Why Foreigners Move To Korea

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  • @peterk6431
    @peterk6431 Місяць тому +246

    Funny how some people complain about no jobs in Korea. If you can't even speak the Korean language or have a specific degree how do you expect to find a decent job? That goes for any country. At least for native English speakers you can teach English to children. Don't think Korea will adept to you you have to adept to Korean society . Be active and network.

    • @brennathecatlover4360
      @brennathecatlover4360 Місяць тому +8

      Like i understand there will be jobs that will discriminate cuz you’re a foreigner but if u don’t know the language most jobs outside of English teaching won’t hire cuz u can’t speak the language u need to community in

    • @unit4512
      @unit4512 Місяць тому +27

      Spot on. Most of the jobs in the USA have native level fluency in either spanish or english as a requirement to even be considered for an interview. It's hilarious that people expect to go to another country, not speak the native language, and be able to function in that place as a citizen.

    • @ostsau12
      @ostsau12 Місяць тому +1

      I think as a foreign Woman it is easy to find a rich man

    • @peterk6431
      @peterk6431 Місяць тому +4

      @ostsau12
      Only good looking ones.

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +8

      ​@@peterk6431 Actually, almost all good looking foreigners just end up with just middle-class guys. Even if you are pretty, you still have no high-value networks in Korean society to have access to rich guys and rich guys who have loads of pretty Korean girls chasing them, have no need to approach any foreigners.

  • @tae-whankim9821
    @tae-whankim9821 Місяць тому +132

    As a Korean who worked with a multitude of foreigners, trust me learn the language. I see foreigners who lived in Korea for over 7 years and barely say a few words. They usually don't get raises because they have the same position. For those who become fluent, they really get promoted fast.
    1. I know its fun a few years with a stable job and doing the same thing but keep developing yourself. Especially in education, the difference between a bachelors and masters is significant. More than what you expect. Ph.D? You will be scouted like crazy.
    2. Know the language? Employers, neighbors etc will absolutely love you.
    3.Don't just stick with other foreigners, get out and meet the locals, when things happen like accidents etc They will vouch for you. (If you just stay within your own group, if things happen you're just labeled as a typical foreigner who causes trouble, because people won't know you they think you don't care about society)
    4. Don't go to clubs.(Don't believe you will meet 'good people; there)... even people in Korea will judge other Koreans that go to clubs 'often' we call them Jukdoli/juksooni (No respectable member of society will take you seriously).
    5. Think outside of Seoul. Other parts of Korea there maybe more opportunities and less racism. (Don't get me wrong people will stare, but not due to disgust but just pure curiosity, they probably never seen someone that's not Korean. if you talk to them in Korean, they will open up so much...maybe too much lol) Also you can probably save money while enjoy things as housing costs are much much more affordable outside of Seoul)

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +5

      They can learn the language , but ultimately there will always be a glass ceiling as a foreigner, and even if they marry a Korean and naturalize, as someone who is not ethnically Korean. Ultimately, if career is the top priority, they are better off pursuing it in their own countries, where they have a higher ceiling and just treat Korea as a fun vacation.

