Only a few days left until Christmas and we're already feeling the holiday spirit in our stomachs. Actually, that might just be good 'ol hunger. Still, as we prepare to enjoy festivities, let's take a look at one of the universal constants that brings joy to so many across this bright blue planet of we all live in: fried chicken.

Kentucky Fried Chicken, knowing our shared love of deep-fried poultry, gives us a glimpse at how the rest of the world celebrates the holidays with the savory dish.

Here are ten festive fried chicken buckets from different countries around the world, excluding the United States.

Happy holidays, y'all.

Japan

Italy

Cyprus

Romania

Russia

Turkey

South Africa

Germany

Latin America

Thailand