The Korean Itch: What Japanese Wish They Could Bring HomeJust as many Koreans live abroad, many foreigners live in Korea. These foreigners often express high satisfaction with the convenience of life in Korea. We want to introduce you to the culture that long-term Japanese residents in Korea miss the most. Let’s look at the aspects of Korean life that the Japanese praise. Korean food […]
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Chinese Wedding Tradition of Ripping Groom's Clothes Under Fire A groom in China's Guangdong province is furious about a wedding tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation.The groom, Mr. A, complained that "the bride's family was too excited on the day of the wedding, and the wedding was chaotic."In the photos released, Mr. A was dressed to the nines, and visited the bride's waiting room...
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North Korean Teenagers Sentenced to 12 Years of Hard Labor for Watching K-Drama A video has emerged of North Korea sentencing two teenage boys to 12 years in labor for watching a South Korean drama. The message is that South Korean culture is spreading in North Korea and they are ruining their future. This is the first time the punishment for watching South Korean entertainment has been increased to the death penalty...
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Social Media Usage Declines as Real-World Connections Regain ImportanceA shift from excessive social media usage to more analog interactions and feature phones, driven by concerns and real-life experiences.
Grilled Ice Cubes on Barbeque Emerge as Unique Street Food in China But despite the controversy, grilled ice is loved by Chinese people, especially on social media such as YouTube and TikTok. One influencer tasted grilled ice and said, "It's very spicy and has a great flavor".
The Korean Itch: What Japanese Wish They Could Bring Home Just as many Koreans live abroad, many foreigners live in Korea. These foreigners often express high satisfaction with the convenience of life in Korea. We want to introduce you to the culture that long-term Japanese residents in Korea miss the most. Let’s look at the aspects of Korean life that the Japanese praise. Korean food […]
Hydraulics and Hip-Hop: Story of Lowrider Culture in Americ Lowriders are a unique part of American automotive culture, a unique style of tuning that involves lowering the body of a car to an extreme level and using hydraulic power to change the height of the axle. It's now a mainstream car culture, but where did it all start?
Inside the World of Monster Trucks: Why Are They So Popular in America? A Look into America’s Unique Car Culture: The Monster Truck ShowWhy Did This Culture Emerge? One unique aspect of American car culture is the Monster Truck Show. These shows involve modifying pickup trucks or vans by tuning their suspensions and fitting them with more significant tires than the vehicle. The trucks then perform various stunts, […]
Airbnb Cracks Down on Privacy: Bans Indoor Security Cameras Airbnb Bans Installing Security Cameras IndoorsOutdoor Security Cameras Allowed Airbnb, the world’s largest shared accommodation company, announced that it would ban indoor security cameras in rental properties listed on its site in order to enhance privacy. Until now, Airbnb has allowed the installation of security cameras indoors as long as they were visible and indicated […]
Korean Film "Exhuma" Faces Backlash from Chinese Viewers Over Cultural Depictions Professor Seo Kyung Deok of Sungshin Women’s University addresses online criticism from China regarding the film “Exhuma.” Despite exceeding 8 million viewers and securing sales and releases in 133 countries, including Mongolia, the South Korean film “Exhuma” has recently faced criticism from Chinese social media users. A post on X (formerly Twitter) gained significant traction […]
Celebrity with Depth: Chungha's Meaningful Endeavor in Korean History Education Chungha Earns The Certification in Korean HistoryReveals Her Grandfather Was an Independence Activist“I Wanted to Understand the Flow of History” Singer Chungha has become a hot topic for revealing why she earned a certification in Korean history. On the 11th, Chungha appeared as a guest on KBS Cool FM’s “Park Myung Soo’s Radio Show.” When […]
Chinese Wedding Tradition of Ripping Groom's Clothes Under Fire A groom in China's Guangdong province is furious about a wedding tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation.The groom, Mr. A, complained that "the bride's family was too excited on the day of the wedding, and the wedding was chaotic."In the photos released, Mr. A was dressed to the nines, and visited the bride's waiting room...
HYBE Hits Record Sales of $1.5 Billion, BTS Not Primary Contributor The group NewJeans, who belongs to the label ADOR of HYBE, is taking photos at the 2024 F/W Seoul Fashion Week held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Jung-gu, Seoul, on February 1st. Yonhap News HYBE (352820), which gained attention as the agency of BTS, broke the 2 trillion won ($1.5 billion) consolidated annual sales barrier […]
Nightclub Bouncer Turned Pro Golfer: Jake Knapp's Journey to PGA Tour Victory Jake Knapp, a 29-year-old nightclub bouncer, won his first PGA Tour event. After recovering his lost tour card and fulfilling his dream, he sent a cell phone message to his maternal grandfather to thank him...
Messi Addresses Hong Kong No-Show Incident: Clarifies Injury as Cause Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) has posted a video in response to the Hong Kong no-show. He said he missed the game due to injury and that it had nothing to do with politics. Messi said he has a special relationship with China and is looking forward to meeting the fans there...
Kim's Clap-ocracy: North Korea's Latest Crackdown on Audience Behavior North Korea says the level of viewing culture is the level of civilization, and introduces norms and order that guests must follow when using cultural facilities...
Shortage of Military Personnel Sparks Controversy: Women vs. Senior Citizens In order to solve the decrease in military resources due to the population cliff, the Ministry of Military Affairs is implementing various measures such as revising the criteria for active duty. In this situation, political parties have pledged to recruit women, and academics have proposed a "senior army" of men aged 55 to 75...
10 Most Expensive Paintings Around the World 10 overpriced paintings.
North Korea's High-end Apartments A North Korean apartment complex reminiscent of South Korea's high-end Hannam the Hill has been making waves online lately...
Reality of North Korean Female Soldier Salary North Korean defector Lee So-yeon revealed the horrors of life in North Korea. On KBS 1TV's "Morning Madness-Tuesday Chowdahseok," which aired on March 23, human rights activist Kim Sung Sung and North Korean defector Lee So-yeon appeared. On the program, Lee revealed that she had been a female soldier in North Korea for about 10 years...
North Korean Teenagers Sentenced to 12 Years of Hard Labor for Watching K-Drama A video has emerged of North Korea sentencing two teenage boys to 12 years in labor for watching a South Korean drama. The message is that South Korean culture is spreading in North Korea and they are ruining their future. This is the first time the punishment for watching South Korean entertainment has been increased to the death penalty...
The Price of "Rental Girlfriend" in Japan Japan's girlfriend rental trend sparks debates due to high cost and blurred boundaries, posing potential risks for women involved.
How to Buy the 10 Billion Won Lottery Ticket in Japan Even If You're a Foreigner Japanese 'Takarakuji' lotteries, including 'Jumbo Takarakuji,' a cultural phenomenon with no tax on winnings.
Social Media Usage Declines as Real-World Connections Regain Importance A shift from excessive social media usage to more analog interactions and feature phones, driven by concerns and real-life experiences.
Grilled Ice Cubes on Barbeque Emerge as Unique Street Food in China But despite the controversy, grilled ice is loved by Chinese people, especially on social media such as YouTube and TikTok. One influencer tasted grilled ice and said, "It's very spicy and has a great flavor".
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