    • @mathamour
      @mathamour Місяць тому +3

      Here's the passage corrected for natural English with some additional pointers:
      Having worked with many foreigners in Korea, let me tell you: learning the language is key.
      Here's why: I've seen foreigners who've lived here for over 7 years yet struggle to speak more than a few basic phrases. This often limits their career growth - they stay in the same position without promotions. On the other hand, those who become fluent tend to see much faster career advancement.
      Sure, it can be comfortable to stay in a stable job for a while. But there's always room for self-development! In Korea especially, education plays a big role. The difference a Master's degree can make compared to a Bachelor's is significant, even more than you might expect. And a Ph.D.? Recruiters will be chasing after you.
      Learning the language goes beyond just work. Employers and neighbors will appreciate the effort, and it will open doors socially.
      Here are some additional tips:
      Branch out and connect with Koreans. Don't just stick to your expat circle. Locals can be a great support system, especially if you encounter any issues. Building relationships can dispel stereotypes some might have about foreigners who "cause trouble."
      Skip the clubs. It's a common misconception that you'll find good connections there. Even Koreans who frequent clubs often face a negative stigma (Jukdoli/juksooni). A good reputation is important for professional and personal success.
      Consider living outside Seoul. There may be more opportunities and less outward prejudice in other parts of Korea. While people might stare out of curiosity (especially if they haven't met many foreigners), a simple greeting in Korean can break the ice. Housing costs are also significantly lower outside the capital, allowing you to save money and enjoy a different pace of life.
      Remember, a little effort goes a long way!
      Pointers:
      Removed unnecessary emphasis on the speaker being Korean.
      Used a more natural tone and sentence structure.
      Replaced "multitude" with "many" for better flow.
      Clarified the concept of Jukdoli/juksooni.
      Added a concluding sentence for impact.
      다음은 자연스러운 영어로 수정된 글과 몇 가지 추가적인 지침입니다:
      더 자연스러운 톤과 문장 구조를 사용했습니다.
      "multitude"를 "many"로 바꿔서 더 자연스러운 흐름을 만들었습니다.
      Jukdoli/juksooni의 개념을 명확히 설명했습니다.
      Negative stigma : 사회적으로 부정적인 태도나 생각을 의미하는 사람이나 사람들의 집단에 대한 부정적인 태도입니다.
      한국에서 많은 외국인들과 함께 일해본 경험으로 말씀드립니다. 언어 학습은 꼭 필요하다는 것을 알려드리겠습니다.
      그 이유는 다음과 같습니다. 7년 이상 여기에서 생활한 외국인들 중에는 몇 가지 기본적인 문구를 넘어서 말하기 어려워하는 사람들을 많이 보았습니다. 이는 종종 그들의 직장 승진을 제한합니다. 반면에 유창하게 구사하는 사람들은 직업적으로 훨씬 빠른 성장을 경험하는 경향이 있습니다.
      안정된 직장에 잠시 머물기는 편안할 수 있습니다. 하지만 자기 계발을 위한 여유 공간은 항상 있습니다! 특히 한국에서는 교육이 큰 역할을 합니다. 학사 학위와 석사 학위의 차이는 기대 이상으로 큽니다. 박사 학위를 취득하면 인재영입 담당자들이 여러분을 찾아갈 것입니다.
      언어 학습은 직장에만 국한되지 않습니다. 고용주와 이웃들은 여러분의 노력을 칭찬하고, 사회적으로도 문을 열어줄 것입니다.
      추가적인 팁을 알려드리겠습니다:
      한국인들과 교류하고 관계를 형성하세요. 외국인 사회에만 머무르지 말고 현지인들과 연결되는 것이 좋습니다. 특히 문제가 발생할 경우 현지인들은 큰 지원 체계가 될 수 있습니다. 관계 구축은 외국인들에 대한 "문제를 일으키는 사람"에 대한 편견을 없애는 데 도움이 됩니다.
      클럽에 가지 않는 것이 좋습니다. 거기에서 좋은 인맥을 만날 수 있다는 것은 흔한 오해입니다. 실제로 클럽을 자주 가는 한국인들도 부정적인 인식을 받을 수 있습니다 (죽돌이/죽순이). 좋은 평판은 직업적인 성공과 개인적인 성공에 중요합니다.
      서울 외부에서 생활을 고려해보세요. 다른 지역에서는 더 많은 기회와 편견이 적을 수 있습니다. 사람들이 호기심으로 바라보는 경우도 있을 수 있지만 (특히 외국인을 많이 본 적이 없는 경우), 한국어로 간단한 인사를 건네는 것으로 어색한 분위기를 벗어날 수 있습니다. (Break the ice 얼음을 깰 수 있다는 뜻 아님). 수도권 외부에서는 주거 비용이 훨씬 낮아지므로 돈을 절약하고 지루하지 않은 삶의 변화를 즐길 수 있습니다.(pace of life)
      기억하세요, 작은 노력이 큰 영향을 미칩니다!

    • @user-bz1zn3ds3j
      @user-bz1zn3ds3j Місяць тому +1

      it may be surprising, but many people do not want to be promoted, because it imposes unnecessary obligations. not to mention the fact that many people want to be able to quit their jobs at any time, so it makes no sense to move up the career ladder

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому

      @@user-bz1zn3ds3j People not wanting to work for a promotion ,is not the same as people not wanting a promotion. And that is an important distinction to make, a lot of people don't wanna put the effort to make more money , doesn't mean they don't want the money. So if you mean a lot of people will straight up reject the opportunity to make more money when it's handed to them on a silver platter, that's where you're very wrong. You are only right if you mean most people are too lazy to work for the promotion.

    • @user-bz1zn3ds3j
      @user-bz1zn3ds3j Місяць тому

      @@Cxs1a3 No, it's not about laziness, but more responsibility, which may not be worth a pay raise. Therefore, many people will refuse.

  • @ibeabuchivictory5665
    @ibeabuchivictory5665 Місяць тому +195

    "Be responsible for yourself and don't put yourself in the Victim Mindset" I love that. Thanks for that beautiful advice

    • @cristianereiscrispalavrasq1796
      @cristianereiscrispalavrasq1796 Місяць тому +3

      Really!

    • @ndychung007
      @ndychung007 Місяць тому +5

      So universal

    • @hazelmint6671
      @hazelmint6671 Місяць тому +2

      Very real, especially nowadays where most people have that mindset.

    • @kfx3907
      @kfx3907 12 днів тому +2

      Most foreigners in Korea have those kind of victim mindsets and blame the locals.

  • @user-ug8je1bn8m
    @user-ug8je1bn8m Місяць тому +36

    한국에서 열심히 살아가는 외국인분들 보면 존경스럽습니다
    제가 일본에서 잠깐 살았었는데 같은 동양인이어도 문화 차이로 적응하기 꽤 힘들었어요

    • @ori5581
      @ori5581 11 днів тому

      일본은 살만하지 않나

  • @jiminswriter4209
    @jiminswriter4209 Місяць тому +41

    11:27 This is great advice for Korea or any country for that matter.

  • @superAweber
    @superAweber Місяць тому +31

    11:18 I appreciated the advice here. I was surprised to hear it.

  • @Mudskipper9876
    @Mudskipper9876 Місяць тому +24

    Your interviews are really interesting and informative. Thank you so much!!

  • @user-cnksi223
    @user-cnksi223 Місяць тому +21

    I went on a language course in the Philippines, studied as an exchange student in the United States, lived and worked in Japan, and traveled to European countries and Southeast Asian countries every vacation.
    Yes, I have had many unfair and difficult experiences abroad. Sometimes I hated the country and its people and felt bored.
    I even assaulted a man who was arguing with me on the street at night in Florence, Italy because I couldn't control my anger.
    However, I realized later that hatred and anger towards someone were hurting myself.
    In the end, only those who can control themselves and overcome difficulties in any environment are the winners.
    Sometimes people with this kind of patience are considered 'easy', but you should not be swayed by other people's thoughts. You just have to look at your goals.
    My experiences abroad still remain as precious memories. there is no experience in this world that is worthless.

