Shamans, the practitioners of an ancient belief system, are often disparaged in South Korea. But they also hold a special place in the country’s culture.

SEOUL: Travellers flying out of Incheon Airport may want to double-check baggage regulations before packing their favourite ...

Elder Won Yong Ko, an emeritus general authority, died at age 79. After being baptized as a teenager, Elder Ko helped build ...

The festivities extended to space, with Chinese astronauts sending greetings from a space station. Read more at ...

With cherry blossom season approaching, here is the 2025 guide to when and where to see the cherry blossoms in South Korea.

BEIJING: Hundreds of millions of people across Asia celebrate the Lunar New Year with their families on Wednesday (Jan 29), ...

Founded by beloved South Korean actor, film producer, and philanthropist Shin Young-kyun, Hotel28 Myeongdong offers a unique ...

TSUSHIMA, Nagasaki (Japan): A former chief priest of a temple in Tsushima, Nagasaki Prefecture, from which a Buddha statue was stolen and taken to South Korea, said he was “relieved” about ...

The Asian country is alive with vibrant cities like Seoul and Busan, as well as breathtaking natural scenery in spots like Jeju Island, the most beautiful island in South Korea. For many travelers ...

Sekko Tanaka worships the Buddha statue, which was stolen from Kannonji temple in Japan, at Buseoksa Temple in South Korea on Jan. 24. The Yomiuri Shimbun 2:00 JST, February 1, 2025 TSUSHIMA, Nagasaki ...