was effected by a negative comment left about him this week, because he didn't have time to stop and say hi to a fan on the street. It got to him. But it's not the worst comment he, or Martina, have had thrown at them online. The duo talk about other famous people who've been trolled and bullied online, and they're asking everyone to remember we're all humans who are going through our own struggles. Just remember that.

When social media is an awful place

Simon and Martina are having a little vent about why they unfollow people (yes, sometimes their friends) on social media. If they're not interested in the things you post, if you're spamming your account with baby photos, if they don't like what you're saying/posting then they're not going to keep following you on social media. They like to follow Ramen shops - the menus update on Twitter. Amazing. What about you, why do you unfollow people online?

Simon and Martina are having a little vent about why they unfollow people (yes, sometimes their friends) on social media. If they're not interested in the things you post, if you're spamming your account with baby photos, if they don't like what you're saying/posting then they're not going to keep following you on social media. They like to follow Ramen shops - the menus update on Twitter. Amazing. What about you, why do you unfollow people online?

Why friends unfollow friends on social media

- Japan has nine islands- Fukuoka has amazing ramen and street food stalls- It's close to Korea- Simon and Martina met a lot of people from different backgrounds- Overcoming language barriers and making friends was great- Martina got food poisoning from tempura and the duo had 'second-degree' fun- Simon and Martina were stuck in peak hour traffic while Marina really needed the bathroom - badly!- Got home and had no gas or hot water- Forgot to pay the gas bill before they went away for the weekend- Second-degree fun because now they can look back and laugh at it

- Japan has nine islands- Fukuoka has amazing ramen and street food stalls- It's close to Korea- Simon and Martina met a lot of people from different backgrounds- Overcoming language barriers and making friends was great- Martina got food poisoning from tempura and the duo had 'second-degree' fun- Simon and Martina were stuck in peak hour traffic while Marina really needed the bathroom - badly!- Got home and had no gas or hot water- Forgot to pay the gas bill before they went away for the weekend- Second-degree fun because now they can look back and laugh at it

Food poisoning in rush hour, second-degree fun and overcoming language barriers

This week Simon and Martina went to the Studio Ghibli museum in Japan for the second time, and it was better than their first visit. This time they watched the movie, which they say you have to do if you go to the museum. There are movies that don't air anywhere else in the world. They got to see an extension of the Totoro Universe. It was incredible. There was a special food exhibition that was amazing too! They learnt that chopsticks are one of the hardest things to animate; the exhibition was brimming with food from Spirited Away. There's also a cafe with food and interesting food facts from anime movies, and a full interactive kitchen you can go in to. So much cheese. Have you been to the museum? Any recommendations? 

This week Simon and Martina went to the Studio Ghibli museum in Japan for the second time, and it was better than their first visit. This time they watched the movie, which they say you have to do if you go to the museum. There are movies that don't air anywhere else in the world. They got to see an extension of the Totoro Universe. It was incredible. There was a special food exhibition that was amazing too! They learnt that chopsticks are one of the hardest things to animate; the exhibition was brimming with food from Spirited Away. There's also a cafe with food and interesting food facts from anime movies, and a full interactive kitchen you can go in to. So much cheese. Have you been to the museum? Any recommendations?

Inside Japan's Studio Ghibli museum

This week Simon and Martina found two amazing eateries that you all need to try when you go to Tokyo. One place had the best Kimchi the duo have had in Japan so far and the other served up the best Ramen. When they first went in to the Ramen place, it was small (we're talking tiny), with the slowest moving line ever. You were squished next to an air-conditioning unit and everything looked black, grimey and oily. Then they saw the bowls of Ramen and thought they'd made a huge mistake. There was more food outside the bowl than in it; so many bean sprouts. It was massive, they've never seen a bowl of Ramen so big. But, it was DELICIOUS. They have two favourite Ramen places in Tokyo, but this place was out-of-this-world. It was some of the best Ramen they've had all year!

