Why convenience stores sell Pokémon blankets for Pepero Day
On November 11, chocolate biscuit sticks share the shelf with sleeping Pokémon and film cameras. What happens when a small gesture becomes a character gift?
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Three friends who dream of making people laugh in Happy Anding
A first fan appears as an unknown comedy trio nears the end of its ten-year pact. Here is the choice facing Asura in tvN’s November 11 premiere.
Ninety minutes in a hanok: Kohojae’s autumn tea table
Apple danja, candied figs and tea on a small wooden table. Here is how to choose a seat and a tea at Kohojae in Korea House, Chungmuro.
New signs, old stories: a walk through Haebangchon
Follow the new signs and murals into Shinheung Market. Four stops connect Chinese cooking, roast chicken, Thai family recipes and tacos to the people behind the doors.
What would Pokémon bones look like? Gwangju’s upcoming Fossil Museum
Public admission at Gwangju National Science Museum begins December 19. Pokémon illustrations and overseas exhibition photos introduce imaginary skeletons alongside real prehistoric animals.
Starbucks Korea’s winter menu and e-Frequency gifts: what to choose
Toffee, apricot tea lattes, and Christmas food, plus LEXON speakers, Moleskine planners, and how winter e-Frequency redemption works.
MUSINSA BEAUTY Seongsu opens November 11: what to look for
99 brands new to its physical stores, a Touch-up Bar, and pharmacist consultations. Choose your floor around what you need.
New to Jeonghan × Joshua’s DREAMSCAPE? Start here
From 12 o’clock to two solo tracks, a listening route through seven songs to help you find your favorites.
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Three friends who dream of making people laugh in Happy Anding
A first fan appears as an unknown comedy trio nears the end of its ten-year pact. Here is the choice facing Asura in tvN’s November 11 premiere.
Why convenience stores sell Pokémon blankets for Pepero Day
On November 11, chocolate biscuit sticks share the shelf with sleeping Pokémon and film cameras. What happens when a small gesture becomes a character gift?
Meet IVE’s girl heroes on a bigger screen at DDP
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