Min Gyeong Kim
Mingyeong Kim is a junior at Jinwee High School. She is from Suji, Korea. She enjoys studying English and is interested in writing. Her dream is to know about various cultures in the world and specialize in studying English literature.
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5 Korean City Mascots
There are many mascots that represent the characteristics of cities in Korea. Mascots often show what is most famous in that city — popular foods, local nature, cultural features, or unique history. These characters help cities promote identity, citizenship, and tourism. In this article, I’ll introduce five well-known city mascots in Korea and share what makes each one special. Joa Yong (조아용) — Yongin City Mascot Joa Yong is the city mascot of Yongin, and its name feels like a cute wordplay. “Joa” (조아) sounds like “좋아,” which means “to…
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The Influence of Confucianism on Korean Literature
Confucianism is an ethical, political, and religious philosophy created by Confucius during the Spring and Autumn period in China. The teachings of Confucianism focus on moral practices in human relations, social order, and political governance. It has been one of the key ideological systems in East Asia, alongside Buddhism and Taoism. In Korea’s past, Confucianism significantly influenced both society and literature. Confucian values, such as filial piety, loyalty, and fidelity, can be seen in many of Korea’s classical works of literature. This influence continues to shape Korean culture today, even…
