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Incheon’s New Culture Bank: How Hana Bank Is Building a Win-Win Model for Foreign Residents
Hana Bank and Incheon City launch the Incheon Foreign Culture Bank to support financial literacy, multicultural integration and Korean language education for foreign residents. Includes address, hours, reservation links, services and storyline overview.
Nov 25


Inside South Korea’s “Prison Inside Me”: The Unusual Retreat Helping People Escape Stress
Discover Prison Inside Me in Hongcheon, South Korea, a voluntary confinement retreat offering 24 or 48-hour stays for digital detox, stress relief, and structured mindfulness. Guests experience minimalist cell-style rooms, guided meditation, simple meals, and total disconnection. Learn how this unconventional wellness program helps people escape Korea’s high-pressure work culture and reset their mental state.
Nov 25


New Year’s Eve in Korea vs the West: Bells, Fireworks, and the First Sunrise
Learn how New Year’s Eve in South Korea mixes modern countdowns with ancient traditions. Explore where to celebrate in Seoul, what locals do at midnight, and how foreigners can join the festivities.
Nov 4


Christmas in Korea vs the West: Why It Feels More Like Valentine’s Day
Discover how Christmas in South Korea differs from the Western version. From romantic date nights and Christmas cakes to light festivals and shopping streets, here’s what makes Korean Christmas unique.
Nov 4


Finding Magic on a Mountain: The Bizarre Charm of Tapsa Temple
I could not believe my eyes the beauty of the temple itself, its uncanny conical stone pagodas, the rock wall-like mountain on the left, the colored lanterns and lack of people, the entire scenery resembling a sci-fi movie happening on another planet. With hardly another soul around, the experience was utterly transcendent.
Oct 27


2025 Soraepogu Festival: Our Experience in Incheon’s Seafood & Culture Celebration
We visited the 2025 Soraepogu Festival in Incheon (Sep 26–28). From shrimp catching and kimchi-making to seafood feasts, prayer rituals, and live performances, here’s why this marine ecology festival is a must-visit.
Sep 29


Chubun: The Autumn Equinox in Korean Tradition
Discover Chubun (추분, 秋分), Korea’s autumn equinox. Learn its meaning, cultural and historical significance, seasonal foods, and how Koreans observe this key solar term today.
Sep 24


How to Use Korea’s Floor Heating and Hot Water System in Korea
Discover Ondol (온돌), Korea’s underfloor heating system. Learn how it works, step-by-step boiler instructions, energy-saving tips, troubleshooting guides, and how to stay warm in a Korean home during winter.
Sep 18


Top 10 Delicious Foods You Can Make with Kimchi in Autumn
Discover the Top 10 dishes you can prepare with kimchi this autumn! From stews and pancakes to fried rice and dumplings, explore Korean comfort foods that highlight the bold, spicy, and tangy flavor of kimchi.
Sep 18


Explore MMCA Seoul with Free English Guided Tours and Mobile Audio Guides
Discover the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) in Seoul with free English guided tours, audio guides via the official MMCA mobile app, and in-depth exploration of Korean contemporary art. Learn how to join tours, schedules, admission costs, and contact details.
Sep 15


Autumn in Korea: Weather, Fashion, Top Spots & Foods
Experience the magic of autumn in Korea, weather guide, what to wear, best spots for fall foliage, must-try seasonal foods, and top festivals. Discover why fall is the best time to visit Korea!
Sep 10


Lady Nana’s Kang Full Cartoon Street Tour & Character Drawing Experience
Guided walking tour of Kang Full Cartoon Street with English explanations.
Hands-on character drawing session at Kang Full’s Cartoon Café (all materials and a café drink included).
Photo opportunities at the exact mural spots inspired by famous dramas and films.
Exclusive gift: A full-size K-beauty item for every participant during the opening period.
Aug 11


Seoul Light DDP 2025 Summer: TIMESCAPE – Patterns of Light
Since its dazzling debut in 2019, Seoul Light at DDP has become a signature night-time media art festival that transforms Seoul's skyline with light, technology, and imagination.
Aug 4


Monsoon Season vs. Jangma (장마): What’s the Difference and How to Prepare in Korea
South Korea braces for a period of heavy rainfall, known locally as "jangma" (장마). But wait - isn’t that just the monsoon season? Not quite. While the two terms are related, they’re not identical.
Jun 20


Discover Figure Museum W: Seoul’s Ultimate Destination for Figure Enthusiasts
Nestled in the heart of Seoul’s upscale Cheongdam-dong neighborhood lies a hidden gem for pop culture fans and toy collectors alike—Figure Museum W
May 27


The MMCA Supporters Program: A Unique Cultural Experience
A new year marks the beginning of exciting opportunities, and for art enthusiasts and cultural explorers, the Hello MMCA Foreign Supporters
Mar 29
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