|
|
|
|
Korean Wave is intended to offer a firsthand account of the amazing spread of Korean popular culture to Asian countries and beyond. For this, the book relies on a group of foreign journalists and scholars who each wrote an essay on the Korean pop‐culture fever in their own countries. They show that, although the Korean Wave has weakened in some parts of Asia, it will never die out because Korean popular culture has embedded itself into everyday life in many Asian countries. Korean Wave is meant to contribute to the fostering of an Asian cultural community. Korean dramas, movies, music, fashion and food have enabled people from different Asian countries to share a common cultural experience, catalyzing the potential emergence of a single Asian identity. It is hoped that this book strengthens that identity, creating a fertile ground for the evolution of the Korean Wave into an Asian Wave. Preface
Introduction Why are Asians attracted to Korean pop culture?
1. Korean Wave in Asia and Beyond 'Koreanovelas' fever is sweeping the Philippines Tasting the mirage-like Korean Wave Thailand's teen troops welcome K-pop idols The Korean Wave 'will never die' in Vietnam 'Delicious' boys lead Hallyu in Indonesia Korean culture is part of Hong Kong life Malaysia's love affair with Korean TV dramas Korean dramas carve a niche in Japan Pop culture bridges Korea and Singapore China's first taste of the Korean Wave The Korean Wave fascinates Mongolians The Korean Wave: Shining star or black hole? The Korean Wave brings drama to the Nile Delta The Korean Wave spreads to Iran Whetting U.S. appetite for Korean TV dramas The Korean Wave: A view from America's shores The Korean Wave: A washout on Australian shores The Korean Wave arrives in Latin America Hallyu in Argentina: Weak today, stronger tomorrow? Spain discovers Korea and cries out for more No Wave, just a Korean breeze in Poland
2. The Future of the Korean Wave The Korean Wave and Korean-Americans Korean pop culture's growing challenges Identity politics of contemporary Korean cinema Hallyu: The Koreanization of world culture The Korean Wave needs new strategies to solidify position in Asia
3. Key Players of the Korean Wave Bae Yong-joon: The image of Korea Rain seeks to make his name in Hollywood Musicals will become a part of Hallyu Ryu Si-won: It's all about adapting to Japan Producer believes in the power of good storytelling First-generation Hallyu star continues to shine The Korean Wave in trouble? Hallyu's ebbing tide slows film industry Hallyu icon Park Yong-ha basks in newfound stardom Hallyu star carries torch for next generation
Conclusion Hallyu helps Korea polish national image
|
|
Airmail I (Smaller Parcel Post) Note: Not trackable. Since this is a form of general mail, deliveries do not receive a tracking number. While delivery costs are relatively inexpensive and customs passage is easier, the security of the delivery is somewhat lower. Packaging methods are applied that allow for opening according to regulations. Please be aware that Seoul Selection cannot be held responsible for items ordered that are lost during delivery. Only applies to packages weighing less than 2 kg. For boxes, no one side can exceed 60 cm in length, and total dimensions of length, width and height together cannot exceed 90 cm.
Airmail II (Parcel Post) Note: Trackable. However, inquiries about delivery status are handled manually rather than by Internet, and items are thus more difficult to track in comparison with courier services. Applies to packages more than 2 kg.
* Airmail I, Airmail II 7 ~ 20 business days for international delivery after order confirmation.
EMS (Express Mail Service) Note: Trackable and fast. This is the courier service of the Korean postal service. An international postal service that brings letters, documents and parcels to their destinations abroad using the fastest and safest means of transportation through a special agreement between the Ministry of Information and Communication and the postal services of other countries. Promptness: 143 countries, including Japan and China, can be reached in 2-4 days. Delivery Inquiries by Internet: EMS deliveries sent to major countries such as Japan, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong can be tracked and confirmed through a global computer network; delivery status is available upon inquiry. In case a computer inquiry is not possible, a quick inquiry by fax or post is available for reference upon the user's request.
EMS Premium Note: Trackable and fast. With EMS Premium, the Korean postal service handles TNT Express delivery services, providing a similar delivery period to other express services like DHL, FedEx and UPS, with slightly more affordable rates according to region. 1 ~ 3 business days for international delivery after order confirmation.
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|