Park Ji-sung, who played a prominent role in Korean football for a long time, created various viral moments. One interview from a documentary video became a topic of discussion, and the scene where he performed a walking celebration after scoring a goal against Japan is still vivid in many people’s memories. The “Ah… This Isn’t Manchester United” meme, which gained ...
In football matches, there are special celebrations used to express joy after scoring a goal, and one particularly well-known celebration is Park Ji-sung’s “Walking Celebration” that left a strong impression and is still remembered to this day from the 2010 national team match. “Park Ji-sung’s ‘Walking Celebration’ in 2010” Among Park Ji-sung’s celebrations, one of the most well-known is the ...
South Korea and Japan are often referred to as “close yet distant countries.” Geographically close and sharing cultural similarities, they can also feel psychologically distant from each other. In that sense, one might consider South Korea and Japan to be countries that are truly close yet distant. Author “Hanmin” delves into the comparison of these two close yet distant countries ...
Hosaka Yuji is currently serving as a professor at. Sejong University’s College of Ocean Humanities. He graduated from the University of Tokyo and. completed his master’s and doctoral degrees at Korea’s Korea University. In 2003, he naturalized as a citizen of the Republic of Korea. He is now well known as an expert in Korean-Japanese relations. Despite being Japanese, Hosaka ...
The 1980s university song festivals saw the birth of many iconic songs. Particularly, within the 1980s festival, one can find a diverse array of memorable tunes. While the song “Dream Dialogue” that won the grand prize is famous, it’s intriguing that songs like “Must” and “After the Play” which won the silver prize were also born from the same competition. ...
In Seoul’s Yongsan district, you can discover the martyrs’ shrine managed by the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul. The current martyrs’ shrine houses a Catholic memorial cathedral built in the traditional Korean hanok style. Construction began in 1984, commemorating the 200th anniversary of Catholicism in Korea, and was completed after a three-year effort. “Site where Chosun-era Catholics were martyred by the ...
Dakgalbi, a dish famous in Chuncheon, can also be savored in the capital city of South Korea, Seoul. In Yongsan, you can find a restaurant named ‘Ogeunnae Dakgalbi,’ recognized for its culinary prowess to the extent of being featured in the 2018 Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand. Thanks to its popularity, you can find not only the original location but also ...
As you head a bit south from Seoul Yongsan Station, you’ll discover a place preserving picturesque views known as ‘Ddaeng Ddaeng Geori’ or ‘Clang Clang Alley.’ The name comes from the sound of the crossing gate coming down each time a train passes along the railway. Finding streets where a railway crosses in most areas of Seoul has become challenging. ...
The ‘Donuimun Museum Village’ is a modern reinterpretation of the area where Seodaemun once stood, preserving the past neighborhood in a contemporary way. This project revives the memories of modern and contemporary history, transforming the entire village into a museum-like space. It recreates the scenes of the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, portraying public hanoks and alleyways reminiscent of childhood memories. ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is considered a representative office-dense area in the city. It is known for housing various entities, including the Seoul Government Complex, embassies of different countries, media outlets, headquarters of major corporations, and offices of other small and medium-sized enterprises. When thinking about places where many companies gather, Gwanghwamun is likely the first location that comes ...
On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea by opening its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee being more expensive than a regular meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Especially within a 1km radius of Gwanghwamun Square, it boasts the highest number of Starbucks ...
Bonjuk is a prominent franchise that comes to mind when one thinks of “juk” (porridge). It gained recognition among the public, leaving a lasting impression through product placement in the drama “Boys Over Flowers.” The name ‘Bonjuk’ was chosen to represent the principle of putting sincerity into natural and fresh ingredients, starting with the basics for happiness and health by ...