I went to South Korea 🇰🇷 (and learned about life in Seoul)

What's life like in South Korea? It is literally the most unique country I’ve visited recently. I’ll take you around Seoul, talk to a local Korean girl about her life there, and answer questions about life in Korea that I got from my subscribers.
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00:00 Intro
00:39 Money in South Korea
01:16 Cost of living in Seoul (foods, groceries)
03:59 Getting to the Q&A location
05:03 Question: Isn't it super expensive in Korea compared to other countries I visited?
05:58 Question: What's your favorite Korean food?
06:23 Question: Do people in Korea speak English?
07:16 Question: Would you like to live long term in South Korea?
08:04 Question: Are people there aware of Russia's war with Ukraine?
09:08 Question: Biggest culture differences in Korea?
10:02 Vibing
10:57 Sending postcards
12:09 Meeting my subscriber
12:56 Frances tells us about renting apartments in Korea
14:10 Frances tells about safety in Korea vs. USA

[@NikiProshin]

Thank you for all nice words, people 🙏 Next vlog should be from Shanghai, China! ps. such vlogs get less views on my channel, so if you enjoy watching them please don't forget to like each one of them :)

[@user-kf8xv6lu6c]

3:45 In Korea, 10L soju is used as fermented liquor. To put the fruit called plum, which comes out every June, you have to put soju in a large container. You can make very sour and sweet fruit wine. In addition, ginseng, raspberries, and various root vegetables will be added to soju.

[@d.c.8278]

How much did you pay to rent the picnic mat? You can buy them at any Daiso for 3,000 to 5,000 won.

[@Streleny]

Radio.,garden

[@TheVAMPIREMARIUS69]

I love Seoul, best food combinations! People are so kind and helpful.

[@gunnerbakke5020]

I love Seoul. Being sent there for work is a blessing.

[@kimberleypex]

Hoi Niki ! Thanks for this nice video. South Korea 🇰🇷 is a very artistic modern and beautiful place. Also kind people. Greets 🇳🇱👩🏽

[@NikiProshin]

Thank you Kimberley!

[@ChrisKrolak]

I used to like this channel. Now, I love it. I'll never go to these places that Niki visits but it's like being there the way he presents it. Well produced also.

[@NikiProshin]

Thank you so much ❤

[@michaelglazer6846]

​@Niki Proshin how many fillings do you have?

[@adairjanney7109]

Ive always wanted to live in South Korea great people

[@booroque4138]

I lived in South Korea for 3 years hope you enjoyed yourself,it’s a great country

[@marymachado3732]

So glad to see a very busy happy place, thanks for a super great video, stay healthy and safe

[@sisubkim960]

니키가 한국에 두 달이나 와있었다니 놀랍네요. 요즘 여기 날씨 굉장히 좋은데 한국에서 즐거운 시간 보내셨길 바라고 앞으로도 재미있는 영상 많이 올려주세요.❤️

[@murraymorton3085]

I was in South Korea in 1976 the whole Country since has morphed into a completely modern society. Would like to visit again.

[@user-vd2ro5hb5v]

1976 was when I was a schoolboy^^. It was a tough time, but there was a really dynamic force. It's become a free, more democratic, more beautiful place. I hope you come back and make new memories!

[@lynfl9814]

So, interesting. You do such a great job of highlighting a country or area you are visiting. The young S. Korean women was a great addition to this video, as well. It is so sad for what the US has become. When I was young (age 70 now), our doors were never locked. We did live in a suburb, an outside area of a city; it was very safe. As kids, we rode our bikes for miles, our parents were not worried about us being kidnapped or hurt by anyone. Today in the US, that has drastically changed. Everyone locks their doors and many have security systems answering the door and security all around their home with camera surveillance. It breaks my heart for what my country, the US, has become. Gun violence is an incredible problem; yet, the gun industry, the NRA and a small segment of our population keep deadly guns in our society.