  • @quietrio
    @quietrio Місяць тому +15

    Listening to that African missionary guy really gave me a big insight. I'm determined to shift my mindset towards understanding and accepting different cultures and lifestyles, rather than rushing to judge.

  • @user-xyzabc143
    @user-xyzabc143 Місяць тому +15

    "If you want something to work, don't give up." You go girl! ❤

  • @kev2582
    @kev2582 Місяць тому +5

    Ran into this channel thx to UA-cam recommendations. Wonderful content showing real everyday life for expats in Korea! Keep things up!

  • @Phanta3
    @Phanta3 Місяць тому +15

    It's so great to see a positive (yet still realistic) video about Korea, whether it's visiting or living there. Thank you! 🙏👏

  • @princecoffee2349
    @princecoffee2349 Місяць тому +135

    I've lived in Korea and Japan for 2 years and yes there are racist in Korea and Japan just like there are racists everywhere else in the world. I'm from the South in the US so I grew up around many racists including some of my relatives.
    I know what real racism looks like.
    The difference is in Korea, there aren't any violent organized racists groups (i.e., KKK, Neo-Nazis, etc..) physically trying to harm people like there are in the US, Japan and Europe.
    Sending your child to school alone without worrying about anything or being able to enjoy a walk without worrying about robbers or thieves even if you walk alone at 2 a.m. is a godsend.
    I will stay here as long as I can.

    • @kimckawa
      @kimckawa Місяць тому +26

      Exactly! Koreans/JP don’t make being racist their whole personality and life mission as in the States

    • @roythousand13
      @roythousand13 Місяць тому

      I'm black. I live in the U.S. and I have never been attacked by the KKK or Neo-Nazis.

    • @mystictraveler8642
      @mystictraveler8642 Місяць тому +21

      Exactly. Glad to see a fair comment. Many americans spread a lot of "out of context" accusations with lack of transparency.

    • @kurtnoonbain6145
      @kurtnoonbain6145 Місяць тому +11

      And people who never been to Korea still claim Korea is the most racist country 😮

    • @JohnLee-db9zt
      @JohnLee-db9zt Місяць тому

      Racism is on a different level in America. You can even compare.

  • @theking-ss
    @theking-ss Місяць тому +5

    Got a new video from takashi, k explorer, and asian boss today. Thats nice

  • @ritchieb1612
    @ritchieb1612 Місяць тому +6

    Always insightful!!

  • @ciwanemcctv1428
    @ciwanemcctv1428 Місяць тому

    Good video 👍🏽 and thank you for sharing bro 🙏🏾 . U are doing a great job . I watch your video's from 🇨🇦

  • @jkim7
    @jkim7 Місяць тому +1

    Great video. Thank you. 👍

  • @Hit6ix
    @Hit6ix Місяць тому +4

    thank you for your video!!

  • @huckle127
    @huckle127 Місяць тому +3

    해방촌에서 제리씨 인터뷰한거 보고 왔어요 너무 너무 재미있어서 UA-cam도 구독하고 갑니다❤

  • @user-qv2th7ix1l
    @user-qv2th7ix1l Місяць тому +5

    I believe that being open and positive to local culture regardless of what countries you travel, s the key of enjoying. Those guys are amazing. I, as a Korean, would sarcastically say Korea is a living hell, but those guys in interview would say ‘at least it’s warm here.’

  • @ryanasksaround
    @ryanasksaround Місяць тому +48

    The difference in safety between most developed countries and Korea is massive.
    For both women and men, it gives peace of mind.

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +4

      But the flipside of that is you have to give up many freedoms in order to attain that safety, and it's way more than just gun rights. A free society is fundamentally a dangerous one, a safe society is fundamentally an unfree one. Which one is better is subjective.

    • @brennathecatlover4360
      @brennathecatlover4360 Місяць тому +4

      As long as I can afford stuff and live comfortably I’m fine lol

    • @peterk6431
      @peterk6431 Місяць тому +2

      @Cxs1a3
      What freedom are you giving up in Korea for more safety ?

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +6

      @@peterk6431 Some of the longest working hours in the world, longest studying hours in the world, extremely strict education system, extremely strict druck laws. Furthermore, since the topic is foreigners, you have way less freedom in terms of career options than a local. You can't just decide to do whatever you want, any job you wanna do needs approval from the gov, in terms of getting a visa.

    • @princecoffee2349
      @princecoffee2349 Місяць тому +9

      @@Cxs1a3
      Why do you need a gun in a society where everyone doesn't have a gun?

