Living in Korea: Pros and Cons

In this video, I speak about the pros and cons of living in Korea! I'm mostly based in the UK but I go back and forth to Korea and I notice certain things about life while I'm there. There are downsides and upsides, just like our favourite people in life! Nothing is ever perfect!
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[@coloradospacegeek4226]

I loved the food in Korea (well, most of it) and the scenery. The people I met were gracious even when we couldn't converse. The funniest part of my experience in Korea was going to dinner with a fellow American. She (Caucasian) spoke Korean while I (Asian) didn't. The waitresses would come up to me and ask for the order in very quick Korean. I'd sit there looking dumbfounded while my friend would respond and give our order -- the kids around us would just stare, trying to digest the dichotomy of the situation.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Hahaha I can imagine XD

[@BetchayBucs]

Korea is one of my dream destinations, i love korean food especially kimchi and i'm hooked with the korean drama...

[@anna.lee_jy]

You must go and visit when you can! You will have a great time 😊👍 thank you for watching!

[@eisbaernord9799]

Bread is made sweeter in Korea because it is considered a snack such as cookies and other desserts, not a main meal.

[@공학용계산기]

Exactly

[@alicelawrence1084]

I hear so so so much positive stuff about korea. I really want to go there 🥺 the cons aren’t even cons to me personally

[@AlxnaDuarte]

I’m so glad you come from uk because all videos about this are normally from America so it really helped me thank you!!

[@Kittyloverforeverandever]

the last one is literally so wholesome that's so nice of people to care for other like that.

[@BazzaOTW]

Korea does sound pretty awesome. Your comparison does remind me of the shock I experienced going from Australia to for work Singapore a few years back.

[@ChhTravels]

I love this video! I've been to London and Korea and love both places for their own reasons. I agree with you about Korea being safe. I felt so safe there when I was living and visiting. I would walk home alone at night as well and felt super safe. BTW you are pretty!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Super safe right? 😊 and thank you so much, you are sweet 😘

[@VizAlro]

Came here from your reaction videos, you look stunning! You just got a new subscriber, just keep beimg yourself.

[@henry909]

Thankyou for this video, I plan to go to korea and teach english abroad for a year

[@anna.lee_jy]

Hope it goes well!

[@RicciDizon]

*_My cons about South Korea from my own personal experience_* _DISCLAIMER_ South Korea is indeed a beautiful country, and a place that I will visit again once COVID is over with 😪 & regardless of the bad things I experienced, I did enjoy some time spent in Seoul. No country is perfect and will always have their pros & cons. But next time I will bring someone who speaks Korean and knows the country well haha. *1.* Many places takes advantage of foreigners (which I guess is a given in most asian countries, it may also be depending on what part of S.Korea). *2.* I also experienced a little bit of racism. Definitely noticed that my white/light skin friends were treated a little differently maybe a little bit better vs. those who are a little bit more tan/darker. *3.* Taxi drivers CAN BE RUDE AF. *4.* I got scammed at a restaurant, in which I confirmed the prices first before I ordered (total was supposed to be around $30 bucks) and the owner changed prices when it was time for me and my bf to pay. We ended up paying $70 for a big bowl of soup that was cooking on a portable stove, 3 big dumplings and 1 can of coke. *5.* Two days after the restaurant incident, me and my bf got a taxi to take us to the airport, we were worried that we are gonna be late (it was supposed to be a 25-30 min drive including traffic), and the taxi driver assured us that he will get us to the airport on time and that he will take us to the faster route. Only to find out that he's taking us to the LONGER route, which cost us more money and resulted in us missing our flight. *_At this point I was so turned off by S. Korea that I wanted to go back home_* 🤣 *Now, this all happened in the Gangnam area & idk if this is like a thing that goes on there but anyway, I definitely had a MUCH MUCH better experience in Busan. I suppose it's because it's more of the "country" side, therefore, people were more relaxed, not very stressed and they are a lot nicer. Also, I didn't get scammed at all. The taxi drivers were so polite too. Visiting Busan definitely made up for everything. *

[@anna.lee_jy]

Oh dear I’m sorry you had such a bad experience! I apologise instead of the people that you encountered 💓

[@KellyWong]

i agree about the food😍, i loveee korea so so much!😩

[@anna.lee_jy]

I need to go back soon 😩

[@AmericanInRomania71]

My favorite thing about Korea was the people and the great friendships I've made that have lasted over 20 years , then the delicious food and of course the beautiful scenery.. Thanks for sharing your opinions.. Full support from Romania 👍

[@anna.lee_jy]

Bobby Smyth that’s great that you had such a great experience is Korea!! The friendships that you make really do last 😊 Thank you for watching my video 🙏

[@abbiegirl111]

i always love to go to Korea since i watch jewel in the palace

[@katherinekoo5342]

South Korea is in my bucket list to visit. Supposed to go there in April this year but because of the lockdown everything have to put on hold.

