“Jjan~” is a common expression used when clinking glasses in Korea. It is more than just a sound — it helps create a shared moment and atmosphere.
Image source: Korea Tourism Organization (Photo Korea) / Photo by Kim Ji-ho (KOGL Type 1)
In Korea, the number 7 is often written differently.
A short line is added through the middle of the number 7.
Because of this, it can look different from the way 7 is written in other countries.
Why Is It Written This Way?
• To avoid confusion with the number 1
• To make the number easier to read
This style is commonly seen in handwriting....
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....
Kimchi is served first in Korean restaurants
When you go to a Korean restaurant, you’ll often get kimchi before you even order.
No matter what you choose, kimchi usually comes as a standard side dish.
What is kimchi?
Kimchi is a fermented dish typically made with napa cabbage, red chili flakes, garlic, and salted seafood.
It usually has a salty, slightly sour, and mildly spicy flavor.
As it ferments over time, the flavor becomes deeper and stronger....
Hanbok (한복) is more than just traditional clothing
When people think of Korea, one of the first images that comes to mind is hanbok. But hanbok cannot be fully explained by simply calling it “traditional clothing.”
Hanbok is a clothing that reflects Korea’s long history, culture, and sense of aesthetics. It is known for its loose fit, layered structure, and soft, flowing silhouette.
When do people wear hanbok?
Today, hanbok is not everyday clothing in Korea. It is typically worn on special occasions.
For example, people...
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