- South Korea is famous for many things. Name one.
- In sports, music, TV and movies there are many South Koreans who are famous in Japan. Name one. Tell us about where they are from, how they became famous and why they are popular.
- There are many Korean foods that are popular in Japan. Name one. Do you like it? Why?
- Have you ever been to South Korea? If yes, was it a good experience? Why? If no, where in South Korea would you like to go and what would you like to do?
- South Korea, North Korea and Japan have historically strained ties and a complex relationship. Do you think the relationship between South Korea and Japan has been getting better over recent years or getting worse? Why?
- Will we see Korean reunification in our lifetime? Why do you think that?
Question 1
I think Korean food is famous. I really enjoy chijimi and some other dishes. Sadly, some Korean food is too spicey for me.Question 2
I think Korean boy bands are famous in Japan and K-pop is pretty big worldwide. I do not know any famous groups as I am not a K-pop fun.Question 3
I like chijimi as there are many variaties and it complements so many other dishes.Question 4
I have never set foot in Korea. I would like to go as I like the food. It is difficult nowadays due to COVID-19. Maybe in the future I will go.Question 5
I think the business relationships with Japan and Korea are strong, after all, money talks. Politically, I think things are better than they were, but there is much more improvement needed.Question 6
I do not think we will see a unified Korea any time soon. Their poltical structures are too different and there would need to be a massive event to change one of them.Tough Vocabulary
| - English - | - Japanese - |
|---|---|
| pretty big | かなり大したこと |
| complements other dishes | 他の料理を補完する |
| set foot | 足を踏み入れる |
| money talks | 金がものを言う |