Exam season in Korea can be intense. Whether it’s endless lecture slides, group presentations, or late-night library sessions, your brain often ends up feeling like a sponge, squeezed dry. While studying is important, what many students forget is this: your brain needs time to recover, too. During one particularly overwhelming exam week, I realized something […]
Study Until Morning?” – How Korea’s Study Culture Changed Me
June 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Before I came to Korea, I knew that education here was taken seriously. Korean students are known globally for their strong academic performance and competitive university entrance exams. But witnessing the intensity of studying firsthand was something I wasn’t fully prepared for. It started during my first semester. I would stay on campus after class […]
A Trendy Evening in Mangwon-dong: A 5-Stop Itinerary
June 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Yeounsu Koh Mangwon-dong has quickly become one of Seoul’s most beloved hotspots—perfect for a relaxed afternoon that flows into a cozy evening. Starting around 3PM, this five-stop course offers a well-paced mix of coffee, shopping, dinner, dessert, and a peaceful night view. 1. Umum Café The journey begins at Umum Cafe, a small but stylish […]
Food that makes you go yum!
June 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
By Pratibha Hello everyone I am back with another place recommendation. This time, it might be the last post until the next semester, and hence I came up with this particular restaurant where you can go after exams to release your stress or treat yourself. Here is the address of the place: [NAVER Map] Saravanaa […]
Hidden Hong Kong in Seoul: No Need Passport, Just A Transportation Card!
June 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
By Stefanie Kosim If you’ve been craving a quick escape from your daily routine but your budget (and finals schedule) says no to international flights, I’ve got just the thing. Tucked away on a hilltop neighborhood near Changsin Station, there’s a little corner of Seoul that feels like a scene straight out of a Hong […]
A Hidden Gem for Donkatsu Lovers: 카츠오모이 홍대점
May 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
A Hidden Gem for Donkatsu Lovers: 카츠오모이 홍대점 When I think about comfort food near Hanyang University, one place that immediately comes to mind is 카츠오모이 홍대점, a cozy little restaurant that serves one of the best donkatsu I’ve ever had. I first went there during my freshman year after a close friend recommended it, […]
A Must-Try Buffet Near Hanyang University: 미미램양꼬치 한양대점
May 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
As an international student at Hanyang University, one of my favorite food spots near campus is 미미램양꼬치 한양대점, a hidden gem that serves all-you-can-eat grilled skewers. I’ve been coming here since my freshman year, back when the buffet was ₩18,000. Now it’s ₩23,800, but considering how much food you get, it still feels like a […]
Simple Self-Care
May 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Written by: Hahyeon(Summer) Kim In Korea, 힐링 (healing) has become more than a trend—it’s a lifestyle. Self-care is all about looking after your well-being by adding small but meaningful habits into your daily routine. Now that midterms are over, it’s the perfect time to slow down and recharge. Here are a few of my favorite […]
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