Korean Culture

The Korean Demilitarized Zone is more than a military buffer—it’s a hotbed of eerie encounters. DMZ urban legends tell of ghostly soldiers, lost patrols, and phantom broadcasts that still haunt the border between North and South Korea.

From market to mason jar, our journey with maesil-cheong reveals more than just a recipe—it’s a flavorful dive into Korean tradition, health, and home fermentation. Whether you’re new to Korean cooking or a seasoned home chef, this guide will show you how to make and use maesil cheong in everyday life.

Take a colorful stroll on the Songtan mural walk! Discover hidden street art, fun photo spots, and a family-friendly scavenger hunt near Osan Air Base.

Discover essential Korean etiquette tips to help you navigate daily life, build respectful relationships, and feel more at home during your time in Korea.

Our PCS Move to Korea Guide helps military families navigate relocation with tips on housing, schools, culture, transportation, and settling in smoothly.

Explore Korean Summer Snacks 2025 with Orion’s fruity lineup—Watermelon, Melon, and Mango Choco Pies plus Soft Melon Cookies. Limited edition treats await!

Labubu is the mischievous designer toy everyone’s talking about—spooky, stylish, and irresistibly cute. Find out why Labubu is stealing hearts in Korea and beyond.

Students from Korea Tourism Senior High School and the Osan Keystone Club share laughter, culture, and friendship through unforgettable exchange experiences.

Learning Korean isn’t just about grammar or fluency—it’s a rewarding journey that builds connection, understanding, and a true sense of belonging.

Discover Korea Dulle Trails, a 4,500km hike around South Korea’s coast, blending breathtaking scenery, cultural heritage, and historical landmarks.

Yeondeung-Hoe, Korea’s Lotus Lantern Festival, celebrates light, compassion, and unity through vibrant traditions, meditation, and cultural connection.

Learn the basics of reading and writing Hangul, Korea’s unique and logical alphabet, and start your journey into Korean language and culture today.

Experience the excitement of baseball in Korea! With passionate crowds, cheerleaders, and live music, KBO games offer a unique twist on the

Singing bowls guide meditation, balance chakras, and promote healing. Discover their power to harmonize energy and deepen mindfulness.

Moving to Korea? Expect culture shock, amazing transit, and social norms to learn. Embrace the adventure with an open mind!

Explore Buddhist culture at the 2025 Seoul International Buddhism Expo from April 3-6 at COEX! Art, tea, meditation & more await.

As the chill of winter settles over South Korea, bringing with it longer nights and empty streets, an eerie quiet falls over the...

A gisaeng ( 妓生) or ginyeo (妓) is a woman whose profession was to entertain at banquets or drinking parties with music, dance, or other...

In Western society, “cute” brings to mind youth or a diminutive size. Children are called cute. Baby animals are cute. A relatable,...

Learning a new language can feel overwhelming, especially when the language has its own alphabet and when the sentence structure is so...