The History of Gwangju 5.18: Coup, Massacre, Legacy and Best 5.18 Movies

January 28, 2026 / 7 minutes of reading

The May 18 Gwangju Democratic Uprising is the most significant turning point in South Korea’s modern history, representing the ultimate […]

The Nation of Hats: The Art and Philosophy of the Korean Gat

January 27, 2026 / 7 minutes of reading

Are you wondering why the stylish, translucent black hats in Netflix’s “Kingdom” have taken the world by storm? In the

January 25, 2026 / 5 minutes of reading

As BTS prepares to release their highly anticipated new album featuring the soul-stirring track “Arirang,” fans worldwide are diving deep

January 23, 2026 / 6 minutes of reading

If you have ever watched a Korean historical drama, or “Sageuk,” you have likely seen royalty and scholars sitting before

January 20, 2026 / 7 minutes of reading

Nakseonjae Hall in Changdeokgung Palace is the historic residence where the last members of the Korean Imperial Family lived until

January 15, 2026 / 7 minutes of reading

Are you curious about the roots of Korea’s academic passion? Sungkyunkwan was the supreme national university of the Joseon Dynasty,

January 10, 2026 / 7 minutes of reading

Ever wondered why South Korea is so obsessed with education? The roots of this intense scholarly passion trace back centuries

January 9, 2026 / 6 minutes of reading

If you have ever spent a weekend binge-watching historical K-Dramas like The Red Sleeve or Under the Queen’s Umbrella, you

January 9, 2026 / 6 minutes of reading

If you have ever felt a chill while watching a K-drama or film set in the 1970s or 80s—wondering why

January 4, 2026 / 6 minutes of reading

Korean culture is a vibrant tapestry woven with deep philosophical threads, and nothing illustrates this better than Obangsaek Korean traditional