Culture
Understanding Korean Culture
Unlock the secrets to Korean customs, traditions, and etiquette.
Navigate the nuances of Korean society with our in-depth guides to local culture. From bowing and dining etiquette to understanding social hierarchies and holidays, this section provides essential insights for visitors and expats alike. Immerse yourself in the richness of Korean heritage and foster meaningful connections with locals.Understanding South Korean Business Etiquette
If you are coming to South Korea for business it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with some of…
My Experience with Azar App: The Korean Video Tinder
One Thursday evening, I sat down to try out Azar, an app developed by the Korean company Hyperconnect. I had…
Why The LGBTQ In Korea Won’t Come Out Of The
LGBTQ in Korea Throughout the past few decades, homosexuality has become a center stage subject of interest in terms of human…
10 Reasons To Study Abroad In South Korea
If you are lucky enough to get the opportunity to study abroad during your time at university, why not put…
College Life In America vs. Korea
As countries, America and Korea differ on many levels. The differences even go as far as each respective country's expectations…
10 Things Every Exchange Student In South Korea Knows
Being an Exchange Student in South Korea You made incredible memories from late-night ramen runs with friends, mid-terms exam cramming…
Dating In Korea: 8 Cultural Differences To Expect
Dating in Korea can be hard, frustrating, and confusing. If you’re Korean, you might not see it this way, but…
10 Strange Korean Superstitions and Taboos To Avoid
If you’ve lived in Korea long enough you’ve probably come across some instances of culture shock: women putting on a…
10 Struggles Only Korean-Americans Will Understand
1. When people judge you for speaking English in public Once I stopped in front of a clothing store in…
Megalia: South Korea’s Radical Feminist Community
Megalia is a radical feminist online forum that is quickly growing in infamy in South Korea. Completely anonymous, its members…
4 Ways To Survive Monsoon Season in Korea
It’s July and the monsoon is coming. The rainy season is called 장마 (jangma) in Korea, and the forecast says…
Behind the Scenes with a Controversial Drag Performer in Seoul
Days And Nights Of A Hurricane: Portraits Of A Drag Queen’s Seoul Words and Pictures by Argus Paul Between March 29…
Why is the age in Korea different?
Why is the age in Korea different? One of the first cultural differences foreigners are faced with when they…
Open Doors Metropolitan Community Church
Open Doors Metropolitan Community Church (ODMCC), previously known as Korean Rainbow Christian Fellowship, began in 2011 with only a few members,…
19th Century Five-Day Markets of Northern Korea
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, one of the most important events in village life was the five-day…
Get Connected with LGBTQIA and Allies in Korea
LGBTQIA and Allies in Korea is one of the most prominent social networking groups for those residing in South Korea.…
