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Children’s Day in South Korea

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Fortune Telling in Korea

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Fortune telling in Korea, as well as some other kinds of divination, has been popular since ancient times. Korean shamen are an integral part of traditional culture and many still believe in…
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How Important is Korean Age?

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If you are interested in Korean culture, I am sure you have already come across Korean age before. But recently, President Yoon proposed getting rid of the Korean age system. So, why do some…
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Witch in Korea: Where to Find Wiccan Supplies

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I practice Wicca and therefore identify as a witch. However, being a witch in Korea can be difficult. Our religion places a heavy focus on rituals that require certain items and ingredients to…
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Planning a Birthday in Korea

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There is only one day a year that is all about you – your birthday! When you’re abroad on your birthday you’ll want to celebrate your day the best way possible. You can have…
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Konnect: A Community for Foreigners in Korea

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KoreabyMe is proud to announce the launch of our newest feature, Konnect. Konnect is an easy-to-use platform where people from all over the world who are living in Korea can connect with…
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What is Aegyo? Cute or Weird?

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey A. Peters
Have you noticed this tendency for adult Korean women to sound like spoiled brats when talking to men in Korean dramas? This “act” is called aegyo in Korea, kawaii (Japan), and…
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Public Holidays in Korea 2022 & 2023

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After learning about Korean official holidays in my Korean class, I decided to share this information. After all, it is convenient to set your plans according to public holidays, because it’s…
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Lotus Lantern Festival: Buddha’s Birthday Parade 2022

  • 🇧🇷 Julia Gulacsi
Ever since arriving in South Korea I always wanted to participate in traditional festivals and celebrations. This year I found out about the Lotus Lantern Festival and was able to attend a…
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MBTI Craze in Korea

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If you’ve found yourself hanging out with Korean friends recently, there is one question that’s bound to make its way into the conversation. What is your MBTI? The psychological…
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Buddha’s Birthday in Korea: Post-Pandemic Celebrations

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Over the past two years, Buddha’s Birthday celebrations were canceled due to the pandemic. However, this year most celebrations are scheduled to return to South Korea. Buddha’s…
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Post-Pandemic Korean Diet Culture: Body Profile

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The pandemic had a huge impact on mental health and body image. During lockdowns, fitness took a backseat. Everything was closed and people were afraid to go outside. However, as lockdowns…
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The Secret to Korean Graphics: Miri Canvas

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If you’re in Korea, you may notice that all advertisements, graphics, and presentations have a similar aesthetic. They are clean-cut, colorful, and eyecatching. But, how is everyone…
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Seasonal Allergies in Korea: The Ultimate Guide

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This is your ultimate guide to dealing with seasonal allergies, hay fever, and allergy-induced rhinitis while living in Korea! From personal experiences and useful phrases, to exactly what to…
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Korean Goblins: How Much Do You Know?

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
Korean mythology is absolutely amazing and swamped with fantastic legendary creatures. However, in this article, we will do an in-depth examination of Korean goblins, or Dokkaebi (도깨비). It has…
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The Korean Zombie: Korea’s UFC Champion

  • 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Kizzy Kuhn
Men all over Korea are hardcore fanboying over The Korean Zombie following UFC 273. On April 9, 2022, the UFC Featherweight Championship took place with The Korean Zombie going head to head…
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Why is Korea’s Population Aging?

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
When I first arrived in Korea, I was shocked by how many ahjusshis (old men) and ahjummas (old women) I saw. They were all perfectly healthy, outpacing me ( a 20 years old girl ) on treks all…
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How to Extend Your D-2 Student Visa on HiKorea

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
If you are in Korea, the easiest, most hassle-free way to extend your visa is through the online system HiKorea. Today I will run through my own experience using HiKorea to extend a D-2…
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Fairies in Korean and Indonesian Mythology

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Even though I am familiar with Korean history and politics in general, folklore is my forte. In modern times, we can often see Korean dramas casually incorporating mythological creatures into…
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Living Vertically: Apartment Life in South Korea

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South Korea is a tiny country, so most housing is built up and not out. Apartment life is the most common housing option, with more than 60% of the population living in highrises. So…
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8 Cultural Shocks In Korea

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I did it all – I read countless articles, stories, and blogs. I watched videos, vlogs, and documentaries. But still – when I got to the country, there were at least 8 cultural…
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