  • @Brian-zx2pf
    @Brian-zx2pf 21 день тому +1

    your fits are on point man! sheeeeh 💯

  • @mnhk5307
    @mnhk5307 Місяць тому +4

    각자의 사연과 희망을 갖고 한국을 찾아와주신 모든 외국인분들께서
    꼭 좋은 경험을 하실수 있기를 바랍니다. ❤

  • @user-tu9nn8or6t
    @user-tu9nn8or6t Місяць тому +10

    너무 잘봤습니다! 한국사람으로서 외국인과 친구되고 싶은데 어디서 만나야 할지부터를 모르니~

    • @donlee4105
      @donlee4105 Місяць тому +1

      외국인들이 많이 가는 맥주집들이 꽤잇어요. 그런곳에 가면 친구들 쉽게 사귈수 잇습니다. 외국인들은 나이를 별로 신경안써서 금방친해집니다. 제가 예전에 갓던곳은 서서 마시는곳이엇는데, 1시간이면 친구 한 10명은 사귀는듯요 ㅎ

    • @honnen975
      @honnen975 Місяць тому

      꿀팁 ㄱㅅ

    • @Stevepledge
      @Stevepledge Місяць тому

      Hi,I wanna move to Korea and I'm from Uganda 🇺🇬,can you help me with the invitation?

  • @jungersrules
    @jungersrules Місяць тому +5

    Love your videos! I was born in Korea, grew up in US with Korean parents. Now, I work for a dog rescue that brings dogs from Korea to NY. I was wondering ... I did a search and didn't find anything on your channel about something I just discovered that I believe is still uniquely Asian. That is ... BL shows/movies. I just recently discovered them and I'm hooked, even though as a straight female I am still figuring out why I'm loving all the male-male love stories. I would love you to interview folks and ask them their thoughts on BLs! ❤

    • @iu2
      @iu2 Місяць тому

      What is BL?

  • @rumaizatoyizamusa7845
    @rumaizatoyizamusa7845 Місяць тому +1

    Hello love your channel

  • @Mulania007
    @Mulania007 Місяць тому +3

    I moved to America when I was 11 or 12 too but wow our accents are so different.

  • @Black_Family_In_China
    @Black_Family_In_China 23 дні тому

    Interesting Street Vlog👍

  • @graciousdignity7547
    @graciousdignity7547 Місяць тому +7

    I would like to strongly leave a advice at here, if you want to be getting any benefits while you are legally residing in South Korea, you must respect Korean language and cultural things through enthusiastically trying to do best on learning both essentially important elements,otherwise, I just want you leave here as soon as possible! Most of people who were born in here never do not need any foreigners who are only taking advantage of our benefits even though giving up what I have mentioned above!

  • @hazelmint6671
    @hazelmint6671 Місяць тому +14

    Finally some wholesome people not complaining about every little thing for a trend.
    I would love to visit Korea someday!

    • @kfx3907
      @kfx3907 12 днів тому +1

      Yes, please come. Our country is not a shit hole like what others say. Im so tired and exhausted to see foreigners crying whenever they experienced something different from them and calling "that's a racist!" Kind of stuffs. (Especially Americans).

  • @TNP33
    @TNP33 29 днів тому +2

    Income inequality and high cost of living is also really bad in SK. But agree, SK is waaayyy more safe than the US. I’m proud to be an American 🇺🇸 and been to SK twice and there’s pros and cons to every country. With that said, Korea is a beautiful place to relocate to. But the culture and views on beauty standards, perfection, and money, pride can also be toxic.

  • @villanuevagalvezmarianaden5868
    @villanuevagalvezmarianaden5868 Місяць тому +3

    I'm so interested on doing a Master's degree and stay to work (I'm currently studying my bachelor's in Geological engineering) but I can't decide between Korea or Japan, I'm willing to learn the language first of course, and I have investigated about both countries and the life conditions are very good in both of them, but I can't find information about the work conditions, someone can help me or give me an advice? Thank you so much

  • @user-jl9pm3km1g
    @user-jl9pm3km1g Місяць тому +5

    I don't think that ten years ago most interviewees knew where South Korea was on the map. 🤣

  • @Uvho
    @Uvho 12 днів тому +1

    Im a korean living in Germany. And i agree with the opition of last woman. It works anywhere abroad.

  • @juanarciniegas7915
    @juanarciniegas7915 Місяць тому +3

    Bro please tell me where you shop for your clothes 😩

  • @ianh4964
    @ianh4964 Місяць тому +3

    Any suggestions on which school or university have a best Korean language program? :)

    • @tkd3963
      @tkd3963 Місяць тому +3

      Yonsei university is pretty popular among foreigners.

  • @forevermoa9378
    @forevermoa9378 Місяць тому +2

    Its funny how the lady that tried out Sweden was like “no” cuz it’s understandable. Sweden is great but the gray 8 months of weather is not for everyone. Don’t know if that was the reason, just guessing. So looking forward to summer

    • @pkim07
      @pkim07 Місяць тому

      Isn't Finland worse? I heard the lack of sun and horrible weather were why it used to have a high suicide rate.

  • @cloudgirlart1133
    @cloudgirlart1133 Місяць тому

    If you need anything encouragement pls read the next book!

  • @aya82_
    @aya82_ Місяць тому +2

    Korea is a destination to work and fall in love with because of its dramas, but being yourself by loving your country is the best

  • @Anything_For_Science
    @Anything_For_Science Місяць тому +2

    My friend a Filipino moved to Korea because of higher wage though these days I am earning higher wages than him working from home while still here in Philippines

  • @JazzLadyGD
    @JazzLadyGD Місяць тому +6

    Honestly, I think that most of these people are interested in South Korea, because it is the focused (most talked about) country at the moment. Most of them are not going to admit that they were not thinking about Seoul, South Korea until a good four or so years ago, if that. However, they are going to try to make you believe that this place was always on their radar to visit...until the next country or city that becomes "the popular destination".
    Well, I hope that all is enjoying the city.

