Hadong and Gurye

  Countryside charms and nature's beauty await along the banks of the Seomjingang River   Gazing southeast, the sun rises slowly but surely over the horizon. The Seomjingang River’s pristine waters reflect the morning light…

Old Is New Again

Young entrepreneurs use old buildings to give Seoul new life   “Dull, inert cities, it is true, do contain the seeds of their own destruction and little else. But lively, diverse, intense cities contain the seeds of their own regeneration,…

Quitting in Pursuit of Happiness

Koreans are leaving the office in search of more
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The Problem With Korean Music Award Shows

No, you shouldn’t get a trophy for showing up
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Can You Fall in Love with a Robot?

Dramas examine what it means to be human
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Diverse Themes to Feature in 2018

Korean films deal with inter-Korean issues, organized crime and more

Hot in K-Beauty this Winter

It’s cold outside. Protect your skin with two trends in K-Beauty right now: high-tech application and safe ingredients

Wash Away the Cold

Cure the winter blues with a visit to the jjimjilbang

Digging for Treasure at Clique Records

Boutique record store lends flavor and depth to the city’s underground music scene

Neighborhood Bottle Shops

If your New Year’s resolution is to eat and drink less, then avoid these neighborhood bottle shops. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

Hip Beer in an Unexpected Location

Geumho-dong’s Setakso Yeopjip isn’t your average neighborhood bottle shop