Yoo Jae-suk and Lee Yi-kyung Bond with Matsushige Yutaka Over Unique Dishes
In the latest episode of MBC's 'What Do You Do When You Play?' (놀면 뭐하니?), hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Lee Yi-kyung shared a delightful culinary experience with Matsushige Yutaka, the star of the popular Japanese series 'Kodoku no Gurume' (고독한 미식가). The trio enjoyed traditional Korean dishes, including 과메기 (dried fish) and 꼬리곰탕 (oxtail soup), while discussing their mutual love for food.
During the show, Yoo Jae-suk and Lee Yi-kyung followed actress Shim Eun-kyung to a restaurant known for its 과메기, where they were greeted by Matsushige, who expressed surprise at meeting fans from Korea. Yoo Jae-suk, visibly excited, shared his admiration for Matsushige, stating, "I’m such a big fan of 'Kodoku no Gurume.'"
As they dined, Matsushige admitted he had never tried 과메기 before, and the group discussed the dish's unique flavor, with Shim Eun-kyung describing it as her favorite food despite its strong smell. The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie as they shared tips on how to enjoy the dish, with Yoo Jae-suk expressing his honor at witnessing Matsushige eat.
The conversation turned light-hearted when Yoo Jae-suk noted a resemblance between himself and Matsushige, leading to playful banter about their eating habits. Matsushige revealed he doesn't have any particular dislikes when it comes to food, although Lee Yi-kyung teased him about being picky with fish.
After enjoying the 과메기, the group headed to a 꼬리곰탕 restaurant in Namdaemun Market. Matsushige praised Yoo Jae-suk's popularity in Korea, comparing him to the famous Japanese comedian Akashiya Sanma. The two shared laughs and stories, with Matsushige humbly noting that he was surprised by the recognition he received in Korea.
As the episode concluded, Matsushige expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to explore Korean cuisine and promised to share his favorite okonomiyaki restaurant in Japan with Yoo Jae-suk and Lee Yi-kyung, inviting them to visit. He also shared his excitement for the upcoming release of 'Kodoku no Gurume: The Movie,' hoping fans would enjoy the film as much as the series.
