Five major events through which Italians came to know Korea well.

 

I heard this from a guide, so I’m not sure how accurate it is, but it does make a lot of sense.

There are two examples from sports and three from popular culture that illustrate this idea. It’s definitely something worth thinking about.

First, in the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup, Korea’s victory over Italy in the round of 16 became a historic moment. Soccer is more than just a sport in Italy—it’s practically a way of life.

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Second, when Kim Min-jae led Napoli to a championship, it was another iconic achievement for Korean sports on the global stage.

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From the world of popular culture, PSY’s Gangnam Style was a groundbreaking moment that introduced K-pop to a global audience.

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Squid Game also captivated the world, becoming one of Netflix’s most-watched series and sparking countless discussions about its themes.

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And here’s something I hadn’t even thought about before—the Baby Shark song. It’s one of those viral phenomena that’s impossible to ignore.

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Most recently, BLACKPINK’s Rosé released a song called Apartment. Within just a week of its release, it seems poised to take the world by storm.

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