About me
Welcome to Paper Lantern Paths
A blog where Korean language learning meets the beauty of cultural discovery.
I’m a Korean language educator and a wanderer at heart. Through this space, I share Korean expressions, grammar tips, and language insights—woven into real stories of travel, food, daily life, and tradition. From hidden alleys to vibrant market in Korea, each path I take becomes a lantern of its own, lighting the way for learners and lovers of culture.
Whether you’re learning Korean, planning your trip to Asia, or simply curious about how language shapes a journey—you’re warmly invited to walk this path with me.
What You’ll find Here
On this blog, you’ll find:
• Beginner-friendly Korean language explanations
• Insights into modern Korean expressions and slang
• Cultural nuances that textbooks often miss
• Travel reflections from Korea (and occasionally beyond)
My goal is to make Korean feel structured, approachable, and meaningful.
Expertise
• Teaching Korean since 2017, both online and offline
• Taught over 500 students from 5 different countries
• Specialized in intercultural communication and translation-focused learning
• Passionate about helping learners connect Korean with their own language & worldview
Experience
• Born and Raised in South Korea 🇰🇷
• Lived in Thailand 🇹🇭 and the Netherlands 🇳🇱
• Traveled to over 20 countries across Asia and Europe
• Always searching for stories behind places, not just places themselves
Exploration
• Fluent in English
• Conversational in Thai
• Can read basic French and Dutch
• Currently learning how different languages shap different minds
Hee
Educator & Creator