    • @tkd3963
      @tkd3963 Місяць тому +6

      Most of what you said is common sense. Forty years ago, most people had never heard of Korea. Popularity attracts people. Korea is very popular now, and as such, people want to visit and experience the country and its culture. But once you experience it, as I have multiple times, you may not want to return to your own country. That's been my experience.

    • @JazzLadyGD
      @JazzLadyGD Місяць тому +2

      @@tkd3963
      I concur with you. However, common sense is not so common these days.
      I am happy that your multiple visits to Korea were wonderful. Have a great day! 🙂

    • @Brodragon2225
      @Brodragon2225 Місяць тому +2

      ​@@tkd3963I think it's mostly popular because talking about is trendy in school in most third world countries like me.Most western women who are white still are not attracted to korea.I see like mostly russian Ukrainian Moldova girls going crazy for Korean man and also some black and Latin girls ofc

    • @tkd3963
      @tkd3963 Місяць тому +2

      @JazzLadyGD Yes, you're right. Common sense is gradually eroding 😌.

    • @tkd3963
      @tkd3963 Місяць тому +3

      @Brodragon2225 Yes, exactly. There's still a lot of xenophobia in the West, and in general, Western women tend to prefer macho-type guys: big, muscular, and with facial hair.
      Also, many Western women haven't been to any Asian countries, so they tend to stereotype Korean men the same way they stereotype most Asian men. And they don't like men who are prettier than they are 😂.

  • @RoyPearsonVue1313
    @RoyPearsonVue1313 День тому

    Shout out to my fellow Minnesotans 🥶💯

  • @casadechris923
    @casadechris923 Місяць тому +5

    It’s really amazed how Korea has evolved since I lived there (1995-2003). Back then u fell into one of three categories: ESL teacher, American soldier or “entertainment visa-Russian and Ukrainian girls”. I have been going back to Seoul every couple of years on short one week holidays over thr years. I ran into people from all over the world doing all kinds of jobs- was amazed they even had a visa to look for work. I remember people getting fired or quit their hagwon jobs and doing a visa run to Japan and if the couldn’t not find job every 90 days they had a visa run to Japan. What I do miss about Korea was their medical care. I would catch something or have a problem and would just go to the local clinic near my house in hongdae and it was cheap for meds or whatever medication I needed could get in Jongro over the counter whereas in USA they want me to visit a doctor and pay copay with my insurance but if u don’t have insurance your doomed. Unfortunately I see alot of people r going to Korea cause of the k pop influence.

  • @gabriellatirado9032
    @gabriellatirado9032 Місяць тому +7

    omggggg MINNESOTA GANGGG

  • @Sanismom
    @Sanismom Місяць тому +1

    😊😊😊😊

  • @Kpoplover1990
    @Kpoplover1990 Місяць тому +16

    I am visiting South Korea in 2 days and staying for 2 weeks and I'm so excited! With the crime that we have in the US, it makes me scared to go out sometimes. I hear how safe South Korea is compared to the US and maybe someday I will want to move there. But right now when I only have my associates degree and don't know much Korean, I want to wait. I want to see how my trip goes first. I'm traveling alone which means my anxiety will probably kick in but also my freedom to do whatever I want to do without anyone dragging me down.

    • @hazelmint6671
      @hazelmint6671 Місяць тому +1

      Goodluck on your journey! Stay safe.

    • @tkd3963
      @tkd3963 Місяць тому

      I hope you did some research. Google Maps doesn't work in Korea. Get Naver Map or Kakao Map and Kakao T for taxis. If you need help, just ask the locals. Most people will gladly help you, and if some don't, don't be discouraged; they're just shy about speaking to foreigners due to the language barrier. I hope you have a great time in Korea. I sure did in 2023 and will go back next year.

    • @user-dr8od1dv3r
      @user-dr8od1dv3r Місяць тому +2

      Welcome to Korea ❤ We Koreans wish you happy all the travel time.

    • @peterk6431
      @peterk6431 Місяць тому +3

      After your trip if you like Korea. You can apply as an English teacher. They will pay for rent and you'll get a decent pay enough for you to do some traveling. Quick trips to Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.

    • @Kpoplover1990
      @Kpoplover1990 Місяць тому +1

      @@peterk6431 I’ve thought about it but you have to have a bachelor’s degree. I only have an associates degree

  • @arestlessleo
    @arestlessleo 29 днів тому +1

    I am not interested in moving to Korea, but would like to move abroad so these videos help me think through what I should consider. Great job!🎉

  • @nueat6
    @nueat6 Місяць тому +10

    people that move to korea because their love for kdrama or kpop is funny af.

    • @skimi30
      @skimi30 20 днів тому +2

      like everyone in this video lol

  • @annerodden311
    @annerodden311 Місяць тому +2

    If it weren't for my age and my dogs, think I would definitely visit Korea and see how it feels.

    • @lilmamagc
      @lilmamagc Місяць тому +1

      YOU CAN STILL GO

  • @BLACKSTA361
    @BLACKSTA361 Місяць тому

    So whats up with south korea and all the noise about the 4b movement ive been hearing recently. Any comments?

    • @lilmamagc
      @lilmamagc Місяць тому +1

      just an alternative lifestyle I guess

  • @morganfreedom988
    @morganfreedom988 Місяць тому +3

    조나단 방송에서 봤습니다 ㅋ 개그감도 있던데? ㅋ

  • @foxy_k9
    @foxy_k9 12 днів тому

    Армина 🥰0:54 Кто тут после её рилса?))

