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๐ŸŒ KOREAN CHARACTER l Big Names, Big WorldsFrom messaging stickers to global merchandise, Korean character IPs have grown...
29/09/2026

๐ŸŒ KOREAN CHARACTER l Big Names, Big Worlds

From messaging stickers to global merchandise, Korean character IPs have grown into major brands with audiences around the world. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ทโœจ

Meet three Korean character IPs that have grown far beyond the digital world:

๐Ÿ’› KAKAO FRIENDS
Created by Kakao, KAKAO FRIENDS grew from KakaoTalk emoticons into one of Koreaโ€™s best-known character IPs. Its flagship character Ryan celebrated his 10th anniversary in 2026, with more than 10,000 types of merchandise released and collaborations with over 500 brands.

๐Ÿงธ LINE FRIENDS
Originally created as stickers for the LINE messaging app, LINE FRIENDS has grown into a global character IP platform. Today, it has a presence in 18 countries, with a cumulative gross merchandise volume of KRW 5.9 trillion and a global social media fandom of over 70 million.

๐Ÿ’œ BT21
Created through a collaboration between BTS and LINE FRIENDS, BT21 has developed into a character universe of its own. By 2025, the IP had built a global fandom of over 50 million, while its animated series surpassed 530 million cumulative views.

From everyday messaging to merchandise, content and global collaborations, these IPs show how Korean characters can grow into brands with worldwide reach. ๐ŸŒโœจ

Which one is your favorite? ๐Ÿ‘‡

Stay tuned for more introductions to Korean character IPs!

๐ŸŒ• HAPPY CHUSEOK! ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ทChuseok(์ถ”์„), one of Koreaโ€™s most important traditional holidays, is celebrated on the 15th day of the...
25/09/2026

๐ŸŒ• HAPPY CHUSEOK! ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท

Chuseok(์ถ”์„), one of Koreaโ€™s most important traditional holidays, is celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar.

Families gather to share traditional food, visit their hometowns, honor their ancestors, and spend time together. One of the most popular Chuseok traditions is enjoying songpyeon(์†กํŽธ), half-moon-shaped rice cakes traditionally made with family members.

May this Chuseok bring you a warm and joyful time with the people you love. ๐ŸŒ•โœจ

#์ถ”์„

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Step into Korean History through K-Dramas!From Joseonโ€™s royal court to the turbulent final years of the dynasty, Kore...
24/09/2026

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Step into Korean History through K-Dramas!

From Joseonโ€™s royal court to the turbulent final years of the dynasty, Korean historical dramas bring the past to life through stories of love, power, ambition, and tradition.

Meet three dramas that offer very different takes on Korean history:

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Mr. Sunshine โ€” A sweeping story of love and resistance set during a turning point in Korean history.

๐Ÿงฃ The Red Sleeve โ€” A royal romance inspired by the real lives of King Jeongjo and Royal Noble Consort Uibin Seong.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ Bon Appรฉtit, Your Majesty โ€” A time-travel romance where a modern chef finds herself cooking for a Joseon king.

Which one would you watch first? ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐Ÿ“š Korean Webtoons Loved Worldwide ๐ŸŒŽKorean webtoons are reaching readers around the world, with some titles drawing hundr...
22/09/2026

๐Ÿ“š Korean Webtoons Loved Worldwide ๐ŸŒŽ

Korean webtoons are reaching readers around the world, with some titles drawing hundreds of millions โ€” and even billions โ€” of views globally.

Meet three Korean webtoons that have made a major impact with their unique stories and characters:

๐Ÿ—ก๏ธ Return of the Blossoming Blade
โ€” A martial arts fantasy following a legendary swordsmanโ€™s journey to rebuild his fallen sect.

โšก Eleceed
โ€” A fast-paced action series about a teenager with a special ability and a powerful Awakened being hiding in the body of a cat.

๐ŸŒณ The Greatest Estate Developer
โ€” A fantasy adventure blending engineering, comedy, and unexpected problem-solving.

With massive global readerships, these webtoons show the growing reach and diversity of Korean storytelling. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท๐ŸŒŽ

Which one would you read first? ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐ŸŽฎ GAMES MADE IN KOREA l BEYOND ACTION ๐ŸŒŽKorean games go beyond action and combat, offering unique experiences across adve...
18/09/2026

๐ŸŽฎ GAMES MADE IN KOREA l BEYOND ACTION ๐ŸŒŽ

Korean games go beyond action and combat, offering unique experiences across adventure, life simulation, and time-bending gameplay. ๐ŸŽฎโœจ

Discover three Korean games that show just how diverse Korean game development can be:

๐ŸŒŠ DAVE THE DIVER
Dive into the mysterious Blue Hole by day and run a sushi restaurant by night in this unique adventure and management game.
๐Ÿ“ฑ Now available on iOS and Android, bringing its underwater adventure to mobile.

