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    Korean Culture and Etiquette

    Enjoy these tips, guides, and insights into Korean culture, from a longtime resident of rural Korea! This includes unique Korean holidays and traditions, the differences in communication, and food culture.

    Need a recommendation? Some reader favorites include the guide to etiquette in Korea, how to celebrate Pepero Day in Korea, and even travel scams in Korea.

    • The Heirs [2013] (Spoiler-Free K-Drama Review)
    • A Complete Guide to Celebrating Korean Holidays
    • Things to Do in Gwangju, South Korea
    • What Is Makgeolli (Korean Rice Wine)?
    • What Is Soju? Uncover Korea's Favorite Drink
    • Lunar New Year (Seollal): Festivities and Traditions
    • Korean Spa Guide: Basic Jjimjilbang Etiquette
    • How to Learn Hangul (Korean Alphabet Tips)
    • Jinju Lantern Festival Guide: Best Times to Visit & Celebration Tips
    • What You'll Find at the Gwangju World Kimchi Culture Festival
    • Tokyo Treat Box Review 2025 (Japanese Snack Box)
    • Sakuraco Review 2025 (Best Japanese Snack Box?)
    • Andong Mask Dance Festival: Where Tradition Meets Fun
    • What is Seoul Lantern Festival? (Where & When)
    • Seongsan Sunrise Festival: Celebrate the Dawn Together
    • The 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine: A Detailed Guide to Each Stage
    • How Korean Beauty Standards Have Shaped Skincare Trends
    • Importance of Layering: Why Korean Skincare Has Multiple Steps
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in December (+ Itinerary)
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in November (+ Itinerary)
    • History of Korean Skincare: How It Became a Global Phenomenon
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in February
    • 9 Things to Do in Yeosu (+ Best Beaches)
    • 23+ Best Korean Street Foods (From a Local!)
    • How to Take a Day Trip to Jeonju (+ Itinerary)
    • 10 Best Things to Do in Jeonju
    • How to Make Korean BBQ At Home (What to Buy)
    • The Future of Korean Tourism (Expat Perspective)
    • An Introduction to Drinking Culture in South Korea
    • What's it Like to Spend Halloween in Seoul?
    • Dating in Korea & Korean Dating Apps (My Honest Experience)
    • Complete Guide to Gamcheon Culture Village in Busan
    • Siem Reap Itinerary: 3 Days (Angkor Wat)
    • ​A Night at the Cambodian Circus: Phare Ponleu Selpak
    • Guide to Mukbangs & Mukbang Foods (Korean Eating Videos)
    • Complete Guide to Massages In Asia (Cheapest Countries)
    • Why Koreans Don't Speak English
    • How to Address People in Korea (Etiquette & Honorifics)
    • 17 South Korea Travel Tips (From a Longtime Resident)
    • 15 Best Korean Drinking Games (+ Instructions)

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    I'm a 3-year resident of rural South Korea, and a writer & chocoholic from the USA - I'm passionate about helping you have the best trip possible in Korea & beyond!

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