Why so many Koreans are good at singing
Among various stereotypes about Koreans, having great singing voices is probably a lesser known yet subtle statement. Nicholas Harkness, Associate Professor of Anthropology at...
3 Latest Trends in Korea, Spring 2018
These days, it’s not so hard to experience Korean culture even if you live on the other side of the world – most of...
[Korean Culture 101] Basic Table Manners
Dear anyone who is planning to eat Korean food with a traditionally Korean family/ friends,
Food is an integral part of culture and sharing food...
[Korean Culture 101] The Culture of Dieting in Korea
Dieting and losing weight is a common concern for many women in Korea - to the point that there exists a popular saying, "Dieting is...
[Korean Culture 101] Who pays for the meal?
Imagine - you have just enjoyed a delicious meal at an all-you-can-eat KBBQ place with seven other friends. The waitress retrieves the side dishes before...
Kpop Cover Dance Boom Takes Center Stage on University Campuses
Hallyu (Korean Wave) is more than just an increased popularity of Korean music abroad. The Korean Wave refers to the rising interest in Korean entertainment...
[Korean Culture 101] Is “Real Men” an Accurate Depiction of the Korean Military?
What is Real Men?
Real Men is a popular variety show where a team of celebrities experiences the Korean military as real soldiers.
Who is on...
Top 10 Greatest South Korean Inventions Ranked
On May 19th, South Korea celebrated its 52nd “Inventors’ Day.” The date of May 19th is when King Sejong the Great is said to...
[Korean Culture 101] Comparing the Korean vs. American College Experience
There is a plethora of differences between how students in Korea and students in the U.S. get admitted to universities - everything from the...
[Korean Culture 101] “Ppalli Ppalli Culture” – Korean’s Disposition to Like Fast-paced Lifestyle
How long does it take, on average, for a Korean person to reply to a text message? Is that time significantly different from that...
