The successful PIEF Pyeongtaek Living 101 Courses are back and better than ever in 2025! This year brings new speakers, children’s safety-focused workshops for kids 3-10, a new Pyeongtaek-si Integration Handbook, and finalized workbooks filled with information and activities. Learn more below and register sooner rather than later! Our programs will make life easier and more fun. About Living in Korea We know that living in Korea is a wild ride for international residents. How does one learn the hidden knowledge that makes life easier when you don’t know what…

When you are homesick it can be easy to turn to social media platforms for support regarding your Expat Experience in Korea. However, this may not always be a healthy choice for those struggling with culture shock. The following post delves into how social media algorithms, confirmation bias, and the expat experience intersect. Not a sexy topic but very important for happiness. My Experience with Algorithms and Culture Shock As an international resident in South Korea with nearly 25 years of experience in algorithms, SEO, social media, and their impact…

Are you struggling to find business hours in Korea? Maybe you struggle with the language barrier, or you can’t find the business listing on Google. There are some things you need to know to help with the frustration. The Struggle to Find Business Information Finding business hours in South Korea can be surprisingly tricky. Websites like Google Maps and VisitKorea might seem the obvious choice since they are what we find when we search in English. However, such sites often have inaccurate, outdated, missing, or confusing information. This may lead…

Have you seen South of Seoul around but wonder what we do? Here is a quick look back a few of our public projects in 2024. Celebrating Growth, Connection, and Community Impact As 2024 comes to a close, we at South of Seoul want to take a moment to reflect on the year’s accomplishments, milestones, and the incredible connections made across the community. This year has been one of collaboration, education, and celebration. None of this would have been possible without our hardworking team, local partners, and the ever-growing network…

Get ready to show some love! This is the 8th year of the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll, and your votes mean the world to local businesses. Help your favorites win big! Let’s make this year’s poll the best yet. Click here to vote now! 2024 Best of Pyeongtaek Poll Voting Dates This year voting will occur for two weeks and you can vote once a day. This year we got a late start so you can get started with voting right now! Voting runs from December 30th th to January…

Wondering how to throw away that old mattress or couch? The Pyeongtaek city website provides the following information regarding the disposal of large waste. About Large Waste Disposal in Korea In Pyeongtaek, as in many cities across South Korea, disposing of large waste—like old furniture, electronics, or appliances—requires specific steps to ensure proper handling and avoid fines. For international residents, understanding the process can be tricky, especially with the language barrier. Don’t worry, this blog will walk you through how to dispose of large waste items in Pyeongtaek. The blog…

Would you like to participate in a traditional family-style Kimjang? (FYI, if you love cooking and Korean food the answer is, “YES!”) Then, sign up immediately for this 2-day traditional cooking event at the Songtan Traditional Market. Come learn how families work together to prepare their kimchi for the year. This is an all-inclusive event that includes snacks, meals, and numerous side quests like making kimchi for a community that needs it! TLDR;: Dates: November 2nd & 3rd from around 9am – 13:00 each day (Estimated times) and we need 2 people who…