The Use of Metal Chopsticks in Korea

June 14, 2017 | 5734 Visits

14Jun

The Use of Metal Chopsticks in Korea

Did you know that Koreans are the only race in Asia that has a long history of using metal chopsticks? Here, you will find out why Koreans use metal chopsticks rather than chopsticks made of bamboo or other kinds of wood like other Asian countries.... Read More
6Jun

KCRUSH Interview with Dreamcatcher

We are excited to introduce Dreamcatcher, a Korean girl group signed under Happy Face Entertainment, based in Seoul, Korea. The group consists of seven females: JiU, SuA, Siyeon, Handong, Yoohyeon, Dami and Gahyeon. The members officially... Read More
6Jun

KPOP Fashion

When an idol group debuts there are many things a company must handle such as fashion and KPOP fashion has definitely changed over the past few years. If you look back as far as 1990, there will be a huge difference than from today’s fashion... Read More
31May

Astro are adorable servers in ‘Baby’ MV

ASTRO are aiming for fans hearts in their newest title track ‘Baby’. The music video starts out with Astro opening up a shop called ‘D. Store’ with a visible sign that says Astro x Aroha. The music starts with a light and fresh beat, perfect... Read More
31May

Top 5 Vietnamese Street Foods to Try

Pho This dish needs no introduction. Pho has been the primary iconic dish that sneaks into one’s mind when it comes to Vietnamese cuisine. What kind of Vietnamese meal would it be if Pho is not mentioned? It is next to impossible to walk a block... Read More
28May

The Pros and Cons of BTS’ Billboard Win

BTS’ nomination and subsequent win of Billboard’s ‘Top Social Artist’ award definitely has made waves in media in America. It has been said that all attention is good attention but how true is that? Let’s take a look at the pros first.... Read More
10May

Introduction to the Most Popular Rice Varieties

Rice, a simple and delicious food, is a main staple for more than half of the population in the world. There are over 40,000 varieties of rice. Every country has its own varieties because of the differences in the way of planting and many... Read More
8May

Asian “Mask” Custom

If you are visiting an Asian country and you see a lot of people wearing facemasks in public, do not be surprised… do not panic either. Since early 20th century, due to several outbreaks of infectious diseases such as 1918 (the Spanish flu)... Read More
4May

Top 5 Laotian Street Foods To Try

Spicy Green Papaya Salad – Tam Mak Huong The name itself may sound like it is a weird combination, but having fruits involved in a tasty salad is no new combination. In fact, numerous European cuisines also utilized fruits in the same manner.... Read More
3May

Unpopular Opinion: EXP, Double-Standards, and Haterade

Warning: Some YouTube comments contain course language that may not be suitable for some readers. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, there’s a group trying to break into the K-Pop world called EXP Edition (formerly EXP). The Columbia... Read More
2May

K-Pop Remakes vs. the Original

Like any music genre, there are some K-Pop tracks that are not original and are remade. While some songs are from other Korean artists, others may be from international artists. It’s fun to see each artist adds their own unique flavor to old... Read More
1May

Top 5 Chinese Bboys

China, being the most populated country in the world, never runs out of talent in any field. Bboying is not an exception. With its rich gymnastic achievements and history, Chinese bboys adopted an unique style that showcases their understanding of... Read More
28Apr

Why your favorites might not win on music shows?

For some reason, fans have become obsessed with the idea of their favorites winning on music shows and have begun to idealize the concept. The highly sought after win for some means a group has ‘made it’ and have lowered their risk of forced... Read More
28Apr

Recent Comebacks

With so many comebacks, the music charts are becoming more competitive. Despite the large fandom, it all comes down to which music is more appealing to hear without the age gap. Due to kpop being popular among all age groups, songs with high quality... Read More
26Apr

B.A.P Bring the Party to Chicago

On April 12, 2017, B.A.P brought their Party Baby Tour to the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago. The colorful spectacular showed the fun and sensual sides to B.A.P through a medley of songs that had the fanbase pumped despite the empty seats that dotted... Read More
24Apr

Dos and Don’ts When Visiting Asian Countries

Asian tourism is getting more and more popular, as it offers foreigners totally different experiences with affordable budgets. It may be useful to learn local customs before visiting a country. Reasons are various: for a more comfortable trip, to... Read More
23Apr

The Best 15 Asian Movies on Netflix

Netflix is the movie lovers’ paradise because they can find the best of the best. In this article we talk about the best 15 Asian movies on Netflix. Fist of legend: The movie takes place before the outbreak of World War 2 as the Japanese... Read More
21Apr

Produce 101 Season 2

Produce 101 is back with Season 2! If Season 1 was all about forming a girl group, Season 2 is all about a male idol group. Looking back to Season 1, so many were against Mnet running another audition show (former shows: Unpretty Rapstar, Show Me... Read More
19Apr

Introducing Inspire Me Korea!

We at Kcrush enjoy introducing you to products and services that help you to get to know Korea even better, especially in the world of music and beauty! This is why we’re excited to introduce you to Inspire Me Korea, a subscription service... Read More
15Apr

Favorite Games of South Korean Celebrities

With the social and technological progress, the demand of entertainment is growing at a rapid speed. Games, considered as a very important way of entertainment, has a large group of loyal fans. This includes many Korean celebrities, who are under a... Read More
12Apr

Six Bomb’s “Becoming Prettier” a Failed Gimmick

Six Bomb’s “Becoming Prettier” a Failed Gimmick If you’re a nugu girl group, what would you do to try to gain relevance in a cutthroat K-Pop industry? Naturally, many would “train harder” or “release better music” or “come out with... Read More

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