반응형 기획연재86 “Why Is Education So Important in Korea? Pressure, Prestige, and Purpose” Why Is Education So Important in Korea? Pressure, Prestige, and Purpose“Why do Korean students study all day—even at night and on weekends?”Education in South Korea isn’t just a personal goal—it’s a national obsession. With intense competition, rigorous schools, and after-school academies (hagwons), the Korean education system is one of the most demanding in the world. This post explores why edu.. 2025. 5. 21. What’s the Deal with Korean Age vs. International Age? What’s the Deal with Korean Age vs. International Age?“Why is my Korean friend suddenly two years older than me—even though we’re the same age?”Welcome to the uniquely Korean concept of “Korean age” (한국 나이). For decades, Koreans calculated age differently than the rest of the world, often making people 1–2 years older than their international peers. This post unpacks the Korean age system, why i.. 2025. 5. 20. Why Do Koreans Love Coffee So Much? Inside Korea’s Café Culture Boom Why Do Koreans Love Coffee So Much? Inside Korea’s Café Culture Boom“Why are there five coffee shops on the same street in Seoul?”In South Korea, coffee is more than a drink—it’s a lifestyle. From quiet study spots to themed dessert cafés, Korea’s café culture is booming. But this obsession didn’t happen overnight.This post explores why Koreans drink so much coffee, how cafés became cultural hub.. 2025. 5. 18. What Is Chuseok and How Is It Celebrated? Korea’s Thanksgiving Explained What Is Chuseok and How Is It Celebrated? Korea’s Thanksgiving Explained“Is Chuseok just like Thanksgiving in America?”Not quite. While both holidays celebrate harvest and family, Chuseok (추석) is uniquely Korean. It’s a time to honor ancestors, return to hometowns, and share traditional food. In this post, we explore the history, rituals, foods, and modern evolution of Chuseok, one of Korea’s mo.. 2025. 5. 18. Why Is Plastic Surgery So Common in Korea? Behind the Beauty Standards Why Is Plastic Surgery So Common in Korea? Behind the Beauty Standards“Is it true that double eyelid surgery is a graduation gift in Korea?”Yes—in South Korea, plastic surgery is widely accepted and incredibly common. Seoul is often called the “plastic surgery capital of the world,” with hundreds of clinics lining streets like Gangnam’s “Beauty Belt.” But why is this practice so normalized? This.. 2025. 5. 18. What Is ‘Han’ in Korean Emotion? Understanding Korea’s Deepest Feeling What Is ‘Han’ in Korean Emotion? Understanding Korea’s Deepest Feeling“Why do Korean stories feel so emotional—even tragic at times?”Behind many K-dramas, songs, and even everyday expressions lies a powerful emotional concept known as “han” (한). It’s a word that doesn’t fully translate into English—but its meaning is deeply felt across Korean history and identity.This post dives into the heart o.. 2025. 5. 16. 이전 1 2 3 4 ··· 15 다음 반응형
