A small land with a grand story – Korea.
Introduction – An Unexpected Situation “I ordered hand cream at 10 p.m. and found it at my door by 6 a.m. Is that even possible?” Jake, an exchange student from the U.S., shook his head in disbelief. Korean fast delivery services go beyond mere speed—they are precise and heartfelt, a true marvel of Korean logistics … 더 읽기
Introduction – “Why Are There So Many Cafés?” First Impressions of Korean Café CultureOne of the first things that surprised my foreign friend upon arriving in Korea was the sheer number of cafés. Every street, every alley seemed to have one—and not just chain stores, but uniquely styled spaces. “Why are there so many?” he … 더 읽기
First Impressions – “Why Is Everyone Dressed the Same?” Korean Commuter Style as a Cultural SurpriseWhen my foreign friend first arrived in Korea, he was stunned by the sea of commuters on the subway. Men in gray or black suits with similar shoes, women in neat blouses and blazers. “Is there a dress code for … 더 읽기
Introduction – A Curious Question “Why do Koreans always say ‘Let’s eat together’?” – First Impressions of Korean Dining CultureA friend new to Korea once asked, “Why do people here always invite you to eat together? Is it really that important?” At first, it seemed like a polite phrase—but soon, he discovered the heart of … 더 읽기
Introduction – A Surprising Moment “Wait, the students clean the classroom themselves?”That was the reaction of an exchange student seeing a typical end-of-day routine in a Korean school. As classes ended, students pulled out mops and dustpans. In Korea, this is just normal. The Korean school cleaning culture goes beyond tidiness—it’s a way for students … 더 읽기
Introduction – A Surprising Situation “Please leave it at the door.”My foreign friend was puzzled the first time they saw this note. No face-to-face contact when receiving a package? In Korea, it’s just normal. Korean delivery culture reflects a unique Korean lifestyle that balances speed with thoughtful consideration. First Encounter – Cultural Shock When they … 더 읽기
When foreigners first travel in Korea, one of the most surprising things isn’t a temple or a dish—it’s the Korean subway system. What seems like a simple transport network quickly reveals itself to be a futuristic, comfortable, and deeply cultural experience. Let’s explore 7 reasons why the Korean subway feels like something out of a … 더 읽기
Why Do Koreans Fry So Much Food on Holidays? (Korean holiday food) When Korean holidays approach, the air fills with the smell of oil and sizzling sounds from the kitchen. Mothers wear aprons, ingredients are neatly stacked, and someone is always flipping something in a frying pan. To foreign eyes, this might just look like … 더 읽기
Why So Many Meal Scenes in K-Dramas? (Korean food culture) If you watch Korean dramas, there’s one scene you’ll see again and again: people sitting around a table, sharing food. Sometimes it’s filled with laughter, sometimes with tears—and often with tension. As a foreign viewer, I found myself wondering, “Why are there so many scenes … 더 읽기
Why Do Koreans Ask Your Age First? (Korean age culture) “Which year were you born?” That was one of the first questions I heard in Korea, and I froze for a moment. In many Western countries, people usually ask about your name, job, or hobbies first—but here, age came before anything else. At first, it … 더 읽기