This week Simon and Martina found two amazing eateries that you all need to try when you go to Tokyo. One place had the best Kimchi the duo have had in Japan so far and the other served up the best Ramen. When they first went in to the Ramen place, it was small (we're talking tiny), with the slowest moving line ever. You were squished next to an air-conditioning unit and everything looked black, grimey and oily. Then they saw the bowls of Ramen and thought they'd made a huge mistake. There was more food outside the bowl than in it; so many bean sprouts. It was massive, they've never seen a bowl of Ramen so big. But, it was DELICIOUS. They have two favourite Ramen places in Tokyo, but this place was out-of-this-world. It was some of the best Ramen they've had all year!

Is this the best Ramen in Tokyo?

Hanami or the Cherry Blossom festival is a huge tradition in Japan where people gather under the cherry blossoms for picnics and to appreciate the beauty of nature. Simon and Martina say it's like a family friendly version of St. Patrick's Day! Join them as they find a spot right under a Cherry Blossom Tree...bliss.

Hanami or the Cherry Blossom festival is a huge tradition in Japan where people gather under the cherry blossoms for picnics and to appreciate the beauty of nature. Simon and Martina say it's like a family friendly version of St. Patrick's Day! Join them as they find a spot right under a Cherry Blossom Tree...bliss.

How to enjoy Cherry Blossom Season in Japan

Simon and Martina talk about the new plastic surgery themed K-Pop music videos, by girl group Six Bomb, called 'before' and 'after.' The first video shows the girls 'before' plastic surgery and the second shows them 'after' going under the knife. The EYK duo are pretty outraged by cosmetic surgery being promoted through the music industry. Some people think it's ok because it's 'part of Korean culture.' Simon and Martina say it shouldn't be; people should be happy with the way they look. Also, Japan have toilets that spray your butt clean and they're making them even better before hosting the Olympics.

Simon and Martina talk about the new plastic surgery themed K-Pop music videos, by girl group Six Bomb, called 'before' and 'after.' The first video shows the girls 'before' plastic surgery and the second shows them 'after' going under the knife. The EYK duo are pretty outraged by cosmetic surgery being promoted through the music industry. Some people think it's ok because it's 'part of Korean culture.' Simon and Martina say it shouldn't be; people should be happy with the way they look. Also, Japan have toilets that spray your butt clean and they're making them even better before hosting the Olympics.

A K-Pop group promoting plastic surgery isn't good for Korean culture

Simon and Martina are fuming. Their beloved Kichijoji (where they live) has fallen from first, to third, in popularity ratings. According to real estate agencies, Kichijoji has slipped in popularity among popular places to visit in Japan, with Ebisu coming in second and Yokohama taking out first place! The duo are not happy, and don't agree with this at all. This leads to a discussion about where you should go, and stay, when you visit Japan and how you can (and should) avoid the 'Tokyo crush'. You're welcome guys...

Simon and Martina are fuming. Their beloved Kichijoji (where they live) has fallen from first, to third, in popularity ratings. According to real estate agencies, Kichijoji has slipped in popularity among popular places to visit in Japan, with Ebisu coming in second and Yokohama taking out first place! The duo are not happy, and don't agree with this at all. This leads to a discussion about where you should go, and stay, when you visit Japan and how you can (and should) avoid the 'Tokyo crush'. You're welcome guys...

The top 3 places in Japan have Simon and Martina 'fuming'

This week Simon and Martina went to a secret bar in an alleyway, and ordered chocolate kisses and ice-cream sundaes. It was off Harmonica Alley and was really dark except for some blue fair lights inside. You paid to sit down, and they sat next to two businessman who looked very well dressed and fancy. Looking at the menu and they were surprised to see chocolate kisses, and an ice-cream sundae so (of course) they ordered them both, and they were delicious! A chocolate sundae at a steamy, dark, very dapper bar was awesome. It was another place they hadn't found online, but from exploring the 'darker' side to Japan. Recommendation taken!

This week Simon and Martina went to a secret bar in an alleyway, and ordered chocolate kisses and ice-cream sundaes. It was off Harmonica Alley and was really dark except for some blue fair lights inside. You paid to sit down, and they sat next to two businessman who looked very well dressed and fancy. Looking at the menu and they were surprised to see chocolate kisses, and an ice-cream sundae so (of course) they ordered them both, and they were delicious! A chocolate sundae at a steamy, dark, very dapper bar was awesome. It was another place they hadn't found online, but from exploring the 'darker' side to Japan. Recommendation taken!

