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Outdoor activities in Korea? Oh, where do I start... Well, you know, with Korea being super mountainous and all, and being a peninsula surrounded by seas, you won't run out of things to do here.

But let's start off with hiking. It's really been catching on lately. And hey, some even set up camp for a night or two in the mountains.

Then there's surfing. It wasn't really big back in the day, but thanks to social media, more and more people are grabbing their boards to catch some waves.

And that's just the start. There are tons of other stuff like tennis, soccer, golf. You name it. I'll tell you the details later.

So, for Korean New Year's Day, my family and I went to Jeju Island. You know, it's a really popular spot in Korea with tons of stuff to do.

This trip was totally memorable because, man, the island was stunning. The ocean views were mesmerizing and there were just so many good places to eat.

But the best part? This black pork restaurant we found on Hamdeok Beach. The pork was so tasty, I couldn't help but have three servings! Just thinking about it now makes me hungry all over again.

All in all, it was an awesome experience at a must-visit spot in Korea. You've gotta check it out!

Korea and Japan share a very long and complex history, filled with both conflict and cooperation.

Their relationship has had its ups and downs, and while there have been tensions, there have also been efforts to move forward.

In the early 1900s, Japan colonized Korea for 36 years.

One of the key events during that time was the signing of the Eulsa Treaty, which was an unfair agreement that Japan forced Korea to accept.

As a result of this colonization, Koreans suffered through conscription, forced labor, and the tragic issue of comfort women.

Naturally, these events created deep-rooted resentment toward Japan among many Koreans.

However, in more recent years, both countries have made efforts to improve their relationship.

For instance, South Korea and Japan co-hosted the World Cup in 2002, which symbolized a major step toward reconciliation.

This event showed that the two nations could cooperate on an international stage, even if just symbolically.

Since then, both countries have become popular tourist destinations for one another, allowing for more cultural exchange and mutual understanding.

So as you can see, the relationship between Korea and Japan has improved compared to the past.

That said, it doesn't mean they are the closest of allies.

There are still historical and political issues that need to be addressed, and there is definitely room for further improvement.

I would like to talk about South Korea’s relationship with North Korea.

As you may know, Korea is the only country in the world that remains divided into two separate nations.

Let me briefly explain how this situation came to be.

On June 25th, 1950, North Korea invaded South Korea without any declaration of war.

This marked the beginning of the Korean War, which lasted for more than three years and resulted in a large number of casualties, including both soldiers and civilians.

The important thing to note is that the war never technically ended.

The agreement signed between the two Koreas was not a peace treaty but a ceasefire agreement.

This means that, from a legal standpoint, the two countries are still at war and could potentially resume conflict at any time.

Because of this ongoing tension, all South Korean males are required to serve in the military for at least 18 months.

The situation is even more demanding for North Korean men, although details are harder to confirm.

Another interesting point is that, due to the presence of the Demilitarized Zone to the north, South Korea is technically considered an island.

It is surrounded by water on three sides and completely blocked by the DMZ in the north, making land travel to other countries virtually impossible.

So, as you can see, the impact of the war is still very real today, and it continues to shape the lives of people on both sides of the border.