  • @user-hg8hy1kx4g
    @user-hg8hy1kx4g Місяць тому

    it's definitely my first time to hear that koreans are hospitable cause ive never felt that although iam korean

    • @ori5581
      @ori5581 11 днів тому +1

      ㅋㅋ한국어로 써볼래 사칭인지 검증해보자 요즘 사칭이 너무많아서

  • @eekay3646
    @eekay3646 Місяць тому +20

    S Korea's cost of living, socioeconomic system is not that different from the US'. Korean natives still complain about income inequality, the high cost of living, etc. just like Americans. It's not like going to some beautiful Central or South American country where you can live on some beachfront apartment for dirt cheap.

    • @peterk6431
      @peterk6431 Місяць тому +5

      Yeah cost of living in third world countries in Central or South America is cheap although costs are rising. Those countries don't have the infrastructure, efficiency , jobs and have HIGH crime rates. Why do you think there are so many illegal immigrants from latin American countries to US?

    • @screambeyond
      @screambeyond Місяць тому +2

      You are talking like some American that goes with much money to enjoy the cheaper prices of South America, while SouthAmericans have very little income to even enjoy what you call "cheap". But at the same time it is true that people who say the inequality issues and so on are better in Korea or other countries, are a bit out of reality. I mean, they live as foreigners who don't know what's going on with the society of those countries, so they feel some "fresh air" not because there are not issues in those countries, but because they ignore them.

    • @mystictraveler8642
      @mystictraveler8642 Місяць тому

      There is more to just cost. Its the culture and people that goes unmnetioned. You can feel this energy when you get there. You are treated like human beings. Westerners change from being in a much more safe, respectable and understanding environment.

    • @eekay3646
      @eekay3646 Місяць тому

      @@mystictraveler8642 But if you can't fluently speak Korean, then you will not survive there. You cannot get employment. It's not like going to some European country like Denmark or Amsterdam, where a lot of people speak English, and you could probably get by. In Korea and Japan, if you can't speak the native country, you do not belong there.

    • @Asantilu
      @Asantilu Місяць тому +2

      @@peterk6431 I guess you have never lived in any of those countries, I have. Your comment is full of stereotypes.

  • @sonder8809
    @sonder8809 14 днів тому

    what's the turkey blonde girl @

  • @soyeopjeung2853
    @soyeopjeung2853 Місяць тому +1

    Korea is not proper for those who seek korean dream. While those from English-speaking countries can easily get an English teaching job either in a private academy or a public school with free-housing benefit, The wage has been fixed for around 20 years at 1500USD. Also, It's a very closed country for the foreign labor forces(Although there are firms that started hiring more outstanding foreign employees such as Coupang).

  • @solovesu
    @solovesu 20 днів тому

    Does anyone know where it is??

  • @Elize2085
    @Elize2085 19 днів тому

    I would like to read comments of Korean people here what do they think about foreigners in Korea. I studied in Seoul for 4 months and it was a struggle. People stare at you because you look different and now I'm just curious if they did it because of hate or not 😅😂 I'm a tall white girl by the way

    • @ori5581
      @ori5581 11 днів тому +1

      쳐다볼 순 있어도 대부분은 아무런 생각이 없습니다(말그대로 그냥 쳐다본거임)
      사실 본인들 살기 바빠서 별로 외국인에게 관심이 없어요.. 싫어하지도 않고 친절하게 웃어주지도 않음.

  • @user-ok2zb3pf7f
    @user-ok2zb3pf7f 25 днів тому

    I want to go to Korea❤

  • @KippinCollars
    @KippinCollars Місяць тому +1

    The girl from Illinois is the first person on this channel to out-dress Jerry.

  • @marcus3374
    @marcus3374 Місяць тому +14

    Most are american, cant blame them for leaving

    • @danix4883
      @danix4883 Місяць тому +2

      Most are just obsessed with K-pop and kdramas and think they’ll find a rich ceo or kpop idol to marry

  • @honnen975
    @honnen975 Місяць тому +1

    한국어를 못 해도 한국어를 시도하려는 외국인들을 보면 호감이에요

  • @nuke1432
    @nuke1432 Місяць тому +1

    한국은 젊고 유능한 외국인이 필요한 나라가 되어가고 있어요. 대기업에도 한국어를 완벽하게 구사하지 않아도 다니는 사람들이 점점 더 눈에 뜁니다. 도전해 보십시오😀

    • @lillith66662
      @lillith66662 6 днів тому

      대기업에선 한국어를 완벽하게 해야지. 너 한국인 아니지?

  • @user-bz1zn3ds3j
    @user-bz1zn3ds3j Місяць тому +1

    And we (Russian, Kazakh, Uzbek guys) eat to earn money in Korea and leave there, because we don't want to live there, it's better at home or in China, Japan

  • @Cxs1a3
    @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +5

    3:31 America has loads of opportunities for WHITE people, for sports & entertainment industries, white and black people. But if you're Asian and you're not into STEM, it can be very suffocating. That's why I actually think for Asians, Asia even though it's a stricter society on paper, will give you more freedom to be who you wanna be.

    • @tkd3963
      @tkd3963 Місяць тому +9

      I agree. There's a glass ceiling for Asians in America, and we also get treated like second-class citizens. Singers like Ailee had to go to Korea to get recognized and become famous. Also Jay Park and John Park wouldn't have gotten the same recognition in America because the American music industry is not very open to Asians.