Ordering ice-cream sundaes at a steamy, dapper bar in Japan

Simon and Martina talk about all the K-Pop groups going to Japan because they're not making money in Korea, and they're making a lot of money in Japan. There's bands they haven't heard about in Korea for ages but are everywhere on billboards in Japan. Also a very popular clothing brand in Japan (GU) has created really cheap Sailor Moon clothes and Martina wants all of it (pants, dresses, bags...) Would you buy it?

Simon and Martina talk about all the K-Pop groups going to Japan because they're not making money in Korea, and they're making a lot of money in Japan. There's bands they haven't heard about in Korea for ages but are everywhere on billboards in Japan. Also a very popular clothing brand in Japan (GU) has created really cheap Sailor Moon clothes and Martina wants all of it (pants, dresses, bags...) Would you buy it?

K-Pop bands are going to Japan to make money

Simon and Martina's number 1 travel tip! This week Simon and Martina are in Rome! They've noticed people are collecting sights like Pokemon; taking selfies, looking at the photo and then leaving the sight, without taking it all in. The EYK duo have a few travel tips for you - don't over plan. Also Simon's favourite memory sounds like a glorious day we'd like to be part of.

Simon and Martina's number 1 travel tip! This week Simon and Martina are in Rome! They've noticed people are collecting sights like Pokemon; taking selfies, looking at the photo and then leaving the sight, without taking it all in. The EYK duo have a few travel tips for you - don't over plan. Also Simon's favourite memory sounds like a glorious day we'd like to be part of.

Simon and Martina's top travel tip

After a few hectic weeks Simon and Martina decide to take a day off for some chill, exploration time. Taking in the local architecture and people-watching at the local park, the duo accidentally recreate a hipster movie scene. They share their tip for finding hidden gems in Japan's suburbs.

After a few hectic weeks Simon and Martina decide to take a day off for some chill, exploration time. Taking in the local architecture and people-watching at the local park, the duo accidentally recreate a hipster movie scene. They share their tip for finding hidden gems in Japan's suburbs.

Stop and smell the roses

This week Simon and Martina talk about a 'darker' side to Japan. They discovered a place in their Japanese suburb, that they've never explored before. At about 10pm, they decided to walk down a sketchy street and they found a Chinese restaurant that was a bit dingey inside. Outside the restaurant there were two possible prostitutes and no condiments on any tables, only cigarette trays. There were men in suits slapping a guy, and a man with bleached-blonde hair smoking in front of a no-smoking sign, in front of the police station. But, the duo don't feel in danger in Japan because as long as you mind your own business, no one will bother you. There's no confrontation if you don't create it...moral of the story? The Chinese food was amazing!

This week Simon and Martina talk about a 'darker' side to Japan. They discovered a place in their Japanese suburb, that they've never explored before. At about 10pm, they decided to walk down a sketchy street and they found a Chinese restaurant that was a bit dingey inside. Outside the restaurant there were two possible prostitutes and no condiments on any tables, only cigarette trays. There were men in suits slapping a guy, and a man with bleached-blonde hair smoking in front of a no-smoking sign, in front of the police station. But, the duo don't feel in danger in Japan because as long as you mind your own business, no one will bother you. There's no confrontation if you don't create it...moral of the story? The Chinese food was amazing!

The 'darker' side to Japan

Simon and Martina are back from Rome and tell you what it's like to holiday there. Simon says it's the most beautiful city in the world. They loved the artistic graffiti and ALL the delicious food. They also noticed how 'touchy-feely' the Italians are. A few funny stories ensue...

Simon and Martina are back from Rome and tell you what it's like to holiday there. Simon says it's the most beautiful city in the world. They loved the artistic graffiti and ALL the delicious food. They also noticed how 'touchy-feely' the Italians are. A few funny stories ensue...

What it's like to holiday in Rome

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