Korean Job Discussion Forums

[PeteJB]

I come across these on a website... They seem a little outdated. I've also highlighted some points I am really surprised to see.

* Deodorant - Koreans are not familiar with deodorant. And, it is not easy to find.

* Home seasonings - There are shops which have foreign seasonings, but they are very expensive and the variety is somewhat lacking.

* Hobby items - Just bring the items you enjoy.

* Notebook computer - You can buy it in Korea. But, if you have one, bring it.

* Tampon - Few Korean women use tampons. There are some in Korea but they are expensive and only a few brands and types are available.

* Razor (for women) - Normally, Korean women do not shave their legs. Some do shave, but it is unusual. Ladies are advised to bring razors and shaving solutions from home because these products are not widely available in Korea, particularly outside of Seoul.

* Home town pictures and photographs of yourself - Just in case you feel like having homesick and it might be a good idea to have pictures of your home country on hand to show your local friends. I guess this was before the internet was invented.

* Things you do not need to bring

o Film - You can get a roll of film (27 shots) for $3.50 here. If you want to buy a dozen or more rolls of film, you can bargain and get them at a better price. Huray lets use films again

o Batteries - You can get batteries for a good price from street vendors or convenience stores.

When was this written? 1990?

[IncognitoHFX]

Yeah, that's weird. I showed my kids pictures from Canada--it consisted of gathering around the computer and loading up my Photobucket.com account.

I don't even own a standard camera, my cell phone is 3.0Megapixels.

I see tonnes of hygenic stuff everywhere, even in convenience stores. For both genders.

Buying a computer here is much cheaper.

Hobby items? Whats that, like a p.enis pump?

[Captain Corea]

Um, isn't the tampon thing still right? I'm pretty sure that the majority do not use them.

[oneofthesarahs]

Yeah, I'd consider the tampon thing to be a good tip still. You can find them, but there's only one brand widely available. If you're picky, definitely bring some of your own or have family mail them to you.

[Qinella]

[dogshed]

Now it's more of a brand and price issue for some things, especially if you live in a rural area. I have to have my brand of certain things.

[PeteJB]

The shaving legs thing though, I've known quite a few who do..

[mrsquirrel]

[SPINOZA]

I love those old tips. Ever read Daves circa 2003-4? Jesus, it's a hoot. Nothing I could add would make it any funnier. Naturally, my favorites reflect on Korea's danger, random street attacks, universal unfriendliness and being able to get by food-wise on 10 dollars per day. Of course it is possible to save a fortune on kimbap, jigae and the like, but those of us who were not raised in a Romanian orphanage find we tire of that after one month maximum. Those indoctrinated with "Korea is much cheaper than back home" and whose first task in Korea is to visit Emart to stock up the new apartment with groceries will think they've landed in the real Japan.

[Boodleheimer]

I'm in the boonies. The tips for deodorant, home seasonings, and tampons are still spot on.

[Canadian Club]

I've seen 2 brands of tampons at Homever, and one at Buy the Way.

Also, E-mart and Homever both have womens' razors and refills (Venus ones, anyway).

[MANDRL]

[HighTreason]

[eimy]

[Scotticus]