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Every September, when the bright, full moon appears, people know Chuseok has arrived. Often called Korea’s “Thanksgiving,” this holiday has been celebrated for decades as a time for families to gather, eat food, and give thanks for the year’s harvest. In the past, families shared rice, made songpyeon (송편), and honored their ancestors. But in Seoul today, the traditions have modernized over time, making Chuseok look a little different. While the heart of the holiday remains, the way people...

While Korea chokes in the sweltering summer heat, Jeju Island waits as a paradise of unspoiled native culture, ocean magic, and cooling...

Summer in Korea starts with the hottest month of all: June. However, the high temperature isn’t the moth’s only characteristic, as it is...