Korea, Explained

KOREA, EXPLAINED

The little things that make everyday life in Korea different.

Buy a pack of ramyeon at the store, then use the self-service cooker to make and eat it on the spot.

A jjimjilbang brings baths, saunas, heated rooms, food, and lounge areas together in one Korean-style relaxation space.

Pay by the song and sing in a small private booth without booking a full-size karaoke room.

Play games on a high-performance computer and order food and drinks without leaving your seat.

Many Korean homes use a PIN, card, or fingerprint instead of a traditional key.

A dedicated refrigerator controls the temperature and storage conditions for different kinds and stages of kimchi.

These doors separate the platform from the tracks, helping prevent accidents while reducing noise, dust, and strong train winds.

At many bus stops, a display shows in real time how many minutes remain before the next bus arrives.