[@anna.lee_jy]

:( Hope you get to go when this is all over!

[@katherinekoo5342]

@@anna.lee_jy yes, fingers crossed. Thank you

[@boomyitv]

한국에 있는 빵 피자 이런거 다 디저트 개념이예요 한국에서 다 디저트느낌이여서 ..여기는 주식이 쌀이여서 그리고 애플페이 안되는이유가 애플이 카드사에 수수료를 50% 원해서.......... 글고 애플페이 대신 카카오페이로 되요 글고 쓰레기통이 없는 이유가 전에 분리수거 안해서 치워버렸다는데 지금은 없어도 그냥 편의점 가서 버리고 가도 상관없는데 ㅎㅎㅎ 이제 전보다 조금 늘어난긴해도 아직도 없어요

[@ritamanglona6672]

Thanks for the tip. I love the pastries in S.Korea so as Japan. I was in SK so many years ago and we stayed at Intercontinental hotel.

[@Jtrisna]

Thank you for sharing. Love to visit Korea.cheers from LA.

[@SciFirstMovieTalk]

Very interesting! Thank you for sharing! I havn`t been to Korea but it does sound like a fantastic place!

[@anna.lee_jy]

SciFirst MovieTalk Thanks for watching! 😊

[@aakashsuryi9098]

Hi Anna, could you do a short video on what the men from outside Korea can learn from Korea in terms of Skin-Care & K-Beauty Products?

[@anna.lee_jy]

Hmm I'll try to think of a video idea for it!

[@tinkerfy]

Drinking soju complemented with korean drinking snacks while seated outside of a convenient store during winter is so so fun experience!! Especially when there are some locals there doing the exact same thing. If you're lucky, they may share their food and drinks! Wish I can go Seoul and Busan again!! The other time when I was in MyeongDong, an electric fire broke out next to the restaurant I went, first thing the owner does is close the doors, and tell us "Its OK" while she ran in and out of her restaurant. What an experience! Hahaha

[@anna.lee_jy]

Closed the doors?? That doesn't seem very safe during a fire 😅I'll be going back again soon, can't wait!

[@arterisdewberry9467]

Anna is so pretty!

[@The.ruined.garden]

I am watching k and c dramas since 5 years and i was like obsesses and i felt like oh this nation is happy with what they are. This s the cultur what i saw in dramas . I planned to study in korea as well. Then through exploring more beside dramas i learned ppl in korea are obsessed with english and europe too. It broke my heart

[@chrismeier284]

Excellent introduction to Korean culture. Thank you.

[@buttlebe]

Her hair here is the prettiest amongst all

[@The.ruined.garden]

Many korean bloggers and k and c dramas have turned my life. I learned about self care and how to be me being still respectfull. Yo know i am not criticising but europe is full of me but no respect to elders. I learned about organic products and respect and love. Patiance andsacrifice in love. K and c dranas are my fuel. Yesterday i finished "as long as yo love" drma. And waiting to upload more ep of "my little happiness"

[@mapetidye]

Thank you so much for this

[@mohammedrahman8975]

Fantastic video very informative 👍

[@amberrreadx2818]

I loved this video! I have just found your channel and you’re beautiful 🤩 I have subbed, can’t wait to see your new uploads xxx

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you I’ll sub back! 😘

[@NorthernThaiGardenGuy]

Anna you do such a good job sharing. Love your videos. :)

[@ShantrellBennett-v4g]

She very pretty love her video

[@MichaelF75]

Went there last August of 2019 for the first time, it was a short couple of days visit since the plan was to visit Thailand. I’ll definitely plan to stay there longer next time. Btw, got charged on my phone even though there was a free WiFi in the Airbnb 🤦‍♂️...I’ll be sure to either pay $10 a day from my carrier or get the SIM card. I was also dumb enough not buying the SIM card while in Thailand too lol 🤦‍♂️😅

[@anna.lee_jy]

Definitely get sim cards at the airport, that's what I do when I go back to Korea! It's unlimited fast data for not that much money 👍Thank you for watching :)

[@marcuskim9123]

