Lifestyle
Tradition vs. Modern Reality The Rising Cost of Love Korean couples are facing unprecedented wedding expenses, with the average cost reaching 360 million won (approximately $253,000) in recent years. This staggering figure has prompted many young couples to reconsider traditional customs, starting with one of marriage’s most symbolic items: wedding rings. 한국의 예비부부들은 전례 없는 … Read more
Korean Banks Target 2.7 Million Foreign Residents as New Growth Market Korean banks are turning their attention to the country’s growing foreign resident population as they search for new opportunities beyond the saturated domestic market. With over 2.1 million foreign residents now living in Korea, financial institutions are rolling out specialized products and services to … Read more
From Heartbreak to Global Fame Remember that internet-famous toast recipe that once took Korea by storm? The one that made someone text their ex just for the recipe? Well, guess what—it’s now conquered New York City and the world can’t stop talking about it. 한때 온라인을 뜨겁게 달궜던 ‘전남친 토스트’를 기억하시나요? 전 남자친구에게까지 연락할 정도로 … Read more
Korean Food Companies Face Criticism Over “Zero Sugar” Product Claims The Rise of Zero-Sugar Products in Korea The Korean food market has witnessed an explosive growth in “zero sugar” products, driven by health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives to traditional sugary snacks and beverages. Companies have rushed to capitalize on this trend, launching everything from carbonated drinks … Read more
How “Young 40s” Became a Fashion Mockery in Korean Society The Rise and Fall of a Trend The term “young 40s” has undergone a dramatic transformation in Korean society. Originally coined in 2015 by trend consultant “Kim Yong-sub” as a positive label for Generation X embracing new challenges in their forties, it has now become … Read more