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K-Horror Rituals: Shamanism, Superstitions, and the Art of Exorcism
As Halloween approaches, stories of ghosts and demons fill the air.
In Korea, fear has long been intertwined with beauty, belief, and ritual.
Rather than simple fright, the Korean way of facing the unseen is through care — through cleansing, protection, and ceremony.
From ancient shamanic rites to modern cinema, the language of spirits continues to echo in quiet, powerful ways.
When Frost Falls: Learning Kimchi, One Cabbage at a Time
In Korea, the year once followed 24 solar terms; small seasonal markers that reflected the rhythm of nature. Each term carried its own meaning: Ipchun (the beginning of spring), Daeseo (the...