Hi Anna, thanks for the video. I'm enjoying it. I want to add a comment: We can find many bins on the streets in Gangnam District (not in Seocho nor Jongno, unfortunately). It really depends on districts in Seoul.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Yeah you're right! Are you Korean? I'm going back to Seoul soon so I'll hopefully have more chances to explore :)

[@marcuskim9123]

@@anna.lee_jy Yes, I'm Korean. I'm interested in British English and am a fan of Uncle Roger. That's why KZbin algorithm brought me here. :-)

[@surabhiagarwal7360]

Wow! I would love to live in Korea, just subscribed:)

[@anna.lee_jy]

Surabhi Agarwal Definitely go and visit when it’s possible! :)

[@surabhiagarwal7360]

@@anna.lee_jy I would really love to ♥️

[@1122Ke]

first i just wanna say you are so beautiful 😌💖

[@MichelleYemima]

i've always wanted to go to korea!!💓

[@anna.lee_jy]

Michelle Yemima definitely go when it’s possible!

[@masterofIich]

The closer you get to the countryside out of big hubs like seoul or busan the wifi is trash like everywhere else in the world tho, right🤔

[@trufflesmellgood9214]

Korea is a really nice place to visit, but I can’t say the same when it comes to work. Especially if you’re working for an organization and not as a freelancer or entrepreneur. It’s confucianism taken out of context; respect isn’t earned but purely on the basis of age and status. There’s still a huge amount of bullying and favoritism in corporate settings and massive gender inequality. Appraisals aren’t based on merit but rather the relations with superiors. The emphasis on age and hierarchy has created such a huge divide between generations that it’s almost impossible to have genuine friendships outside of your age group. One huge ‘pro’ though; there isn’t a concept of retrenchment if you’re working for a conglomerate. Once you’re in, you’re set for life regardless of your performance. But still, Korea is my favorite and will always be my 2nd home.

[@areejali2841]

IM IN FOR SWEET AND SALTY FOOD!!! Mayn Im going there!❤

[@gareitee4214]

Korea is my dream of place!

[@thecircleoflife4671]

7:43 u should come to india unnie, it is worse than in south korea 😖😖😭😭😭 even though we have enough bins, people throw in the streets😭😭😖😖😑😑. What i like about south korea is the scenery and places. I like the culture to. It is beautiful. The places, culture, the food, the sceneries, languages etc of any country is what makes the country unique and special about it 💜💜💜💜💜💜. I want to go to South korea. I love the places and the sceneries. They are so beautiful. Another reason is South korea is one of the safest countries to go and live. The places are just.... so beautiful it is tempting me to go there . And because of how kind people are over there. Whenever i meet someone in india and we become friends, the next day we are not friends anymore. Most of the time I have rude people around me (except my family). Saranghae unnie!!!💜💜💜

[@ellisjason333]

It seems like many things in US and in UK are similar

[@kookieyeahsh2095]

I love Korean Food (sometimes I order that) I live in Germany and when u go to doctor here you need to wait a half hour or a hour then the doctor will say to you what’s wrong with u

[@Christopher-sh9uh]

You’re very pretty

[@zealthomte5388]

The people from my hometown are crazy about Korean me am more of an Amsterdam guy🤣🤣🤣

[@applepie8131]

Good on you, support Iam a new viewer

[@winstonlu350]

Bonjour, Je suis un Canadien qui habite à la ville de Vancouver, Canada. Guten Tag, ich bin ein Kanadier und lebe in der Stadt Vancouver, Kanada. Good Day, I am a Canadian who lives in the city Vancouver, Canada. Je m'appelle Winston. Ich nenne mich Winston. I am Winston. I am Chinese-Canadian born in the Philippines. Je suis Sino-Canadien né aux Philippines. Ich bin chinesisch-kanadisch auf den Philippinen geboren.

[@0.25lifecrisisband]

Annyeong! I love how you speak in English and I'm wondering what it sounds like if you speak in your native language as well. I am currently working on a KDrama-themed music video and I was thinking if you could work with me on the Korean voice overs. Would you do it for me?

[@anna.lee_jy]

Hey! I’m really busy this next few weeks with travel and work etc so it might be difficult...! I wish you good luck on your video though! 👍

[@0.25lifecrisisband]

@@anna.lee_jy Oh, I see. That's alright. Have a productive week ahead though! 💖

[@VanessaVarlack]

I would love to go to Korea one day! I’ve been watching K dramas with my sister and now I’ve been wanting to go so bad 😂

[@anna.lee_jy]

Omg you have to go!! You’ll have the best time, there’s so much to do and see 👍💜

[@VanessaVarlack]

Anna Lee I definitely wanna plan a trip! I’ve been wanting to have a pen pal from Korea cause I thought it would be so cool! 😂

[@anna.lee_jy]

Vanessa Elizondo I can be your Korean friend 😛 which Kdramas have you been watching?

