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From stage to Hallyu: How gukgeuk shaped Korea’s cultural renaissance

Oct 02, 2024

Performance of the women's gukgeuk “King, Wearing a Mask - Jangja Beonduk” in 2020 (Photo courtesy of the Women's Gukgeuk Production Studio) Korea’s traditional performing arts saw gukgeuk emerge as a significant cultural phenomenon after liberation from Japan’s colonial rule in 1945. Gukgeuk is a musical drama where cast members sing their character’s lines. It developed from pansori – lyrical operas sung by solo performers that originated in
Capturing Korea: KTO’s innovative approach to global tourism promotion

Oct 02, 2024

K-Photo frames for Life4cuts released by the Korea Tourism Organization (Photo courtesy of Korea Tourism Organization) The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) recently launched two innovative global initiatives to promote Korean tourism and culture: the Life4Cuts “K-Photo Frame” and the “Ocean Odyssey” exhibition. In collaboration with popular self-service photo studio brand Life4Cuts (“Insaengnekeot” in Korean), the KTO has introd
Greening the skies: Korea’s leap into sustainable aviation

Oct 02, 2024

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has an 80% carbon emission reduction effect compared to conventional aviation fuel made from fossil fuels. (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock) As the aviation industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as a promising solution. Made from renewable materials such as used cooking oil, animal fats and crops such as sugar cane, as well as electricity-based e-fuels, SAF can reduce carb
Kiaf and Frieze pair up to bring the art world to Seoul

Sep 09, 2024

From September 4-7, Seoul gained even more attention from the art world through the Korea International Art Fair (Kiaf SEOUL) and Frieze Seoul. These concurrent events transformed the Korean capital into a global art hub, attracting galleries, artists, collectors and enthusiasts from around the world. Kiaf SEOUL, in its 23rd year, joined forces with Frieze Seoul for the third consecutive year. Together, they created a powerful showcase of contemporary art, with Kiaf featuring works
Shooting icon steals the world’s heart with unexpected charm - An interview with pistol shooter Kim Ye-ji

Sep 09, 2024

It’s been 30 days since the end of the 2024 Paris Olympics, but the afterglow still lingers. One athlete who has been busy conducting interviews with various media outlets is pistol shooter Kim Ye-ji, who won a silver medal at the Games. Below is an interview with her. Kim Ye-ji, an athlete who gained worldwide attention for her outstanding skills and cool demeanor. (Photo courtesy of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee) Q1. How did you start shooting in Kor
Seoul subway at 50: From transit hub to urban playground

Sep 09, 2024

August 15, 1974: Opening ceremony of Seoul Subway Line 1 “the Jongno Line” (Photo courtesy of Seoul Museum of History) On August 15, 2024, Seoul Metro celebrated its 50th anniversary, a significant marker that proves its integral role in the city’s history. The opening of the Jongno Line, the inaugural line that connected Seoul Station with Cheongnyangni Station across nine stops, revolutionized transportation in the capital. Over the past five decades, Seoul&r
D.C.’s Old Korean Legation set to gain historic designation

Sep 09, 2024

The building housing the Old Korean Legation in the United States was built in 1877. It served as Korea’s diplomatic mission for 16 years – from 1889 until 1905, when the Korean Empire lost its diplomatic rights to Imperial Japan. (Photo courtesy of the Korea Heritage Service) The Old Korean Legation in Washington, D.C. is set to become a national historic site – a significant recognition of the historical ties between Korea and the United States. This decision

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