Between skincare, cosmetic surgery, and social pressure, South Korea’s beauty standards were one of the biggest culture shocks I experienced as a French woman. Discovering Korean Beauty Culture Before coming to South Korea, I had already heard about the importance…
My first impressions of work culture in Korea, exploring workplace rhythm, organization, and daily office life through my internship experience in Seoul. Hi everyone ✨ It’s Eva again, the French international trade student doing an internship at Enkostay in Seoul.…
Are you an international student planning an all-nighter during the Korean university exam period? Enkostay reveals everything from high-caffeine ‘Eol-Bak-Sa’ recipes to convenience store hot bar combos and playlist recommendations to keep you awake. When the midterm and final exam…
Moving into a share house in Korea? Learn how to get along with your roommate — from setting expectations early to navigating Korean living etiquette like noise rules, shoe culture, and kitchen manners. Sharing a space with someone you’ve just…
Looking for healthy diet food in Korea? Discover the best clean eating spots like Salady and Preppers, plus smart Korean convenience store meal hacks. Maintaining a healthy diet can be one of the biggest challenges for foreigners living in or…
he third story in our series, The People Who Make Enkostay Possible, introduces Jake, an app developer. Every day, he fine-tunes code and designs features to ensure that thousands of international students and hosts can connect with confidence. Though much…
Planning plastic surgery in Korea? Learn how to use the ‘Gangnam Unni’ website to compare prices in USD and filter real reviews. Enkostay guides you through a transparent medical journey. Are you dreaming of experiencing Korea’s world-class cosmetic procedures but…
First time visiting a Korean karaoke room? From the differences between Noraebang and Coin Noraebang to mastering the remote, Enkostay explains it all. “Noraebang” signs are one of the most common sights on the streets of Korea at night. However,…
Looking for a place to game or work during your stay in Korea? Discover Enkostay’s guide on how to pay, choose seats, and order food at a Korean PC Bang, even as a foreigner. A Korean PC Bang is more…
Is it your first time visiting a Korean Jjimjilbang or public bathhouse? From the entry process to the body scrub culture and etiquette, Enkostay provides a detailed guide for you. Intro There is no better place than a Jjimjilbang or…
