In Korea, K-pop fans sometimes go on what is called a dukhoo tour. Basically, it stands for “stan tour.” Fans will identify (public) places that their favorites have been to and plan their entire day dedicated to their favorite stars! We’re sure that in the long list of ARMY bucket lists, one item that tops the list is visiting Korea. And we’re… Continue reading BTS Stan Tour: 7 Places In Seoul ARMYs Have To Visit
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Wanna One And BTS Ticket Scammers To Receive Legal Punishment
A couple of Korean ticket scammers are being legally punished. On October 18, judge Kim Jin Hee sentenced one year and six months in jail to Mr. Jeon (33 years old), who was accused of habitual fraud charges regarding concert tickets. The court revealed the reason behind giving the prison sentence. “The defendant has previously been… Continue reading Wanna One And BTS Ticket Scammers To Receive Legal Punishment
The Spicy Food Challenge: 7 Of Korea’s Hottest Foods
If there’s one thing Koreans are known for, it’s their crazy spicy food. They enjoy the feeling of having their mouths on fire, as Koreans believe that spicy foods help alleviate stress. We all know how stressful life in Korea can get for students and working adults alike, so it’s not hard to see why!… Continue reading The Spicy Food Challenge: 7 Of Korea’s Hottest Foods
Supercharge Your Korean Studies With Viki Learn – Viki’s Brand New Language Learning Site
More people are learning Korean than ever before thanks to K-pop and K-dramas; there are books, there are classes, there are apps… and now there’s Viki! In celebration of Korean culture and language on Soompi this month, we’ve got a brand new tool just for you to supercharge your learning using what probably got you… Continue reading Supercharge Your Korean Studies With Viki Learn – Viki’s Brand New Language Learning Site
13 Unique Korean Superstitions You May Not Have Known About
Does the thought of breaking a mirror or having a black cat run across your path make you anxious? Do you get excited when you find a four-leaf clover, or a penny facing heads up? These superstitious beliefs might sound familiar to you, but they aren’t worldwide harbingers of bad or good luck. Every culture has its own… Continue reading 13 Unique Korean Superstitions You May Not Have Known About
10 Korean Dishes You Need To Try At Least Once
It’s a moment that every K-drama fan goes through while watching a series. When a character starts indulging in a delectable meal, you can’t help but feel the hunger pains and a deep desire to eat whatever it is the characters are eating. There are usually a few staple dishes that are considered classics when… Continue reading 10 Korean Dishes You Need To Try At Least Once
A Guide To Major Cultural Events In Korea
K-pop, K-dramas, K-beauty are the three major pillars of Korean culture that most of us are familiar with and perhaps what sucked us into the vortex (face it, its inescapable) in the first place. But with its rich historical and cultural fabric, Korea has much more to offer. If you are planning a trip to… Continue reading A Guide To Major Cultural Events In Korea
Former President Park Geun Hye Sentenced To 25 Years In Prison
Former South Korean president Park Geun Hye received a prison sentence of 25 years on Friday, August 24, after an appeals court convicted her of accepting more bribes than previously believed. This past April, the impeached South Korean president was sentenced to 24 years after the Seoul Central District Court found her guilty of colluding… Continue reading Former President Park Geun Hye Sentenced To 25 Years In Prison
6 Delicious Convenience Store Recipes You Have To Try When Visiting Korea
If there’s one thing Koreans love, it’s 1. Convenience stores, and 2. Mixing things together – yes, like bibimbap. Convenience stores are planted on practically every street in Seoul, which is great since the food is practically a holy grail for college students (and lazy people) all over the country. But for those visiting Korea… Continue reading 6 Delicious Convenience Store Recipes You Have To Try When Visiting Korea
Ministry Of National Defense Announces Plans To Gradually Reduce Length Of Mandatory Military Service
The Ministry of National Defense has announced its plan for the reduction of the length of mandatory military service, starting with soldiers whose discharge date is planned for October 1. The reduction is to take place gradually over three years, with one day reduced every two weeks. In the end, those who enlist on June 15 of 2020 will… Continue reading Ministry Of National Defense Announces Plans To Gradually Reduce Length Of Mandatory Military Service