[@hansmeisinger]

I'm German and spent some time in the US about 30 years ago. I agree, things have changed, and public safety is one of them. I also remember back then that politics was not a s smalltalk topic at all, whereas now I feel like being immediately scanned which side I'm on. It's a divided country. But there still are so many things we can take a leaf out of - first of all the openness and entrepreneurial spirit I'm missing here. It would be so interesting to see Niki's unbiased and unprejudiced view of the country!

[@yubee77]

Dental treatment in US without insurance is around $500-1000 or more depends on what you do, my sister had to have 2 implants and she did not have insurance. Let's just say round trip to Korea air ticket plus total implant price for 2 tooth were still cheaper in Korea than US without insurance, including her stay in Korea for a year. US is medical hell. oh and glad Niki enjoy his stay in my home country, I want to go too lol

[@lorisheheen2198]

Niki thank you for interesting perspective on living in South Korea. I found it very informative. It was nice of your friend Francis to also share with us about what it's like living there. Makes learning about South Korea more interesting because she actually lives there. Great video as always! Looking forward to hearing about what Hong Kong is like as well! Take care, stay safe. 😊❤

[@NikiProshin]

Thank you Lori! I've filmed a bit in Shanghai and in Hong Kong, must be interesting too!

[@lorisheheen2198]

@NikiProshin I Love ALL of your video's! You never disappoint. Always very interesting and informative. I watch to learn. You've taught me so much! You are very talented, and very intelligent. I sincerely appreciate you and all your hard work. 😊❤️

[@sunshineabc9437]

Hi Niki… from Pennsylvania… this is very interesting content. Beautiful South Korea…. Stay Safe and please keep sharing your experiences ✈️✈️

[@EdjieboaNova]

Love South Korea! Thank you Niki. Glad you had fun 🌻 Love from Dallas, Texas

[@kirseitis]

I love, that you include local people or people you meet in your travels like this.

[@abodabalo]

Random remark: I just discovered South Korean instant soups, which can be bought in Germany. Love them!

[@chezmanya]

Niki, two root canals in the United States would cost you over $3000 cash. You got a bargain in South Korea! I’m sure they did excellent work too. If your teeth would need a crown after the root canal, those would be $1500 apiece approximately -ouch! no wonder many people in the US are reluctant to go to the dentist. They simply can’t afford it -even people with dental insurance end up paying 50% of those costs plus their insurance premium. Not a deal. thank you for showing us around Seoul. South Korea looks like a great place to visit. I would go crazy over the food! But like Japan, I feel that the society puts a lot of pressure on the young people, and for that reason, it would be difficult to live there, long-term. I do envy them for their safe streets. The United States has become so scary these days, I hardly recognize my own country. It was never that way when I was a child. We used to leave our doors unlocked, and the neighborhood moms would keep an eye out for all the kids. Those were happier days, it seemed.

[@johnusavage3051]

I resided in S. Korea for a couple of years and your assessment is fairly accurate for being there for such a short period.

[@QuallenKatzen]

I agree!!

[@LeannsAdventures]

I love Seoul. ❤ One of the best trips I’ve ever had.

[@thePronto]

Restaurants, coffee shps, bars, parks (outside of winter) are where people socialize because (as you said) people usually live at home until they get married. Even for married people, socializing is mostly outside the home. Thus the vibrant local scene.

[@gingw7333]

Thank you for educating me on an area of the world I know little about. It's so interesting.

[@jemmashome]

Love this take! It's not often we have a more candid version of what it is like in Korea! And i like the QnA part!

[@Masamune66]

Root Canal in the United States is between $800 and $1800 I would say depending on the area. Edit: With insurance it is usually half that so I would pay between $400 to $900.

