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A Different Kind of Peace: The Social Order That Makes Korea Work (외국인이 놀라는 한국의 질서: 강요하지 않아도 지켜지는 문화) You’re standing in line at a café. No one’s pushing. No one’s cutting.People wait quietly, even when no staff is watching.You get on the subway. No one sits in the elderly seat. Even if the train is full.You cross the street. Cars stop. Not because of a cop—just because the light turned red.In Korea, order isn’t enforced. It’s expected.Why does this happen?Strong social norms Many behaviors are .. 2025. 12. 7.
Is South Korea Really Safe at Night? (진짜? 한국의 밤은 생각보다 안전하다!) Walking Alone at Night Feels ... OkayIt’s late. You’re walking home from dinner.The streets are quiet, the lights are on, and people pass by without a second glance.You’re alone—but you don’t feel unsafe.In Korea, this is surprisingly common.Why does it feel safe?• Low violent crime ratesKorea has relatively low rates of street violence and assault.• Well-lit urban areasEven small alleys often h.. 2025. 11. 18.
Footwear Aside: Welcome to Korea’s Indoor Culture (신발은 문 앞에: 한국의 실내 문화) In Korea, shoes come off at the door. Always.This isn’t just a custom for home. you’ll find this rule in certain traditional restaurants, some offices, temples, and even some specific types of cafes. The moment you see slippers neatly lined up, you know the rules have changed.The Moment of HesitationFor newcomers, this can be an unexpected hurdle. You might hesitate, glancing down at your footwe.. 2025. 11. 11.
"Too Close for Comfort" - Korean Personal Space (너무 가까워: 당신이 오해하는 한국의 개인 공간) In Korea, personal space operates by a different set of rules than what many foreigners are used to.The Shrinking BubbleYou’ll encounter this feeling of reduced space everywhere. On the subway, someone sits right next to you even when half the car is empty. In line at the bank or coffee shop, the person behind you stands so close you can feel their breath—or their shopping bag touching your leg... 2025. 10. 23.
Beyond Snacks: The 24-Hour Korean Convenience Store That Does Everything (한국 편의점에서 모든 게 해결된다고?) It’s 2 a.m. You’re hungry, your phone battery is dying, and you forgot to buy toothpaste. In many countries, you’d be out of luck. But in Korea, you walk a block and find a brightly lit convenience store—open, stocked, and ready.What can you do at a Korean convenience store?Buy hot mealsMicrowavable rice bowls, instant noodles, sandwiches, and even kimbap.Charge your phonePortable chargers, cabl.. 2025. 10. 14.
A Simple Rule for "Yes" and "No" in Korea (간단한 규칙: 한국에서 '네'와 '아니오'를 구별하는 법) (Why “yes” might mean “no” in Korean)You ask: “This isn’t spicy, right?” They say: Ne (네).A common misunderstanding occurs here: The foreigner, thinking of English, hears 'Yes,' assumes the answer is “Yes, it is spicy,” and avoids eating it. However, the Korean person actually meant, “I agree, it is not spicy.”Wait—why did "Yes" mean the opposite of what I thought?In Korean, ne (네) doesn’t alway.. 2025. 10. 10.

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