  • @Blu-Man
    @Blu-Man Місяць тому

    Hopefully south Korea safe 4 American people compared to kim Jong area

  • @monero892
    @monero892 Місяць тому +8

    to find their oppars

  • @lexieliu5339
    @lexieliu5339 Місяць тому

    @0:25 I thought that was the rapper YG at first.

  • @underneaththestars2601
    @underneaththestars2601 Місяць тому +6

    You have to adopt to Korean culture and learn the language. The world does not revolve around you.

  • @zione0437
    @zione0437 Місяць тому +3

    could u do this to south east asian ppl? cuz they have very opposite opinions living in korea. some are really nice some are really bad

    • @sara.cbc92
      @sara.cbc92 Місяць тому +1

      Hope to see more South East Asian men marry Korean women and have mixed offspring to populate Korea.

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +1

      Even with all the imperfections, it's still way better than South Asia for them, generally speaking. And it's not cuz it's amazing, it's cuz their own countries are a disaster.

    • @ori5581
      @ori5581 11 днів тому +1

      불법체류를 그만해...그래서 동남아에 대한 인식이 매우 안좋아진거야..

  • @user-dz3yi3ih6g
    @user-dz3yi3ih6g Місяць тому

    We, Koreans should be open to foreigners, we need desperately immigrants

    • @lillith66662
      @lillith66662 6 днів тому

      우리가 아니고 '너'의 생각이지. 반대하는 사람들도 있으니까

  • @nativestrong7253
    @nativestrong7253 11 днів тому +1

    Leave that country alone. Check your entitlement to infiltrate other unique cultures.

  • @EjnrTV
    @EjnrTV Місяць тому

    Is this Northside or Southside of Korea ?

  • @Therizinosaurus
    @Therizinosaurus Місяць тому

    Sweet, I'd rather see foreign female in Asia

  • @Sherrygem.
    @Sherrygem. Місяць тому +12

    Jesus christ loves you all ❤✝️🤗

  • @Broken_Guy
    @Broken_Guy Місяць тому +2

    Bro next time ask some korean girls if they would date Turkish guys. I ask for a friend 😉❤️

  • @ibrahimsuper7625
    @ibrahimsuper7625 Місяць тому

    Every thing was normal until I heard married with a dog

  • @TDK2K
    @TDK2K 22 дні тому

    Many average Koreans would love to move away to America. Grass is always greener on the other side.

    • @truthfirst5436
      @truthfirst5436 13 днів тому

      Not really. I am Korean, are you and I think I know my people better then you. Of course, it was like these 40 or 50 years ago but not today. Yes, there will always be some who want to move to other countries, but it is not as "many" as you think.

  • @tobiaslawrence8928
    @tobiaslawrence8928 Місяць тому +4

    Who's the blonde girl

    • @Lostboyyo
      @Lostboyyo Місяць тому +17

      Not your girl.

    • @sososo01
      @sososo01 Місяць тому +1

      ​@@Lostboyyo ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

  • @sab0024
    @sab0024 Місяць тому +4

    My wife was in Japan and Korea little over a week ago and she said she had a better experience in Japan instead of Korea. She said Korean ppl little more mean to foreigners

    • @peterk6431
      @peterk6431 Місяць тому +4

      Everyone has their preference but Japanese are super friendly to your face because they practice tatemae. Koreans are more straight forward.

  • @sara.cbc92
    @sara.cbc92 Місяць тому +2

    To experience immense suffering

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +2

      Sufferring and enjoyment are often very subjective and dependent on the individual.

  • @Xyy2387
    @Xyy2387 Місяць тому +3

    Really refreshing to see visitors not bitch and complain about every little micro cultural difference for once.

  • @x.soufriere
    @x.soufriere Місяць тому +1

    First

  • @happystation3228
    @happystation3228 Місяць тому

    All lies

  • @screambeyond
    @screambeyond Місяць тому +12

    All people I know who went to live to Korea was because of K-dramas, K-pop or "medical" aesthetics. That's it. The same happened with Japan before, most westerners who went (and go) there was because of Anime, manga, the toy-ish thing or silly cute girls. I don't know that much about Korea (I'm much more into Japanese culture), but honestly I find it terribly heartbreaking to see the massive amount of people who go to these Asian countries due to such "reasons", while massively ignoring the actual and immense culture of those countries. And those two countries are destroying themselves too because of selling those shallow things and creating that image of themselves, ripping apart their actual massive culture.

    • @NamekSaiyan
      @NamekSaiyan Місяць тому

      Women are easily marketed towards and manipulated through media. Women buy more than men that's just a fact.

    • @hazelmint6671
      @hazelmint6671 Місяць тому +6

      ​@user-dk9xr4ry3wI agree. It's the fans fault to think fiction is real, and take such a big step with that allusion.

    • @KKrusher
      @KKrusher Місяць тому +14

      Everyone I know moved to Korea because cost of living is manageable, great food, streets are super safe and everything is convenient. No one moves solely for kdramas/kpop/plastic surgery. Get real. Those are just added perks or hobbies.

    • @Bj32550
      @Bj32550 Місяць тому +3

      calm down. you said you don't know much about Korea, but managed to write a long line of nonsense without actually knowing anything about Korea. "those two countries are destroying themselves b/c of selling those shallow things" LOL. There are a lot of Bibles and religious books sold in Korea, so Korea is also selling something "deep". Haha. People do not necessarily have to have a noble reason to visit a foreign country and the destination country doesn't have to be perfect. You can experience good or bad while traveling abroad, and having a bad experience can also help you in your life. The US makes and sells a lot of superficial "shallow" things and is destroying themselves with gun violence, but I still like living in NYC. When I am done with the city, I'm going to move to another country for another experience.

