Why is Pork Belly BBQ So Popular in South Korea?
Don't eat it without knowing it: From post-Korean War meat stews to cheap pork during the Asian Financial Crisis, here's our guide to enjoying Korean BBQ with a deeper appreciation of its history.
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No More Rocket Man?
Kim Jong-un is stepping onto South Korean soil tomorrow morning, the first ever for a North Korean leader. Moon Jae-in and Kim will most likely talk about some form of peace...but what will come afterwards?
Meet North Korea’s Former Elite Journalist
One week remains before the #interkoreansummit. Kim Gil-sun, an ex-journalist from Pyongyang, isn't particularly hopeful. The North Korea she remembers was a dangerous place...even to write about certain kind of plants.
Debunking the China Myth
Air pollution is a serious problem in South Korea. Among the famous culprits is fine dust -- is it valid to say China is to blame for fine dust? Watch our environment editor debunk the China myth.
What Happens to Women After #MeToo
Look beyond the headlines. What about the many more victims of #MeToo that don't get any headlines because the perpetrators aren't 'newsworthy'? Here is the story of what potential victims in South Korea face after they speak out in public.
North Korea Summit 101
For those of you who haven't been following the news, Kim Jong-un has been coming out of the Peninsula. Recently he met China's Xi Jinping. Next on his platter are the presidents of South Korea and the U.S. Here is our introduction about the basics of what is happening.
South Korea’s Plus-Size Women: Break the 48kg Myth
"Don't girls normally weigh less than 50kg?" "If you weigh over 50, how can talk openly about your weight?" "ARE YOU CRAZY?" Meet the women giving the middle finger to South Korea's pervasive culture of fat-shaming.
Why the Korean-Venezuelan Brothers Make Chocolate
Meet the creators of P.chokko, a chocolate shop in Seoul. They want to change Korean chocolate and send a message about their home, Venezuela.
Getting Lost in Alleyways and Seoul’s Childhood
Not far from the busiest center of Seoul, with all the traffic and political rallies, there is Seochon, a quaint neighborhood in Seoul. Its only arcade is a microcosm of South Korea today, at the intersection of rapid change and nostalgia for the past.
Why Are South Koreans “Meh” About North Korea in the Olympics?
The last time the two Koreas even communicated was in February 2016. At least on the surface, the Olympics cooperation is a pretty big thaw in relations. So why are reactions down south kinda lukewarm? Here's our breakdown.
The Artist Painting Seoul’s Streets
Meet the street artist painting her impressions of Seoul -- on Seoul. She illustrates the walls and buildings of the city, filling them with vibrant colors and characters.
What’s in an Olympics Medal?
What can show a fundamentally Korean DNA while resonating with a global audience? Industrial designer Lee Suk-woo designed the medals for the Pyeongchang Olympics, which starts next week. Korea Exposé spoke to him about his thought process.