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Pengsoo the 210-centimeter-tall EBS penguin mascot posing in a portrait shot, an icon of Korean millennial culture

Korean Mascot Characters: From Pengsoo to Pinkf...

Step beyond BT21 and Kakao Friends and meet the Korean mascots powering a multi-billion-won character economy. From Pengsoo the giant EBS penguin to Pinkfong's Baby Shark and Seoul's pink Haechi,...

Korean Mascot Characters: From Pengsoo to Pinkf...

Step beyond BT21 and Kakao Friends and meet the Korean mascots powering a multi-billion-won character economy. From Pengsoo the giant EBS penguin to Pinkfong's Baby Shark and Seoul's pink Haechi,...

Crowds gather at the CJ Olive Young Men's Beauty popup store on Hongdae Festival Street in Seoul, showing Korean men shopping for grooming and skincare products

Korean Men's Skincare Guide: K-Beauty Routines ...

Korean men spend more per capita on skincare than men anywhere in the world. From BTS Jungkook's glass skin to Cha Eun-woo's dewy glow, discover the K-beauty routines, brands, and...

Korean Men's Skincare Guide: K-Beauty Routines ...

Korean men spend more per capita on skincare than men anywhere in the world. From BTS Jungkook's glass skin to Cha Eun-woo's dewy glow, discover the K-beauty routines, brands, and...

Korean eyewear brand Gentle Monster sunglasses campaign visual representing K-fashion glasses going global

Korean Eyewear Brands: Gentle Monster, Carin, a...

Korean eyewear is the next K-fashion accessory taking over the world. Discover Gentle Monster, Carin, Tom N Rabbit, 6 People, and the rise of indie K-glasses brands, plus the K-pop...

Korean Eyewear Brands: Gentle Monster, Carin, a...

Korean eyewear is the next K-fashion accessory taking over the world. Discover Gentle Monster, Carin, Tom N Rabbit, 6 People, and the rise of indie K-glasses brands, plus the K-pop...

1Million Dance Studio performs at the Chatelet Theatre in Paris during the Korea Season 2024 program

K-pop Choreography and Korea's Famous Dance Stu...

K-pop choreography has grown into one of Korea's most influential creative exports. From 1Million Dance Studio to Just Jerk and Street Woman Fighter, discover the choreographers, studios, and dance challenges...

K-pop Choreography and Korea's Famous Dance Stu...

K-pop choreography has grown into one of Korea's most influential creative exports. From 1Million Dance Studio to Just Jerk and Street Woman Fighter, discover the choreographers, studios, and dance challenges...

Cass beer products displayed in a chilled cooler at a large discount store in Seoul, showing Korea's bestselling lager from Oriental Brewery

Korean Beer Brands Guide: Cass, Terra, Hite, an...

From the mass-market lagers like Cass, Terra, and Hite to the new craft beer wave at Magpie and The Booth, this is the complete guide to Korean beer brands, chimaek...

Korean Beer Brands Guide: Cass, Terra, Hite, an...

From the mass-market lagers like Cass, Terra, and Hite to the new craft beer wave at Magpie and The Booth, this is the complete guide to Korean beer brands, chimaek...

K-beauty dermatology and medical wellness concept image showing Korea as the global center for cosmetic procedures, skincare, and aesthetic medical tourism

Korean Medical Tourism: Cosmetic Procedures, De...

South Korea welcomed over 1.17 million medical tourists in 2024, making it Asia's hub for cosmetic surgery, dermatology, dental work, and health checkups. This guide covers top procedures, the Gangnam...

Korean Medical Tourism: Cosmetic Procedures, De...

South Korea welcomed over 1.17 million medical tourists in 2024, making it Asia's hub for cosmetic surgery, dermatology, dental work, and health checkups. This guide covers top procedures, the Gangnam...

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This year's Seoul International Book Fair theme is homo duduri, prompting visitors to question, what makes us human?

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A Beginner's Guide to K-pop Albums & Photocard Collecting 

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Exclusive: The Family of Kim Tschang-Yeul Reflects on His Legacy

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10 Korean Customs Every Visitor Should Know

Planning a trip to South Korea? Beyond the dazzling city lights and delicious street food, everyday customs quietly s...

What Is Lotte? The History of One of South Korea's Largest Chaebols

What Is Lotte? The History of One of South Korea's Largest Chaebols

Learn more about Lotte, one of South Korea's largest chaebols. Discover its origins, major brands, and lasting influe...

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Korean Literature for Beginners

Loved K-dramas and K-pop? Korean literature is the next wave. Discover the best Korean books for beginners, from Han ...

Exploring Korean Birthday Cafes: A Must-Visit Experience for K-Pop Fans

Exploring Korean Birthday Cafes: A Must-Visit Experience for K-Pop Fans

Learn what Korean birthday fan cafes are, why they are popular popular, what to expect during your visit, and how to ...

Best Day Trips from Seoul: 8 Amazing Destinations Worth Exploring

Best Day Trips from Seoul: 8 Amazing Destinations Worth Exploring

Escape the buzz of the capital and discover temples tucked into misty mountains, seaside villages with fresh-off-the-...

Korean Street Foods You Can't Miss

Korean Street Foods You Can't Miss

From sizzling tteokbokki simmering in spicy sauce to crispy hotteok oozing with brown sugar and nuts, Korean street f...

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Your Guide to Spending the Summer Studying in South Korea

Your Guide to Spending the Summer Studying in South Korea. Your tips, tricks, and guidebook to how you can study abro...

Most Underrated Districts in Seoul

Most Underrated Districts in Seoul

Most Seoul guides focus on the same places, but these underrated neighborhoods offer a more local and authentic side ...