The Future of Korea’s Creator Economy and K-Beauty A Dazzling Night at Dongdaemun Design Plaza The “Dongdaemun Design Plaza” pulsed with electric energy as hundreds of influencers, models, and actors converged for “Seoul Vibe.” Decked out in glamorous styles, roughly 450 attendees turned the venue into a spectacular showcase of Seoul’s thriving creator economy. This … Read more
Adults Playing “Police and Thief” Like Kids Again Childhood Games Take Over Adult Nightlife Something amazing is happening in Korea right now! Adults in their 20s and 30s are gathering at night to play “police and thief” – that classic tag game from childhood. Online platforms like KakaoTalk are flooded with meetup posts. Some Seoul … Read more
The Reality of Korea’s Demographic Crisis A Shocking Milestone in Education South Korea is facing a heartbreaking reality as the number of school closures surpasses a grim milestone. According to data revealed by Rep. “Jin Sun-mee”, a staggering 4,008 elementary, middle, and high schools have shut their doors nationwide due to the plunging student population. … Read more
Young Koreans Embrace Solo Activities as Pride What is Hon-Nolog? A new trend is sweeping through South Korea’s Generation Z – the art of enjoying life alone and proudly sharing it online. The “hon-nolog” phenomenon combines “hon-nol” (playing alone) with “vlog,” creating a unique content genre that celebrates solo activities. YouTuber “Naknaklog” exemplifies this movement, … Read more
A New Chapter for Child Welfare Korea is preparing to make a historic shift by ending overseas adoptions by 2029, transforming the entire child welfare system to prioritize domestic care and state responsibility. After decades of international adoptions that saw over 200,000 Korean children sent abroad, this marks a significant policy reversal. 한국이 2029년까지 해외 … Read more