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Your Next Obsession: Step into the World of Korean Webtoons

Louie Gillette — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 14:08:21 +0000

Your Guide to the Best of Korean Digital Comics These days, it’s easier than ever to access all kinds of media with the help of modern technology; by opening a search engine or a mobile app, we have the power to access a seemingly endless amount of content that we wouldn’t be aware of otherwise. Read More >>

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5 Best Travel Destinations in Japan that Aren’t Tokyo

Louie Gillette — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 22:50:51 +0000

Looking to explore what Japan has to offer beyond Tokyo? Here’s our list of 5 great alternatives! Tokyo is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, and for good reason, the city showcases how history and technology can exist in tandem. However, making Tokyo your only stop on your trip to Japan means that Read More >>

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Lunar New Year 2023 – Year of the Rabbit

Pimsleur Team — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:59:00 +0000

China’s Spring Festival – Chun jie (春节) Chinese festivals are based on the traditional lunar calendar. The Chinese New Year, known as the Spring Festival or chun jie (春节), is the year’s most important festival. The holiday marks the end of the coldest days of winter and the anticipation of spring and fresh beginnings. It Read More >>

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Japanese Kabuki Theater – Everything You Need to Know

Louie Gillette — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 21:05:00 +0000

Kabuki Theatre: Japan’s Iconic Performance Art You may recognize Japan for its beautiful scenery, lively city atmosphere, and unique culture, but the country itself has way more to offer than you might think. Dig a little deeper, and you’ll discover a wealth of history surrounding Japan’s relationship to the fine arts — with kabuki theatre Read More >>

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How to Learn Korean on YouTube

Chad Emery — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:33:16 +0000

Can You Learn Korean from YouTube? Yes! Interest in Korean language and culture has exploded the past few years. K-Pop bands like BTS and BLACKPINK have found huge success around the world and series like Squid Game have taught everyone tidbits about Korean culture (dalgona, anyone?). If you’re interested in learning some Korean or brushing Read More >>

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Nine Korean Phrases You Need to Understand Squid Game

Louie Gillette — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 18:14:34 +0000

Learn Korean With Squid Game Within a matter of days after its release on Netflix, Squid Game has gained international notoriety and acquired a massive fanbase. The worldwide craze has inspired many to take on learning the Korean language and getting to know its illustrious culture. To help you get to know Squid Game and Read More >>

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Chinese Idioms with Numbers to Level-Up Your Mandarin

Ramsay Lewis — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:55:19 +0000

Impress Everyone with These Chinese Number Related Idioms From One to Ten Thousand Idioms are expressions that don’t have a direct literal translation. They’re like riddles—to understand them, you need to understand the context as well as the words. They’re one of the most fun parts of learning a language because they give you a Read More >>

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The Best Chinese Palace Dramas to Binge-Watch and Learn Mandarin

Ramsay Lewis — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:21:10 +0000

Learn Mandarin With Netflix and Historical Chinese TV Shows I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: the best way to learn a language is to do things in it. Especially things you enjoy. And who doesn’t enjoy a good Netflix and chill session? So if you’re looking for a new show to get Read More >>

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9 Taiwanese Night Market Foods That You Absolutely Have To Try

Ramsay Lewis — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 22:12:22 +0000

Guide to Must-Try Street Foods in Taiwan Engaging in a region’s culture is one of the best ways to learn their language—and that’s true for Chinese languages as well. If you’re a food lover, you’re in luck: night markets can be an especially satisfying way to immerse yourself in Taiwanese Mandarin (While several languages are Read More >>

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What is K-Pop Music? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Louie Gillette — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 15:26:00 +0000

K-Pop 101: Introduction to the Global Phenomenon Whether you’ve seen BTS’s Dynamite playing on TV commercials or heard Blackpink’s Sour Candy blasting from the speakers of your local department store, you’ve probably heard of K-pop by now — the Korean music phenomenon that is taking over the Internet alongside mainstream media. But any fan will Read More >>

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