[@PortsladeBySea]

Fascinating stuff. Lovely to meet Frances 🇰🇷🥳👏

[@williamseiler7831]

Hi niki, hope you are having a good time and are staying safe

[@AnxMa]

I was so close to visiting South Korea and Japan at one point. I'm a Motion Capture actor and in late 2015 I was in contact with Capcom about the facial likeness role of Leon for the Resident Evil 2 Remake. I failed to mention I also have a voice acting background, in the end I lost the part and I can't forgive myself for wasting such an opportunity. That would've been a real dream come true to visit South Eastern Asia. Great video!

[@blackbelt2000]

You should visit Korea anyway.😊

[@dsgcloud6092]

Korea and Japan are located in Northeast Asia, not Southeast Asia.

[@karenguidry6110]

Interesting video! I liked your interview with Frances . Her studio apartment is very nice and seems reasonably priced

[@csnymoodiesfan]

Thank you for sharing about your travels. I learn a lot and feel as if I’m traveling with you.

[@Cosette2022]

Loved South Korea! Thanks Niki

[@__beer__]

The production quality has improved massively! Good stuff nicky

[@dereknelson4509]

wonderful Niki! great content and great technique ! 😊

[@luckyblue2758]

Great video 🔥🔥🔥

[@donquixote1502]

Great vlog. Thank you for sharing 👍

[@Tejah]

How exciting to explore so many new places and cultures unfettered.

[@mrmagoog1408]

Happy to see you living and loving life around the world

[@user-oj5bw7sl8p]

Thanks for such an interesting video! Very unusual country indeed!

[@coffeecake8098]

Hi Niki! Thanks a lot for your video. South Korea is an interesting country worth to visit. Enjoy your time and stay safe. Greetings from the Far West to the Far East. 👋

[@cmsele5050]

Hi ! Niki good to see you very nice at South Korea people there so nice so friendly Thank you for your video stay safe ok 👌

[@KATIEKATEish]

Great video once again

[@wuling2646]

You make excellent vids!

[@MDobri-sy1ce]

Hi, Niki. Nice to see your video!

[@maryhutchinson7026]

So happy to see you have posted a video. Helps distract me from my tooth pain today. (Probably root canal tomorrow). Always enjoy your videos and am particularly interested in South Korea. I love stepping stones!

[@NikiProshin]

Oh I hope you got your root canal treatment!

[@janeburton7647]

Hi Niki - Appreciate your video on this intriguing city. We see golfers in tournaments over here who are from Seoul as well as South Korea - so it’s nice to learn about their homeland. Happy you are through with your dental work and can move on from it. Looking forward to your next location visit. Cheers ! 🇨🇦

[@jun.oshima]

Gawd, root canals are so labor intensive as well as expensive. I'm glad you're done with going to the dentist for now. Please keep those teeth healthy Niki.

[@crimeajewel]

You are becoming a travel writer.😊😊😊

[@perryedwards4746]

Good vid dude! Frances was delightful... Good luck on your road ahead.. Bon chance..

[@booma_]

nice vlog ,the lady did a great job .

[@jennybento]

there's a russian speaking community around dongdaemun. I was staying at a hotel there and turned the corner and everything was in russian! bakeries and restaurants. Many seemed to be Korean/Russians or Muslims from a former Soviet state, but my Russian was not good enough to figure it out!

[@NikiProshin]

I was there for a Russian supermarket, that was very good!

[@andrewdunbar828]

There always used to be a big Russian presence in Itaewon. But I haven't been there for years. From memory Koreans used to call it the foreigner area but westerners used to call it the Russian area. It was a big nightlife area but I always thought it was seedier than Hongdae. Apparently you could buy the best cheese there on the black market though.

[@manofsesame3024]

@@andrewdunbar828 I think the locals are calling that 외국인 area which means foreigners in general. Westerners are called 서양인

[@judykarey8150]

Hello Niki. Glad to see your doing well. Have a great day.

[@gotaylor]

Happy Niki made it out.

[@bozersgal]

great video! I havent seen HK since '95 so hoping you will share!!!!

