This comic is a slightly exaggerated version of something that really happened on one of my trips to Korea. I was staying with a friend in Seoul for about ten days, and one morning we were walking back after dropping … Continue reading Seoul Apartment Blocks [Cartoon]
On my most recent visit to Seoul, I found myself in one of those cultural situations that I understood in theory, but not quite quickly enough in practice. Anyone who has used the subway in Seoul will know how clearly … Continue reading The Quiet Rules of Seoul’s Subway [Cartoon]
One of the things I find most interesting about K-pop is the way fandom can become a form of belonging. Being an ARMY, a fan of BTS, or a BLINK, a fan of BLACKPINK, is not just about listening to … Continue reading Being A Blink [Cartoon]
There are now so many wonderful Korean books in translation that it would be impossible for me to read everything. Because of that, I have had to become stricter and more selective about what I bring onto my shelf. A … Continue reading Too Many Books [Cartoon] Part 4
I thought the problem was simple: there are too many books, and not enough time. That feels obvious when you’re sitting in front of a growing pile, trying to decide what to pick up next. Every new translation feels like … Continue reading Too Many Books [Cartoon] Part 3
Diya on Korea 