While you queue for ramen, the Japanese are queueing for Christmas KFC
Going wild with festive prep and rowdy Christmas party games? That's cute - or so you'll think when you see how these other countries celebrate Christmas.
From pre-ordering KFC set meals in advance to heading to the sauna with the family, these unique Christmas traditions around the world suddenly make our Christmas celebrations look tame.
2. South Africa: Deep fried caterpillars
Instead of feasting on log cakes and stuffed turkey, the South Africans dig into a totally different, um, delicacy. Their festive treat is deep-fried caterpillar of the Emperor Moth.
Also, South African children are told the story of Danny, a boy who angered his grandmother by eating the cookies that had been left for Santa. In her rage, she killed him, and he is said to haunt homes at Christmas. Stick to the bugs next time, Danny.
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