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Why nightlife in Asian cities are rivaling that of Berlin and NYC.
By Monique Jones
Feb. 4, 2022
Midnight Asia: Eat · Dance · Dream Cast, News, Videos and more
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Evening brings out the playful side of Asia's cities. This documentary series captures the food, drink, music — and night owls who shine in the dark.
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Episode 1Tokyo, JapanNight falls and adventure calls in neon-swept, sprawling Tokyo for an 85-year-old club DJ, a traveling bartender and playful fetish partygoers.
Episode 2Seoul, South KoreaRapid change makes for dynamic nightlife in Seoul as soulful fried chicken and local rice wine reign, and indie rockers get inspired by pansori folk.
Episode 3Mumbai, IndiaManic. Magic. Mumbai's infectious hustle inspires a mixologist to set a high bar while an MC moves area rap forward and a buttery-snack seller dazzles.
Episode 4Bangkok, ThailandCreativity bursts from all corners of chaotic Bangkok — be it a hidden gem, a stall of famed skewers, a superhero folk theater or an underground club.
Episode 5Taipei, TaiwanCome as you are in "Asia's best-kept secret," where a night market serves Michelin-worthy oyster omelets and a red-hot spot spreads the joy of drag.
Episode 6Manila, PhilippinesManila comes alive at night as rappers battle, a queer techno party takes off, and rich and poor alike line up for crispy pork-topped rice porridge.
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- CultureWhy nightlife in Asian cities are rivaling that of Berlin and NYC.By Monique JonesFeb. 4, 2022
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