Culture
Information related to the North Korean culture and culture in North Korea
State media review: North Korea warns of ‘highest risk of confrontation’ in 2024
An in-depth analysis of commentary on ROK, Kim Jong Un’s first activity in new year, Xi Jinping’s letter and more
January 4, 2024
North Korea scheduled to host Japan women’s soccer team for Olympic qualifier
DPRK has not confirmed game will go ahead, but it could be first time foreign athletes enter the country since pandemic
January 2, 2024
Don’t visit North Korean restaurants in China, South Korean Embassy warns
Mission says DPRK businesses have ‘forcibly expelled’ ROK nationals, cites risk of ‘friction’ as tensions worsen
January 2, 2024
Ask a North Korean: Do North Koreans get tattoos?
Ink is common among older generations, but usually as a way to show loyalty rather than as a form of self-expression
Why South Korea has backed down from plans to ease ban on North Korean media
Experts say restrictions are ‘outdated’ and counter to online freedom, but likely to persist under Yoon administration
January 1, 2024
How North Korea’s New Year messages use history and hardships to prop up regime
Kim Jong Un’s speeches refer to past triumphs to inspire people to persevere, but face growing skepticism from young
December 29, 2023
North Korea touts new ice skating rink in Pyongyang in push to provide amenities
Expert says temporary rink is way for regime to keep ‘core constituency’ happy, while those in other areas go without
December 29, 2023
State media review: North Korea revs up steel production amid construction push
An in-depth analysis of upgrades to biggest steel mill, parliament plans, ‘drunken goblin’ Yoon Suk-yeol and more
December 28, 2023
3 parades, 44 missiles, 64 flights: Numbers tell the story of North Korea’s 2023
Data sheds light on the year’s biggest developments, from leader appearances and wig trade to delegation visits and more
December 27, 2023
South Korean city rekindles border Christmas lights that angered North Korea
Gimpo turns on holiday display for first time since DPRK called Christmas tree a ‘declaration of war’ nine years ago
December 25, 2023
