Valentine’s Day in South Korea

Valentine’s Day is a popular holiday in South Korea, celebrated on February 14th. Unlike in Western countries, where it is primarily a day for couples to express their love and affection, Valentine’s Day in South Korea is also a time for friends and family to show their appreciation for one another.

In South Korea, it is customary for women to give chocolates to the men in their lives, such as partners, friends, and coworkers. A few days later, on March 14th, known as “White Day,” men return the gesture by giving candies, flowers, or other gifts to the women who gave them chocolates on Valentine’s Day.

In addition to the exchange of gifts, Valentine’s Day in South Korea is also marked by romantic gestures, such as candlelit dinners, couples’ activities, and declarations of love. It has become a lucrative holiday for businesses, with many companies offering special products and promotions related to love and romance.

​Overall, Valentine’s Day is an important holiday in South Korea, celebrated by people of all ages and social groups. It is a day to spread love and joy, and to strengthen relationships with those closest to us.

By Jinu Puclik

He is a college student majoring in marketing. He hopes to start his career in Korea while finishing his degree and learning about Korean culture since he was raised as an American citizen. He is very passionate about technology and esports. He also enjoys learning about other cultures and keeping up with current world events.

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