[@ingridarcher69]

How is your friend Zangieff back in Russia? I so enjoyed the Supermarket Video he did which included you. He hasn’t posted on his channel for a while - really hope he and his family are okay🤞🙏💫

[@NikiProshin]

I texted him not long ago, he’s busy with life. Job, family, etc, and seems like he’s doing good

[@ilshyf]

와 한국에 오셨군요 You've been in South Korea?! Wow I'm South Korean, I'm pleasantly surprised!!!

[@georgepetrin1334]

Frances speaks English well without accent. Very impressive.

[@lindaSee89]

enjoy your stay. Nicki is my travel person.

[@asan1050]

Niki Proshin ..Thanks Much !.......

[@lifeisshort99]

Welcome to Korea! You can visit me at Mokpo if you can come here by end of the month. . I will take you around. Mokpo is slow romatic city with foods located by South sea.

[@bron-sconcess.10]

I wish you had spent longer in S. Korea, Niki. I have reason to believe emigration is rising there and that whilst it is quite expensive, the quality of life makes it attractive! Take care! Keep safe and it was a lovely video. Thanks!

[@hansmeisinger]

Great to see a travel video with (almost) no politics! You've a talent for picking interesting every-day life topics, and I like the narrative style.

[@ah244895]

Enjoyed the video. Thanks. Random thought: Should have recorded your Korean friend saying goodbye in Korean. Keep up the good work.

[@diehardmoon5429]

bulkogi is my favorite Korean dish.

[@roland-friedrichstricker4027]

Привет Ники 🙂Great video ❤ Мне нравится это видео 👍

[@talk1conversation]

I lived in Songpa-gu, there is a great doctor across from Seoul Medical Center. Also, the medical staff in Seoul has always treated me well, same as when I lived in Gwangju and Busan.

[@AttilaTheHun333333]

13:47 …That cooktop over the washing machine is super weird. The whole apartment feels like a hotel. Very interesting.

[@andrewdunbar828]

Dental work is apparently highly recommended in Thailand. Have you been to Taiwan? It's a really interesting comparison against Korea and Japan. I love all three.

[@judysocal8682]

I enjoyed your glimpse of South Korea and hope your dental problems are solved and you don't need any serious work for a very long time.

[@Homer-OJ-Simpson]

Great video! The housing is really odd with that large deposit.

[@roland-friedrichstricker4027]

Danke!

[@NikiProshin]

Danke Roland!

[@sleepinglady2778]

All the times I went thru Incheon Airport, I never ventured to Seol because it's so expensive. Cambodia is my kind of cheap cheap. Lived well on a few hundred a month. Try Sihanoukville, Kampot, and Kep.

[@haynesefield]

Here in Brazil, is quite common for single 20-30 years old to live with parents. Not saying is the rule, but is definitely common. Maybe is a shared Latin America characteristic but only people from other LATAM countries can confirm it

[@himedits]

we love your vlogs keep em coming. I have a question how do you make money?

[@bobweber3374]

Niki good vid, maybe your creative juices will increase ‼️

[@EugWanker]

10 kg bags of rice are the norm in many countries. This is especially true in Asia, but is also common here in Canada.

[@_John_Tyree_]

Another professional, well researched production; both entertaining and informative. 👏👏 I am curious, have you met anyone that has relatives in the North and if so, do they have any contact with, or news about them. Have you been to the DMZ border or anywhere near it? Is North Korea spoken much about among the local South Koreans (outside of political circles) Thanks, Niki! 🙏 ✌😎

[@TheRustyCracker]

The prices are very similar to usa prices…. Place is average not cheap at all my friend

[@mattsassari2882]

반갑당😂

[@catboy721]

Niki - I find it amazing that you can be in a new country for such a short time and still master the currency and shipping. I think this is a Russian thing. I think the thing that would stop me from living in SOUTH Korea is its distance from NORTH Korea.

