I. Korean image Through drama and music, the image of Korea has attained greater exposure to the world-wide audience. Hallyu makes foreigners feel a close connection with Korea and…
One of the primary causes for Hallyu outbreak was the adoption of media liberation in many Asian countries in the 1990s, which resulted in a favorable environment fostering…
A port city in the west of Korea Located in the mid-west coast of the Korean peninsula Known as a gateway city of Korea “Incheon” Incheon was forced to open its port by the western powers in the late 19th century. Sadly, it later turned into a battlefield between foreign powers. A small island in [...]
21st century Jang Bogo: Asia Moves toward Cooperation Conflict over history Dispute over sovereignty Regional power struggle These issues are creating a sharp conflict in Northeast Asia. Some describe the present time as “the New Cold War Era.” Many are skeptical of the potential for Korea, China, and Japan to build cooperative relationships. When looking [...]
The most well-known Asian countries “China and Japan” These two countries have long been actively engaged in international exchange. They sent many expeditions across the world. Zheng-He’s Expeditions “Go across the oceans to the end of the world, and make every single country pay tribute to China!” - Yongle, the third emperor of Ming China, in [...]
Technology is ever evolving, like smartphones, tablet PCs and laptops. At any time, we can talk to friends across the world through SNS. Today we can do a lot of things with just one touch on the screen. Every day, our life is getting more and more convenient. However, there are some people who are [...]
The Second World War (1939 – 1945) The war that caused the largest number of causalities and most property damage in world history Two countries were particularly responsible for these tragedies. Germany and Japan Lebensraum (living space) Adolf Hitler believed that the living space of the German people was too small, and so Germany needed [...]
Although Japan continues to deny or distort its imperialistic war history, there are still people who remember it and demand the self-reflection of Japan. After Japan’s defeat in WWII became clear, Japanese soldiers tried to kill the “comfort women” to cover up its crimes, but some survived the mass murder. Through those surviving victims, the [...]
18. Choi Mu-Seon (1325 – 1395) Choi Mu-Seon was an inventor best known for the production of Korea’s first gunpowder and cannons. During the Goryeo dynasty, he had already recognized the importance of gunpowder weapons, and suggested the establishment of a state institution committed to producing them. His inventions played a crucial role in [...]
8. Heo Gyun (1569 – 1618) & Heo Nanseolheon (1563 – 1589) Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon were famous sibling writers during the Joseon dynasty. Heo Gyun authored the first Korean language novel, “The Tale of Hong Gildong.” His sister Nanseolheon wrote many poems that were highly commended by writers in Korea, China and Japan. [...]
1. Dae Jo-Young (?– 719, reign: 698 – 719) Dae Jo-Young was the founder of the Balhae kingdom. After the fall of the Goguryeo kingdom, he gathered the refugees and some Malgal tribes and established Balhae. Upon its founding in 698, he proclaimed that it was the successor of Goguryeo, both domestically and internationally, and [...]
What is your dream? There is a dream that drives many young Koreans to join VANK. Many young people pursue this dream to make a difference in the world. It is to be a part of an international organization!! UN, UNICEF, UNESCO, and WHO Here are two Koreans who have achieved this dream. A small [...]
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