A subtle competition you’ll notice in Korea: spicy pride

“Jjan~” (jjan) is the sound Koreans make when clinking glasses.

It is commonly used when making a toast.

When is it used

• Before drinking

• While clinking glasses

• To match the group’s mood

What it means...

When you’re in Seoul, there’s a tower you’ll notice almost everywhere.

It’s N Seoul Tower. (남산타워)

Its official name is N Seoul Tower, but it’s often still called Namsan Tower.

You can spot it from a distance, and it sits right in the center of the city.

Why do people visit?

N Seoul Tower is a place where you can look out over Seoul.

From the observation deck, the entire city spreads out in front of you....

In Korea, it is common to wrap food in vegetables before eating.

What Is Ssam?

Ssam is a way of eating where meat, rice, and side dishes are wrapped together in leafy vegetables.

• Lettuce

• Perilla leaves

• Various greens

Different ingredients are combined into one bite....

What is Arirang

Arirang is the most well-known traditional song in Korea, passed down through generations.

What kind of song is it

• There are many regional versions

• Lyrics vary, but the melody is similar

What it expresses

Arirang is more than just a song....