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#707: Live from South Korea — Steve Jang on Korea’s Exploding “Soft Power,” The Poverty-to-Power Playbook, K-Pop, “Han” Energy, Must-See Movies, Export Economies, and Much More

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Cultural Communication: Korea vs. Japan

This chapter explores the cultural nuances of politeness and communication in Korea and Japan, highlighting the differences between the indirectness of Japanese culture and the directness found in Korea. Through personal anecdotes and references to pop culture, the discussion illuminates the complexities of being an expat in these countries and the varying perceptions of friendliness.

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