    • @screambeyond
      @screambeyond Місяць тому +2

      @@Bj32550 Americans always saying "calm down" when someone points out their massive issues 😂

  • @MMOfreakOUT1
    @MMOfreakOUT1 Місяць тому +19

    Girls:
    "I didn't have the opportunities in America that I have here."
    "I feel more welcome here."
    "I wanted to work abroad"
    Reality:
    I saw K-pop and K-drama and now I want a K-prince.

    • @kimckawa
      @kimckawa Місяць тому +18

      At least they have dreams and passion to pursue them. Unlike you in mom basement passing snarky judgement 😂

    • @ksk5517
      @ksk5517 Місяць тому +16

      For some, Kpop and Kdrama may have kick-started their journey to Korea, which is nothing wrong with that, but then they realize Korea offered so much more.

    • @MMOfreakOUT1
      @MMOfreakOUT1 Місяць тому +3

      I like how these comments are just hating on me. What is wrong with it? You know it's the truth. K-pop and K-drama "kickstarting the journey" come on.. really? Be real... Korea is not exactly known for its great living standards.
      And even if it did "kickstart the journey" they still went there for K-pop and K-drama. But issue is that many of you end up not getting many - if any - friends there. The reason being that you don't care for their culture. You care about K-pop and K-drama which Koreans don't like.
      Oh well, you'll find out yourself.

    • @hazelmint6671
      @hazelmint6671 Місяць тому +2

      I see nonsense and generalising.

    • @thesunsetshere
      @thesunsetshere Місяць тому

      Are you from Korea? If so, what is the one thing you'd like foreigners to know?
      If not, please disregard. I am genuinely curious.

  • @LM-ib5us
    @LM-ib5us Місяць тому +3

    Laffs at the girl who came to Korea for BTS. Was she hoping to get something from them? Kind of a weird reason to move.

  • @SylvesrerSam
    @SylvesrerSam Місяць тому +11

    People leave Korea in a month
    No jobs

    • @eekay3646
      @eekay3646 Місяць тому +12

      +1, unless you can competently speak Korean there, you're not going to make it. No one is going to give you a job.

    • @ecs1e
      @ecs1e Місяць тому +15

      @@eekay3646 To be fair, that's like going to America and expecting to get hired without speaking English. If you do that, the fault is on you, not the country.

    • @eekay3646
      @eekay3646 Місяць тому +6

      @@ecs1e I agree.

  • @user-rs6nd2tf2j
    @user-rs6nd2tf2j Місяць тому

    굳이 한국에??? 한국은 미래가 없는 나라입니다 부디 더 선진국으로 가서 꿈을 키우세요

    • @pedro34543
      @pedro34543 22 дні тому

      you don't know what it's like to live in a bad country

  • @luc_theriault
    @luc_theriault Місяць тому +4

    that dog girl was annoying smh

    • @patrice942
      @patrice942 Місяць тому +4

      She was logical, interesting, and had some good advice. She kept my interest. Anyone who verbalizes their love for family and their pet is allright in my book.

    • @user-jl9pm3km1g
      @user-jl9pm3km1g Місяць тому

      @@patrice942 not everyone comes with big expectations, we all know every country has good and bad she didn´t say anything new.
      I´m astonished the comments ,saying beautiful advice .

  • @evermoore66665
    @evermoore66665 Місяць тому +9

    It’s better life in Korea than anywhere else in the world. It seems everybody falls in love with Korea. And also South Korea is the happiest country in the world

    • @jdog5589
      @jdog5589 Місяць тому +22

      South Korea is ranked #57 on the World Happiness Report. South Korea has also a relatively high suicide rate compared to other countries.

    • @jentledc
      @jentledc Місяць тому +21

      South Korea is definitely not the happiest country in the world, do your research before posting a comment like this

    • @bmsnow
      @bmsnow Місяць тому +11

      this is sarcasm right?

    • @StyleswithCourtney
      @StyleswithCourtney Місяць тому +3

      There are no jobs in korea

    • @ZuLiAnO_FaRhAn
      @ZuLiAnO_FaRhAn Місяць тому +4

      😅🤣😂😂😂😂

  • @Skitz221
    @Skitz221 Місяць тому +4

    Because they want that cringe K drama romance lmao

  • @LisaCutie409
    @LisaCutie409 Місяць тому +3

    Too boring and no jobs

    • @justlim622
      @justlim622 Місяць тому +15

      thank goodness you left

    • @KKrusher
      @KKrusher Місяць тому +5

      But here you are watching vlogs about Korea for some odd reason

  • @Shopbestdeals
    @Shopbestdeals 12 днів тому

    I’m confused….I thought North Korea was one country and South Korea was another? Lo😢😂

  • @mydogisbailey
    @mydogisbailey Місяць тому +1

    Korean society has some extremely unhealthy values. Be careful not to get brainwashed

  • @rkdo9554
    @rkdo9554 Місяць тому +2

    Going to a place for a group of singers (?) who can't hold a note and relies on autotunes most of the times? Wow. Life must be really pretty sad back home.

    • @Cxs1a3
      @Cxs1a3 Місяць тому +1

      Entertainment industries globally are not about skill or talent, it's about entertainment, fundamentally.