Daily Life

  • [Daily Life] What Is a “Temple Stay” in Korea?

    Have you ever heard of “Temple Stay”? Korea does not have an official state religion, but Buddhism has had a big influence on Korean culture and history. About 16% of the population is Buddhist. For reference, about 50% of Koreans have no religion. Until not too long ago, many people thought of temples as…

  • [Daily Life] Korean Shoe Size Conversion Chart: 220mm to 290mm

    As I mentioned last time, Korea and other countries use different shoe size systems. In Korea, shoe sizes are usually written in millimeters, like 230mm or 260mm. So today, let’s quickly find out your Korean shoe size!👟 Please note that shoe sizes can vary depending on the brand, design, and country. Also, US, UK,…

  • [Daily Life] A Little Look at My Summer in Korea

    Summer is slowly coming to an end in Korea. Korean summer is very humid and hot. Even so, summer is my favorite season. I love the activities I can do in summer, and I am the type of person who is easily affected by the weather. So I really love bright, sunny days. That…

  • [Daily Life] A Little Trip Back to Korea in the 1970s and 1980s

    What did Korea look like in its modern history?🇰🇷 Personally, I really like museums that show Korea’s modern and contemporary past. Whenever I visit places like this, I somehow feel nostalgic for a time I have never actually experienced. Recently, I visited “Cheongchun Museum” in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do. I have been to a modern history…