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Global Celebrations of Hangeul Day  A Showcase of Korean Culture and Language                The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism announced that in honor of the 578th Hangeul Day, a range of cultural events highlighting the significance and beauty of the Korean language will take place across 28 countries. These events, hosted by 31 Korean Cultural Centers, aim to promote Hangeul and Kor..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 10. 7. 15:08

Exploring the Cultural Nuances of the Hit K-Drama Love Next Door               The latest K-drama sensation Love Next Door has been a hit worldwide since its debut on August 17th, consistently securing a spot among Netflix's top five non-English-language series. With a mix of romance, comedy, and rich cultural references, it’s no wonder fans are captivated by the 16-episode series, co-produced b..

K-Culture 2024. 9. 27. 12:02

Supermoon Occurring During the Chuseok festival              This year’s Chuseok, Korea’s beloved harvest festival, was marked not only by family gatherings and cultural celebrations but also by unseasonably high temperatures and a spectacular supermoon. Chuseok, often compared to Thanksgiving in the West, typically falls around the harvest season in late September or early October. However, thi..

Latest News 2024. 9. 18. 14:46

Chuseok : Korea's Harvest Festival                Chuseok, often referred to as the "Korean Thanksgiving," is one of the most significant traditional holidays in Korea. Celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, it marks the autumn harvest season. The holiday usually lasts for three days, giving families time to gather, celebrate, and honor their ancestors.            The..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 9. 15. 17:32

Celebrating Liberation Day in South Korea: Must-Visit Historical Sites     August is a month of profound significance in South Korea, marked by Liberation Day, one of the nation's five major national holidays. Following the March 1st Movement Day in March and Constitution Day in July, Liberation Day (Gwangbokjeol) on August 15th commemorates the nation's freedom from Japanese colonial rule in 19..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 8. 15. 09:38

Sikhye 식혜: The Traditional Korean Sweet Rice Drink       Have you guys seen a beverage like this?  It's called Sikhye, which is the Korean traditional Summer drink! Sikhye, also known as shikhye or shikae, is a traditional Korean beverage made from fermented malt and rice. This sweet rice drink has been enjoyed for centuries and is a staple during festive occasions such as Korean New Year (Seoll..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 7. 14. 12:27

Exploring Korea's National Treasures in Seoul Hello everyone! Korea is home to a variety of traditional cultural treasures. Today, let's explore three of Korea's national treasures. All three treasures I'll introduce today are located in Seoul, so when the weather clears up, be sure to visit and experience Korea's traditional culture! As of December 2023, South Korea has a total of 341 national ..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 3. 30. 09:07

The Rise of 'Chestnut Jelly' Popularity Fueled by BIBI's Chart-Topping Hit Have you ever seen something like this at a convenience store or mart? This is called 'yanggang,' and in Korea, it is often taken by older individuals when hiking. Yanggang is a snack made by mixing ingredients like red beans with sugar, malt syrup, honey, and water, then boiling them. And when made with chestnuts, it's c..

K-Culture 2024. 3. 10. 15:41