6. Japan

Chefs in Japan take their art seriously, and many are specialist experts in their field. Subsequently, the dishes are unique, refined, and out of this world. Hailed the world over for sushi, sashimi, ramen, sake, even fugu, which is perilous should it not be prepared correctly. 

For every Japanese dish you've heard of, there are a hundred more. And for every one you've tried, you haven't tasted it until you visit Japan. Some of the best places to eat don't have any seating at all and are found in random places like the exits to metro stations. An example is Sukiyabashi Jiro, hailed the world’s greatest sushi restaurant.