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Hey there and welcome! You’re here because you know someone who is completely #obsessed with Japan. This blog post will give you gift ideas from Japan, Japanese gifts for her, Japanese gifts for him, gifts for Japan lovers. There’s something in this post for everyone including traditional Japanese gifts andcool stuff to get from Japan. […] Read more…
Wondering how to study Korean language? When I lived in Korea, I seriously studied the Korean language for two years by taking KIIP courses, using online resources and books. Some of them have been excellent (like 90 Day Korean because they have a FREE Korean alphabet cheat sheet) and others… Well, they leave much to […] Read more…
Alas, the holiday of love. How is Valentine’s Day in South Korea celebrated? What do Koreans even do and why? Valentine’s Day is celebrated a bit differently in Korea as compared to the rest of the world. If you’re wondering how to spend a Korean Valentine’s Day, then this blog post is for you. You’ll […] Read more…
Decided to travel to Korea? Looking for some South Korea travel tips or some solid South Korea travel advice? I lived in South Korea for five and a half years, speak the language, and worked in Korean society. Honestly, I would consider myself an expert on traveling South Korea. I know my way around like a […] Read more…
Hey guys, this is your friendly internet big sister, Gina Bear reporting to you for duty. I lived abroad in both Japan and South Korea for almost a decade. After being in Asia so long I began to think… What are some things no one tells you about Korea? What are some things I wish […] Read more…
If you’re looking for your Korean Mr. Right, you’ve come to the right place. This blog post is going to deep dive into dating in Korea. If you’re wondering about the very really dating experience, I have lots of knowledge to share from my own Korean boyfriends and experiences from friends. Some Korean guys I met are more […] Read more…
If you’ve ever thought about teaching abroad, you might wonder about the things no one tells you about teaching English in Korea? Korea is one of the best countries in Asia to teach English and I highly recommend coming here to anyone considering to move abroad. If you’re thinking about moving to Korea, I have […] Read more…
I’m a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world. Life in plastic, it’s fantastic. Everyone knows this song and ever since the Barbie Movie came out, we all wanna be like the iconic doll. She has everything. Barbie has planes, luxury cars, dream homes, designer clothes, and boyfriends. Who wouldn’t want to be Barbie? Now you […] Read more…
Planning a trip to Texas and looking for the most Instagrammable spots in Austin? I’ve got you, bestie! Having lived in Austin for a year, I biked around a lot and really got to know the city by foot. If you’re planning a trip to Austin, then this guide will give you a lot of […] Read more…
Wondering where to go ice skating in Seoul? Look no further, chingu! Gina Bear has got you covered on where to find the best ice skating rink in Seoul. One of the best parts about winter in Korea is all the fun events in Seoul. In the city, you’ll find beautiful Christmas illuminations, beautifully decorated […] Read more…
Tis the season to be jolly asf or stressed asf. I personally love Christmas. There’s just something about the holidays that brings out the best in people. Something about the gently falling snow, Christmas lights, and sparkly sequin dresses truly make the season bright. Instagram is definitely made for the holiday spirit so I’ve rounded […] Read more…
This is my first Halloween in Austin, Texas and I could not be more excited! Now that I’ve finally moved I’m looking forward to celebrating Austin Halloween 2025! I was pleasantly excited to find there are so many Halloween things to do in Austin, I couldn’t wait to write this post. The city is full […] Read more…