[@Tonvanis75]

*Hello my friend. I don’t know about the cost of living there in South Korea, but the place is great with civilly society and culture. Stay there longer if you could. Stay safe and have good time.*

[@gijbuis]

The average cost of a root canal in the United States is between $600 and $1,600 without insurance. Front teeth are easier to access than molars so front teeth root canal treatment is less expensive than bicuspid or molars. Directly after your teeth treatments you start showing Korean restaurants with chewy meat dishes - which I wouldn't want to touch after just having had root canal treatment!

[@stan5409]

KaLbi and Bulgogi are the best but be sure to try Japchae

[@HenriHattar]

Very Good Niki, why dont you put selected blogs onto one episode to sell world wide? Like they used to do with music albums.

[@d.c.8278]

You probably walked by many grocery stores and didn’t know it. They’re in the basements. Second, you paid full price at a dentist because you’re not covered by their national healthcare. I’m American, living in Korea and I fell on my bike, cracking a couple ribs. The total cost for x-rays, ultrasound and seeing a specialist at a hospital = $11.20. My last dentist visit: 3 x-rays and a filling = $10.00. My rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $500. and that includes wifi, cable TV and underground parking if I wanted it. My electric bill is about $14.00 a month, heat and air conn is gas powered and never over $80.

[@Layla-ln5jt]

Hi Niki! I'm planning on staying in South Korea for a couple of months and your video was very helpful, I was wondering how did you rent your apartment. Did you use Airbnb or is there a better place to look? Thanks!❤

[@NikiProshin]

Hi Layla, I used Airbnb and Agoda for searching apartments, I ended up by booking it on Agoda (better rate compared to Booking, but it might be different for different places).

[@m.r.3510]

I watch your videos on and off. You probably answered this question many time, but how many languages do you speak? Stay healthy and enjoy your life.

[@NikiProshin]

I speak Russian, English and Mandarin Chinese fluently. Stay healthy too!

[@nevilleapple629]

Prices seem similar to prices here in Australia although the dentist is cheaper I suspect. I wonder wether that’s pollution in the air or fog.

[@laurastravels404]

Your Chinese writing is cute！

[@borjavalero8511]

Nice vlog. Where is it mandatory to wearing masks?

[@SwOOp_de]

Frances is super cute

[@accesstotheredcarpet]

Is your girlfriend Lisa still with you traveling abroad? Good to see you back on youtube!

[@Sunshine-un5ww]

Absolutely Dental treatments are expensive in the United States. A lot of people actually go to Mexico to get very expensive dental treatments- there are a lot of excellent Dentists in the major cities

[@WillowWandering]

Do they have tofu as an option at the Korean BBQ or vegetarian 🌱 options?

[@r77882]

Niki, come to Israel. You'll be very surprised about what's going on here, and I think we are more minded to Russia-Ukraine war than other countries. Anyway, people here are amazing and will match perfectly with your natural willing to blend inside the local society. We also have a lot of russian speakers, but English is also VERY widespread. Waiting for you :)

[@scarletteevanova419]

Israel is an awesome place! My Russian husband just got back from Israel and they told him Russians are not welcome there and to go away :) Oh did I mention that they interrogated him for over 2 hours and checked through his entire phone. They checked his browser history, and read all of his personal chats. Sounds like an awesome country! :) Sarcasm intended. Israel is the most unwelcoming country I have come across.

[@ekim8958]

I love Korea. I just got back and I didn't want to come home but had to get back to reality lol

[@jhfoever]

I am a South Korean living in US but welcome.

[@ekaterini2957]

Hope Roman is looking into SK for emigration...

[@change9517]

3:49 It is for extended families I think...

[@samseptemberbiker6248]

lets see South Korea or North Korea

[@dumbtex6107]

If you’re curious I got my teeth removed it was those ones in the back that grow in. I got all 4 removed with my moms insurance ( I got removed from lol) it was 750$ out of pocket. Actually a pretty good deal I wasn’t too upset I was ready for much more 😂

[@mistabaka]

Root canal in the US? $1,600 at least (not including a crown if needed).