Behind the Myth: Is North Korea Under One-Man Rule?
Does one man really have all the power in North Korea?
Tag: myth
Behind the Myth: Could Japan Have Helped With The Sewol?
Should Japan have been allowed to help with Sewol, or was it reasonable to keep them away?
Behind the Myth: The Turtle Ship
Did Koreans really invent the first ship with iron armor?
Behind the Myth: The Many Invasions of Korea
How often has Korea really been invaded?
Behind the Myth: Yi Sun-shin
Admiral Yi Sun-shin (이순신) is Korea’s greatest example of heroism, but how much of his story is true?
Behind the Myth: Moving Day
This series of articles sheds light on some Korean myths, folklore, traditions and superstitions. Every country has their own share of beliefs, fact or fiction, and many foreigners living in Korea have not yet heard or learned the basis for various Korean beliefs.
Behind the Myth: Eating Apples at Night
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Although this is an exaggeration of the health benefits of apples, we can all agree that they’re one healthy fruit. Koreans have the same belief, with one reservation.
Behind the Myth: Passing the Big Exam
Usually young Korean students don’t become accustomed to tests until middle school. Then tests progressively become more frequent, difficult, and important through high school, college, and post-graduate studies. These tests include major exams taken to qualify for premium job openings at major companies.