14 March 2020
Why I Hated Living in South Korea
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Summary
After a month in Korea, coronavirus forced an early departure; he made this sequel hoping it would attract views. Fast Korean internet was frustratingly restrictive: geoblocking, blocked sites, phone-number requirements, and VPN failure prevented streaming and food delivery. He criticized public manners, scarce bathtubs, unsuccessful Tinder dates, and costlier or worse convenience-store and supermarket food than Japan.
Insight
Novelty-driven travel again yields loneliness and comparison, while content-making turns dissatisfaction into a repeatable format.