why I wouldn't live in korea again

He says his fifth Korea stay lasted six weeks, ended early during the pandemic, and was his loneliest overseas experience. Language barriers felt intimidating; meat cost $15–20, versus $8 all-you-can-eat pork belly, yet he preferred cooking privately. Seven Korean dates yielded no second dates; he cites impatience, unattractive streets, and stronger connections to Japan and the Netherlands.

Isolation and impatience drive rapid rejection, while Japan remains his preferred comparison.