[@VanessaVarlack]

Anna Lee I just followed you on insta!! ❤️ I’ll message you ☺️

[@The.ruined.garden]

I want to visit korea but when i think that i whould not be able to meet lee jong suk ofcourse. It make me sad

[@hey54088]

One big con i think is the way you have to address your elders. In some extreme cases you even have to talk to someone even 1 day older than you in honorific korean.

[@anna.lee_jy]

I know, I don't like that so much....

[@hey54088]

@@anna.lee_jy yeah, went to Seoul to visit my Korean buddy back in my uni days, one of his friends insist me to call him Hyeong or big brother because he is a couple months older than me lol. Such a culture shock for me as a Taiwanese Australian. I am on first name bases with my former bosses and professors back in Australia. So it’s REALLY weird for me. Did it take time for you to get used to it every time you go back to visit or is it imprinted in you already? I found your video because of uncle roger’s video and I love your personality so I am now a new sub. Please stay safe in London.

[@TJEskew]

Awesome video! 🇰🇷💯

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you 😊

[@Alxesihtdneser]

I want to visit Korea so bad! Maybe after the pandemic, if ever :)

[@anna.lee_jy]

Alex Resendiz Make sure you go and visit, you’ll have a wonderful time :)

[@FannyaRatana]

i lovee korean food!!😍

[@anna.lee_jy]

Me too girl 😋

[@emzybbz2]

Wow I love this! I found you from a facebook group and would love to be youtube friends :) I also go back and forth between Korea and the UK! (which is a struggle now because covid! haha!) Everything you said is so accurate!! Especially about the cafes! I've been to over 100 different cafes in Korea hahahaha

[@anna.lee_jy]

Omg! Yes let’s be friends! Are you in korea currently?? I’m going over to check out your channel 😘

[@emzybbz2]

@@anna.lee_jy thank you sweetheart!! not currently, I left in August went back for two weeks in December and then another 2 weeks in February when covid peaked in 대구 currently working towards getting a job so I can get a visa to get back in the country ♡

[@hanyajiidraws8849]

I’m tryna learn bout cons so I can be careful 🤞🏾

[@alicelawrence1084]

okay the con about the beauty standards is the only thing I don’t like :((

[@anabest502]

Nice vlog

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you for watching :)

[@szewei85]

In Malaysia massive sugar is the culture here which is why we openly accept Korean food as our second staple after our local Malaysian food hahahaha

[@shama2756]

Hello

[@RavTVGaming]

I'm Here before 100k views. 😅😬👍

[@Berserkeroverland]

Question can foreigners own property in Korea.

[@josedubois2295]

London the issue is the immigrant and immigrant descendent populations, for the most part.

[@NatalyNatalie]

Big fan

[@anna.lee_jy]

Big fan of YOU 😘

[@maxi7082]

Not gonna lie. I literally have 1Mbit/s. They have like 100x faster Internet than me. (Germany)

[@MiamiChica]

According to my mom, the reason why Korea doesn’t have public trash bins is due to the fact that people just tossed half lit cigarettes into them, or loitered around them to drink at night. The action was carried out mainly to weed out drunkards, homeless people, and heavy smokers burning them up.

[@nenglor2647]

No tip......? Nice

[@robertpetre9378]

I’d love to visit Korea one day but because of my music taste and my appearance( gothic fashion , piercings , tattoos ) people probably will think I’m a little bit too weird and won’t except me LOL

[@zacktheexplorer8906]

Cons= Its hard to speak English to everyone , or some of Korean will replied English for English people *Done watch without skip all ads 😝

[@bigggdrippaaadrip5019]

Gotta watch this vid after you talked about how this video has the highest CPN, lol

[@Thomas-dq4cn]

How can anyone be unkind to you Anna? ^^

[@gdiaz8827]

Honey on pizza WTF?

[@skylinux24]

When it comes to the beauty standards, I'm guessing facial piercings is a complete no-no?

[@anna.lee_jy]

There are some young people with nose piercings etc but on the whole it’s very uncommon!

[@skylinux24]

@@anna.lee_jy Thought it might be that way, might have to get rid of the metal if I ever try to teach English over there. Thanks for the reply.

[@sharonarif7004]

I searched pros and cons of Korean girlfriends and this video came up, and I'm happy it did.

[@skillfuldabest]

Demographics is destiny. Crime rate speaks for itself.