SUNGHEE YIParody Lyrics as a SubcultureIt’s surprising to see the recent buzzwords and slang popular on the internet and among younger generations. New words keep emerging and…Aug 19Aug 19
SUNGHEE YIIs Graffiti a Crime or a Form of Communication?A few days ago, I visited a small youth culture center in my neighborhood and noticed the desks and walls filled with graffiti. There were…Aug 13Aug 13
SUNGHEE YIMajon Beach: Where North Koreans Find Summer JoyWhen thinking of summer, refreshing valleys and the blue sea immediately come to mind. Playing in the water at the beach brings back…Aug 11Aug 11
SUNGHEE YIEnduring the Summer Heat in North KoreaDuring these scorching summer days, I often think back to life in North Korea where we lived without air conditioning. Unlike South Korea…Jul 281Jul 281
SUNGHEE YIGum and Joy: Childhood Memories from North KoreaOne day, I visited a local convenience store and happened to see an elementary school student buying Pokémon bread. After paying, the child…Jul 17Jul 17
SUNGHEE YIInto North Korean Daily Life: The Journey of Artificial Meat RiceIf “Tteokbokki” and “Sundae” are representative snacks of South Korea, then “Artificial meat rice” and “Tofu rice” can be said to be the…Jul 17Jul 17
SUNGHEE YIHow Instant Noodles Became a Special TreatInstant noodles, known as ‘ramyeon,’ are a beloved food enjoyed by people of all ages in South Korea. Besides the convenience and ease of…Jun 28Jun 28
SUNGHEE YINorth Korean Beauty: A Look at Cosmetic CulturePeople often invest a lot of time and effort into using cosmetics or makeup to protect their skin or enhance their beauty, and this…Jun 18Jun 18
SUNGHEE YIScenes from North Korean WeddingsRecently, many of my acquaintances have been preparing for their weddings. A few days ago, I attended a close friend’s wedding at a wedding…Jun 18Jun 18
SUNGHEE YIThe Timeless Love of North Korean Children for Their AnimationsEveryone has a nostalgic animation that reminds them of their childhood. In South Korea, iconic animations that define their era include…May 29May 29