K-Life A to Z

Today, we’re diving into the world of painter Kim Whanki, the artist who currently sweeps the top three spots for the highest auction prices in Korean modern art. Let’s explore the remarkable career of this pioneer of Korean abstraction and defining icon of 20th-century Korean art!

Today, we are going to learn about 'superstitions' —the kind that makes you feel a bit uneasy for no reason if you don't follow them. Let's explore various Korean superstitions that have been passed down for a long time, ranging from everyday taboos to popular myths about exams, health, and romance!

Today, we are going to learn about 'skyscrapers' (macheonru in Korean), which means 'extremely tall buildings soaring as if to pierce the sky.' Let's take a look at Korea's high-rise buildings—from the Namsan Tower Hotel, which opened in 1969, to the 63 Building, which held the title of the tallest building for the longest time, all the way to the Lotte World Tower, which i...

Today, we’re going to explore Confucianism, which has had a major influence on Korea. We’ll look at the core principles of Confucian thought, and examine the characteristics and challenges of Korean-style Confucianism.

Today, we’re going to explore 'games,' something people of all ages can enjoy. We’ll look at the major issues and milestones in the Korean gaming industry across different eras, and also take a closer look at the kinds of games Koreans enjoy these days. 🎮

Today, we’re taking a look at English, the global language. We’ll explore how its influence in Korea has evolved over time, and examine Korea’s English education industry and culture.

Today, we’re taking a look at Dansaekhwa, which represents Korean contemporary art of the 1970s. Let’s find out who the key Dansaekhwa artists are, and explore the movement’s essential elements and history.

Today, we explore the lunar calendar, which is based on the moon’s cycle of revolution. We’ll look at the differences between the lunar calendar, the solar calendar, and the lunisolar calendar —and discuss why the lunar calendar still holds cultural significance in Korea today.

Today, we explore 'Sinchon,' located in the southern part of Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. We’ll uncover the meaning behind the name 'Sinchon' and take a look at its major history and unique characteristics.

Today, we turn our attention to the Seoul Metropolitan Subway, the backbone of daily life for Seoul’s residents. We’ll trace its history, examine its defining features, and compare it with subway systems in other countries.

Today, we explore “Newtro,” a trend that reinterprets nostalgia with a modern sensibility. From art, fashion, and beauty to film, drama, music, architecture, interior design, and food, let’s take a closer look at how the Newtro trend is being embraced across a wide range of fields.

Today, we explore a unique travel culture called 'Hocance (Hotel Staycation).' We’ll learn about the concept and the origin of the word, and find out why these hotel staycations are so popular in Korea.

Today, we’re going to learn about 'Ondol,' Korea’s traditional floor heating method. We'll take a look at the history of Ondol through the ages, starting from its very origins, and explore just how important and convenient it is.

Today, we’re taking a deep dive into Korea’s overseas travel culture. We’ll be tracing the history of travel abroad through the decades and checking out the most popular holiday destinations for Korean travellers in 2025.

With 2026 just a day away, today we’re diving into how Korea rings in the New Year! We’ll be breaking down the difference between the Lunar and Solar New Year, and checking out what Koreans usually get up to, along with their go-to New Year’s resolutions.

Today, on Christmas Eve, we’re diving into 'Christmas in Korea.' We’ll compare the holiday scenes from around the world and take a look back at the history of Christmas in Korea!

Today, we’re exploring the 'Gat,' the traditional Korean hat. We'll take a look at the different types and key components of the Gat, and dive into 'Gannil,' the National Intangible Cultural Heritage of Gat-making~

Today, we’re diving into Korea’s journey toward becoming a space powerhouse. We’ll explore the development of Korea’s satellites and rockets, as well as the key milestones and issues across different eras.

Today, we’re exploring Seoul’s official city slogans that capture the charm of the capital. We’ll look into the history and meaning of Seoul’s slogans, along with some of the world’s most famous city slogans.

Today, we’re exploring Korea’s unique 'room (방/bang) culture,' which began with the gibang and sarangbang of the past. We’ll take a look at various 'rooms' that became popular across different eras —comic book cafés (manhwabang), singing rooms (noraebang), PC rooms, jjimjilbang, multi-rooms, and more— and learn why this room-based culture developed so strongly in Korea.

Today, we’re learning about the MBTI craze in Korea. Let’s explore why MBTI has become so popular — not just as a way to understand one’s personality, but also as a tool used in dating, job interviews, and many other areas!

Today, we’re learning about the Constitution of Korea. We’ll compare it with the constitutions of the United States and the United Kingdom, and explore its key articles to understand what makes Korea’s Constitution unique!

Today, we’ll explore Korea’s delivery culture — comparing it with the delivery systems in the U.S. and the U.K., and tracing the history and development of delivery from the Joseon Dynasty to the modern day!

Today we’re exploring Korea’s drinking culture—from types of Korean alcohol, to group company dinners (hoesik), popular drinking games, and the etiquette to observe when drinking.

Today we’re learning about Hangeul, the uniquely Korean script whose letters were modeled on the shapes of the speech organs. Let’s explore how Hangeul has evolved — from its creation to the ways different Hangeul typefaces were used across each era, along with the development of printing technology.