The 2010s were a time when the humanities received attention. Professor Michael Sandel’s lecture on “Justice” was broadcasted through EBS, and it became known that Steve Jobs, who led Apple’s innovation, had an interest in the humanities. This era sent a societal message emphasizing the importance of not only “technology” but also “humanities”. The keywords of that time were “humanities” ...
Singapore is a nation composed of diverse ethnicities, where various cultures flourish side by side in its compact space. Additionally, this diversity often comes together to create new forms of culture. The Peranakan culture is a unique fusion culture that can be found in Singapore. It refers to a blend of Malay culture with other cultural elements. “The Fusion Culture ...
When thinking of representative foods in Gangneung, “squid” and “potatoes” come to mind. While squid can be easily purchased at the Jungang Market in Gangneung for dishes like fried squid, I regretfully didn’t have the chance to taste any potato dishes during this trip. As I wrapped up my 1 night, 2-day trip to Gangneung, I thought it would be ...
When you head a bit south from Seoul Yongsan Station, you’ll come across a well-organized street filled with various restaurants and cafes. The place I visited this time, ‘Mimiok,’ is also a restaurant you can find here, offering a special atmosphere. Mimiok has transformed a traditional Korean house (Hanok), preserving the elegance of the Hanok while providing clean and modern ...