Author Archives: Jaeeun Lee

In some ways, my trip to Jeju-do was an unexpected plan that I added to my itinerary after visiting the Zainichi Exhibition in Seoul, Korea. It was through that visit that I learned of the impact that Zainichi Koreans left … Continue reading →

Albeit, Busan isn’t as deeply involved in Zainichi Korean history. However, after understanding the significance of Japanese colonial rule of Korea within Korean history, I thought it would be important to visit Busan to further investigate how biases can show … Continue reading →

This is the week that caught me by the greatest surprise. When considering how Korean institutions convey the history of Japanese colonization and Zainichi Koreans, there are clear differences from American Institutions. This is undoubtedly inevitable as Korea is bound … Continue reading →

One thing that I found unique to Korea was the presence of outdoor markets, which are not something you frequently see in the United States. In some ways, it carries on the theme from the prior week of “a mix … Continue reading →

If I were to choose one phrase to describe my experience this week, I think “a mix of past and present” would perfectly encapsulate my experience. The ways in which Seoul encompasses both the traditional and modern aspects of its … Continue reading →

My first week in Korea focused on visiting and exploring the museums in the Jongno District, which is not only the center of Seoul but also a symbol of Korea’s history and culture. Throughout this week, I visited a variety … Continue reading →