The roads in South Africa

These are photos of the road I commuted on and the parking lot at my workplace in Johannesburg during a business trip to South Africa in the spring of 2013. It appeared more relaxed than Seoul because there were fewer people and the buildings were not as densely concentrated. However, it was regrettable to hear…

Accommodation in South Africa

This is a guesthouse where I stayed during a business trip to South Africa in the spring of 2013. It seemed to be a private residence that was leased and operated as a guesthouse. It provided a single room, Korean-style breakfast and dinner, cleaning, and laundry services, as well as car transportation for my commute.…

Guksabong Walking Trail

When I was living in Boramae-dong, Seoul, in 2018, I often went for a walk on the nearby Guksabong Peak. This is the trail I used to walk on. 2018년 서울 보라매동에서 살고 있을 때, 근처에 국사봉이 있어서 자주 산책을 갔습니다. 그 때 걷던 산책로입니다.

A view in Gaepo-dong

This is a view of a Jugong apartment and its surroundings in Gaepo-dong, Seoul, in April 2015. 2015년 4월 서울 개포동의 한 주공아파트와 그 주변의 모습입니다.

A view through a window from my room

This is the view from the window of my room when I was living in Sillim-dong, Seoul, in 2012 and 2013. 2012년과 2013년에 서울 신림동에서 살고 있을때, 나의 방에서 창문 밖을 바라본 풍경입니다.

Old boy

“Oldboy” (2003). This movie is a well-made thriller. It’s a pioneer in K-movies. When I first saw it, it was very impressive and fun. The second time I saw it, I hated a few things. immoral story line, the attitude of toying with people, the tragedy of an innocent family. The meaning is unclear, but…

Deep-rooted Tree

“Deep-rooted Tree” (2011). King Sejong The Great of the Joseon Dynasty invented Hangeul, a Korean character. All innovations, as usual, come with resistance. Nobles and bureaucrats who used Chinese characters opposed and interfered with the creation of Hangeul. This drama is an action thriller based on this historical fact. I enjoyed watching it. “뿌리깊은 나무”…