Tag: Korean Culture
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When Is Seollal in 2026? Here are 5 Ways to Celebrate Korean Lunar New Year this 2026
Seollal, Korea’s Lunar New Year, is one of the country’s most significant holidays, celebrated with great enthusiasm and rich traditions. This festive occasion is a time for family reunion, ancestral respect, and fresh starts, where loved ones come together to honor their ancestors through meaningful rituals and delicious feasts. Special dishes such as tteokguk (rice…
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11.11 Pepero Day
On November 11th every year, Koreans across the country celebrate Pepero Day (빼빼로 데이) — a fun, chocolate-filled holiday dedicated to sharing thin, cookie-like sticks called Pepero. Although not a public holiday, it’s one of Korea’s most popular commercial celebrations, similar in spirit to Valentine’s Day. Friends, couples, colleagues, and even families exchange boxes of…
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Festivals in South Korea to Visit this October 2025
October in South Korea is one of the most magical times of the year — when crisp air, golden leaves, and cultural celebrations fill every corner of the country. From dazzling lanterns lighting up ancient rivers to coffee-scented streets by the sea, this month offers travelers an unforgettable lineup of seasonal festivities. Though a few…
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Why Are There So Many Coffee Shops in Korea?
Have you ever wondered why you see so many students and even professionals settled in at Korean cafes for hours, surrounded by laptops and textbooks? It’s a common sight! This phenomenon, playfully nicknamed ‘ca-gong (카공)’ (a blend of ‘cafe’ and ‘gongbu (공부),’ the Korean word for studying), highlights how cafes offer a truly unique blend…
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