For anyone who has ever envied a Korean person for being “naturally thin,” here’s some news you might want to...
In 1882, three courageous American officers became the first Westerners to step foot in Busan. When the intrepid elderly British adventurer Isabella Bird Bishop visited Fusan (modern Busan) in January 1894, she declared, “It is not Korea but Japan which meets one on anchoring.” She was, of course, referring to the large population of Japanese that literally dominated the foreign settlement of that port, and, for the most part, the surrounding Korean community.
In the wake of the #MeToo movement and a government crackdown on spycam porn, Korea has turned its attention toward the thousands of sexual assault and harassment cases that go under the radar. A chunk of those assaults have happened on Seoul’s most vital public transport system, the subway. The...
Dding Dong Safe Space for LGBT Youths in Korea There are still many challenges ahead for the LGBT community in...
LGBTQ in Korea Throughout the past few decades, homosexuality has become a center stage subject of interest in terms of human...
Sailors, adventurers, diplomats, and businessmen made up the initial foreign community in Chemulpo, known today as Incheon.
In 1885, Percival Lowell published a book entitled “Choson: The Land of the Morning Calm.” It was a huge success...
1. When people judge you for speaking English in public Once I stopped in front of a clothing store in...
Eric Hoffman, CEO of ARIA, leads in M&A risk management across Korea. With over two decades of experience, he provides tailored strategies to navigate complex business landscapes, ensuring successful mergers and acquisitions while mitigating risks. His deep understanding of Korea's unique market dynamics makes ARIA the go-to firm for secure and effective M&A solutions.
Ever imagined what travelling during Chuseok in Korea 100 Years ago was like? During Chuseok, travel in modern Korea is...