A hermit kingdom’s first steps towards modernization
Category: Culture/Society
From Confucianism to Modern Constitutionalism
From Confucian law to modern constitutionalism
Constitutional History of Korea
A series of articles about Korean constitutional history
Edward Said’s Orientalism and Edhem Eldem’s Consuming the Orient
What did Edward Said miss in his book?
From Confucius to Communist Revolution: Transformation of Chinese Society
How did Chinese society transform under the influence of Confucianism, Communism and Cultural Revolution?
Tang Code and Women
Where do women stand in the Tang Code?
K-Drama Couples’ Valentine’s Day
Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? K-drama couples are always ready for some romance!
Women in K-Dramas and Movies (2)
Pretty, stupid, evil, loyal, old maid, gold digger… Various stereotypes of women in K-dramas and movies
Complex Identity of the Modern Individual in Japan
A review of Sōseki’s Botchan and Fukuzawa’s Autobiography
Women in K-Dramas and Movies
Korean dramas and movies are fun to watch, but they might not be as innocent as you think…
Globalization vs Nationalism in South Korea
Being a global citizen or preserving the Korean identity?
