Korean Culture

Reading materials that are related to the Korean culture!

It is essential to learn about manners and etiquette when exploring different cultures. In Korea, the language used is determined by the age and social status of the people involved in the conversation. When speaking to someone who is older or holds a higher social status than you, it is important to use polite and honorific language. If you are interested in reading posts related to Korean culture, you can find them on this page.

New Year's Eve in Korea: How People Celebrate?

How do Koreans celebrate New Year's Eve? How will it be different from your country? Read about New Year's Eve in Korea.

Christmas in Korea: Words, Expressions, and Reading Material

What Christmas is like in Korea? You can learn some important words and expressions as well as have useful reading material.

Halloween in South Korea: From Trick-or-Treating to Nightlife Parties

From kid-friendly celebrations to bustling nightlife, discover the evolution of Halloween in S. Korea!

Korean Martial Art, Taekwondo: Origins, Philosophy, and Global Impact

Explore the origins and philosophy of Taekwondo, a cornerstone of Korean culture that has captivated practitioners worldwide.

Hangeul Day 한글날: A Tribute to the Creation of the Korean Alphabet

Celebrate Hangeul Day (한글날) with a tribute to the Korean alphabet's creation and its cultural impact. Explore the history, significance, and

Korea’s National Foundation Day 개천절: From Dangun Myth to National Identity

It's a reading material for Korea's national foundation day which is called 개천절. You can read about the origin myth and how it is important

Koran Traditional Holiday2 추석 Chuseok: Korean Thanksgiving Day

Chuseok, often referred to as Korean Thanksgiving, is one of the most significant traditional holidays. It's coming soon. So today I'll...

Korea's Weather: Understanding the Four Seasons & Seasonal Activities

Learn about the seasons and weather of Korea. How it can be different from your country?

Korean Beliefs and Superstitions About Moving to a New House

Let's read about interesting Korean superstitions about moving to a new home.

[Reading Material] Korean Currency Won: Korean Coins and Bills

Read about the Korean currency won and various Korean coins and bills! You can see the picture and listen and repeat their names!

Korean Superstitious Beliefs. Interesting Korean Superstitions That Good to Know

What kind of superstitions does Korea have? Read out my post and find out some interesting Korean superstitious beliefs!

Korean Holidays-May the Month of Family

Discover the significance of Korean holidays in May, from Children's Day to Buddha's Birthday. Embrace the culture of family and gratitude.

Korean Traditional Holidays 1: New Year's Day

Explore the rich traditions of Korean holidays, starting with 설날 (Seollal) - the Lunar New Year. Discover the customs, food, and special rit

What Numbers Do Koreans Like or Dislike? The Symbolism of Numbers

Reading material about the numbers that people like or dislike in Korea.

Korean Table Manners, Dining Etiquette

Discover the intricacies of Korean table manners and dining etiquette. From seating arrangements to proper utensil use, learn how to dine wi

Basic and Important Korean Manners and Etiquette

Discover the essential Korean manners and etiquette for your visit to Korea. Learn about greetings, gift-giving, and public transportation r

Korean Family Words & How to Address Others Using Family Terms Free Worksheet Included

Discover the intricacies of Korean family words and how to address others using family terms. Learn the cultural importance of age and relat

How to address someone in Korean

Let's learn how to address someone at different levels of politeness.