Be a Conscious Traveler: Elephants in Thailand

A good memory and high levels of intelligence are what elephants are admired for in Asian culture, and in Korea, elephants symbolize wisdom and longevity. They are considered to bring good luck and prosperity. But why is it that elephants are the victims of so much suffering?  

Diving into Deep Ocean

Our beloved City of Light is the host of one underground subculture hotspot called Deep Ocean (Simhae, 심해). Run by young enthusiasts who transformed their hobbies and passions into a lifestyle, the place is a must-see for music lovers of this genre. It is the place you have been searching for! I was in awe when I discovered it, not knowing that Gwangju had such a precious hidden gem.

Game Localization: A Blossoming Industry in South Korea

Technically, localization is mostly applied to the business activities where cultural elements are highly involved, such as applications, software, and websites.

Hae Um Studio: Tattooing Gwangju’s Zoomers

By Isaiah Winters. Among my most novel experiences in Gwangju was the chance to learn the rudiments of tattooing in a cozy jutaek home-turned-tattoo studio in the Sangmu area. My … Read More

Is This NIRVANA?! Small Business Survival While Social Distancing

By Caleb Sekeres. Acknowledging a passion’s failure must be one of the more painful experiences in life, though I am not sure working long days in a barely occupied bar … Read More

Korea-Consult: Bringing Continents Together

Interview with Anton Scholz. Anton Scholz is not only a successful businessman but also a model of how somebody who dreams big can find a home in one of the … Read More

The How and Why of Self-Publishing

Written by E.J Asare. Summary of the BookJohnny and Joshua Coming to Korea (JJCK) is a story based on my son and his pet bird, Johnny. This beautiful picture book … Read More

The First Beeswax Candlemakers in Korea’s Modern Age

Written by Zico Mulia Photographed by Lorryn Smit   Do you know about beeswax candles? Maybe some of you do. I did not know about them until I decided to … Read More