Why Foreign Tourists in Korea Are Now Making Their Own Traditional Accessories From Wearing Culture to Creating It For years, one of the most popular experiences for foreign tourists in Korea was renting hanbok and taking photos in places like Gyeongbokgung or Bukchon. But that trend is evolving. More visitors now want something deeper and … Read more
How to Enjoy Spicy Rice Cakes Without a Blood Sugar Crash You Don’t Have to Quit Tteokbokki Let’s be real — tteokbokki is one of those foods that is almost impossible to resist. The sweet, spicy smell from a street stall can completely ruin your willpower in the best way. The problem is not the … Read more
The Culture Behind Korea’s Summer Commute The Strange Sight of Bare Eyes in Summer If you spend time in Seoul during summer, one thing may feel surprisingly different: not many people wear sunglasses on the way to work. For foreigners like “Ella Mitchell,” this can be a real culture shock. In many countries, sunglasses are … Read more
Why June Hur’s “Behind Five Willows” Feels So Addictive A Joseon-Era Love Story With Modern Energy If you love historical fiction, literary romance and K-drama tension, “Behind Five Willows” sounds like the kind of book you should not ignore. June Hur takes readers into late Joseon, a time when King Jeongjo was trying to crack … Read more
Seoul Metro Adds English Warnings After Graffiti Vandalism at Subway Depots Why Seoul Metro Is Changing Its Warning System Seoul Metro is tightening security after a series of graffiti vandalism cases involving foreign nationals at subway depots. The company now plans to install standardized warning signs in English around depot fences, hoping to deter trespassing … Read more