Blog Tag - South Korea

Exhibition Roundup: A Glimpse into South Korea Society, Japanese Crafts, and JIngjinji Folk Culture
State of the Arts is our regular arts column whereby we take a look at the newest moves in Beijing's creative scene and highlight art news as well as...
Busan: Nature, Markets, and Incessant Eating Make for a Fine Weekend Escape
The large port city of Busan sits on the southeast nook of the Korean peninsula and, as the country’s second-largest city, provides a leisurely...
Cheap Escapes from the Rush of Golden Week
Even though Golden Week (Oct 1-8) is still almost two months away, when it comes to national holiday travel plans, you really cannot start too soon....
Tension Among South Koreans in Beijing Rises as THAAD Intensifies
Rising nationalistic sentiment due to the deployment of a US missile system on South Korean soil is beginning to make South Koreans residents of...
West Coast Meets Far East with Modern Skylab's Korean American Rap Showcase, Nov. 18-20
Forget Gangnam Style. These Korean American MC's are representing a form of hip-hop that'd leave Psy trembling in his fancy dancing shoes. If you...
Photos: China's Favorite Celebrities
Adage.com recently released a list of China's favorite celebrities. Kobe Bryant ranked number one with Audrey Hepburn and Japanese AV star Sola Aoi...
A Taste of Home: South Korea
When I contacted Lee Chang-Ju of the Korean Cultural Center, the cultural wing of the South Korean Embassy, I anticipated a trip to Wangjing. Or at...