Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

[WHY] Siwonhanmat: If digestion could be a taste

Korean term 'siwonhada' encompasses feelings of refreshment and catharsis, often associated with hot soups that cure hangovers. This complex taste influenced by digestion is integral to Korean cuisine, reflecting cultural preferences.

2025-05-03

K-Royal Culture Festival treats foreigners to traditional sights, smells and tastes

The excitement was palpable as thousands of culture enthusiasts and history buffs filled the grounds of Gyeongbok Palace on Monday morning, gathering for one of the country’s largest celebrations of national heritage.

2025-04-29

K-culture meets the Silk Road as Korean brands and lifestyles take root in Mongolia

Korean culture is increasingly influencing Mongolia, evident through the popularity of Korean convenience stores, the Emart chain and Korean-style apartments, reflecting the longstanding relations and cultural exchange between the two nations.

2025-04-17

Immersive dance show 'Infinitely Closer' marks 50 years of Korea-Singapore diplomacy

Singaporean dancers celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations with a unique performance in Seoul.

2025-04-17

Korean gov't partners with BBC, Viu in global K-content push

The Korean government is teaming up with British broadcaster BBC Studios and Southeast Asian streaming platform Viu to support Korean media content production to make the next leading K-content for a global audience.

2025-04-16

Korea to launch cultural exchange year with Japan, China

Korea will kick off the 2025-26 cultural exchange year with Japan and China at a ceremony in Tokyo on Monday, the Culture Ministry said.

2025-04-14

FT Island’s Lee Hong-ki seeks expanded global fanbase through Culture Flipper partnership

FT Island’s Lee Hong-ki is going global with his YouTube channel “Hong-ki Jong-ki,” thanks to a new partnership with U.S.-based localization company Culture Flipper.

2025-04-11

Singaporean Embassy to host food carnival celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations with Korea

The Singapore Embassy in Seoul will host a food festival in southern Seoul on Saturday to celebrate 50 years of diplomatic ties between Korea and Singapore.

2025-04-11

Gov't aims for record Japanese visitors as K-tourism road shows proceed in Japan

The government began its K-tourism road shows in Tokyo, Fukuoka and Hiroshima to introduce travel hot spots in Korea in tandem with Japan's upcoming holidays.

2025-04-08

Singapore, Korea celebrate 50th diplomatic anniversary with traditional performance

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will hold performances of Jongmyo Jeryeak, a traditional Korean ancestral rite, in Singapore.

2025-04-04