Korean Culture
White Models in South Korea Had It Pretty Easy. Not Anymore.
“Six to seven years ago, the only skill a foreigner needed to be on TV was being white and speaking a bit of Korean. Now, the interest has dipped.”
Meet One of the World’s First Celebrity Gamers
In the early 2000s, gamers were already considered stars in South Korea.
Yuleum Is Korean Hip-Hop’s Next Big Thing. He’s 12 Years Old.
Hip-hop used to be underground in South Korea, now kids are dreaming of making it big as rappers.
BIBI Is Following K-Pop’s Success, but Charting Her Own Path
The South Korean singer-songwriter is living the best of both the underground and pop scenes.
Why Do Fans Send Rice to Their K-Pop Idols?
Donated by K-pop fans, rice wreaths are a common way to show support for idols. But not everyone—not even fans themselves—know exactly why.
What Is ‘Single’s Inferno’? Everything You Need To Know About the Netflix Dating Reality Show
A blend of reality show tropes, cringey dating scenes, and K-drama swoon, it’s hard to look away from “Single’s Inferno.”
What Is ‘The Silent Sea’? Everything You Need To Know About the Netflix Series
Gong Yoo and Bae Doona take Korean drama to uncharted territory.
Sogumm’s Song “Prescription” Is a Tender Message to Her Future Self, and a Musical Cure for Listeners
VICE spoke with South Korean singer sogumm about her album “Precious,” the eclectic music video for “Prescription,” and her dream to fly off to space.
What Is ‘Hellbound’? Everything You Need To Know About the Netflix Series
The violent Korean drama from the director of “Train to Busan” is now making a killing worldwide.
DAY6’s Jae Is Going Back to His Roots and Finding New Music As eaJ
In an exclusive interview with VICE, Jae talks about his solo project, the problem with perfection, and finding himself again through music.
The Guide to Getting Into K-Indie, South Korea’s Next Global Culture Movement
There’s a lot of music to discover beyond K-pop.