๐Ÿก inZOI
Create your own characters, build homes, and experience everyday life in a highly customizable virtual world.
โœจ From appearance and surroundings to relationships and daily activities, players can shape their own stories.

โฑ๏ธ Ascend to ZERO
A time-bending action roguelike where players can stop and manipulate time during intense battles.
โšก Experiment with different abilities and strategies as you fight through a ruined future.

From running a restaurant to creating a virtual life and manipulating time, Korean games offer more than just action. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท๐ŸŽฎ

Which one would you play first? ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐ŸŽฌ HAS ARRIVED IN AUSTRALIA! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บNa Hong-jinโ€™s highly anticipated sci-fi thriller is now showing in Australian cinemas.St...
16/09/2026

๐ŸŽฌ HAS ARRIVED IN AUSTRALIA! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

Na Hong-jinโ€™s highly anticipated sci-fi thriller is now showing in Australian cinemas.

Starring Hoyeon, Hwang Jung-min and Zo In-sung, the film marks Na Hong-jinโ€™s return to the big screen with a genre-bending story set in a remote town facing an extraordinary threat.

Catch in cinemas now! ๐Ÿฟ

๐Ÿ’˜ Looking for Love?From singles meeting on a tropical island to ex-lovers navigating new relationships, Korean dating sh...
14/09/2026

๐Ÿ’˜ Looking for Love?

From singles meeting on a tropical island to ex-lovers navigating new relationships, Korean dating shows bring romance, drama, and unexpected connections to the screen. ๐Ÿ’•

Here are three Korean dating shows you should watch:

๐ŸŒด Singleโ€™s Inferno โ€” Singles compete for a chance to escape to โ€œParadiseโ€ and get to know their connections away from the island.

๐Ÿ’” EXchange โ€” Former couples live together while navigating their feelings for their exes and the possibility of finding new love.

๐Ÿ’ I am SOLO โ€” Singles meet with the goal of finding a partner, exploring relationships, values, and even the possibility of marriage.

With unique formats and very different approaches to romance, these shows offer a glimpse into the diverse world of Korean dating reality shows. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท

Which one would you watch first? ๐Ÿ‘€

๐ŸŽถ K-Music #2 l Spring has arrived in Australia ๐ŸŒธLooking for the perfect soundtrack for the season? Here are three Korea...
11/09/2026

๐ŸŽถ K-Music #2 l Spring has arrived in Australia ๐ŸŒธ

Looking for the perfect soundtrack for the season? Here are three Korean songs that capture different sides of spring โ€” from playful romance and blooming flowers to the excitement of new beginnings. ๐ŸŽง

๐ŸŒธ HIGH4 & IU โ€” Not Spring, Love, or Cherry Blossoms
๐ŸŒท LUCY โ€” Flowering
๐Ÿคž TWS โ€” plot twist

Which one would you add to your spring playlist? ๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŒ KOREAN CHARACTERS GOING GLOBALFrom viral songs to beloved animation characters, Korean character IPs are reaching audi...
09/09/2026

๐ŸŒ KOREAN CHARACTERS GOING GLOBAL

From viral songs to beloved animation characters, Korean character IPs are reaching audiences around the world. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ทโœจ

Meet three Korean character IPs that have made their mark both in Korea and overseas:

๐Ÿฆˆ Baby Shark
Created by The Pinkfong Company, Baby Shark grew from a viral childrenโ€™s song into a global entertainment IP. โ€œBaby Shark Danceโ€ became the first YouTube video to surpass 10 billion views, reaching audiences in 25 languages across 244 regions.

๐Ÿง Pororo
Created by ICONIX, Pororo the Little Penguin has been loved in Korea since its debut in 2003. The animated series was broadcast in 33 countries as early as 2005, with the IP continuing to expand through global licensing and merchandise.

๐Ÿงš Catch! Teenieping
Created by SAMG Entertainment, Catch! Teenieping quickly became a popular character animation IP after its debut in 2020. It has expanded into markets including China and Japan, with media distribution and toy export agreements across Eastern Europe.

Which Korean character is your favorite? ๐Ÿ‘‡

Stay tuned for more introductions to Korean character IPs! ๐ŸŒโœจ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2026 DISCOVER KOREA FESTIVALOn August 15, the 2026 Discover Korea Festival brought Korean culture and...
04/09/2026

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2026 DISCOVER KOREA FESTIVAL

On August 15, the 2026 Discover Korea Festival brought Korean culture and K-content to Sydneyโ€™s Overseas Passenger Terminal! ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ทโœจ

KOCCA Australia joined the festival as a Public Agency exhibitor, meeting visitors and introducing them to Koreaโ€™s creative content industry and KOCCAโ€™s work connecting Korean content with global markets.

The festival also featured energetic K-pop performances by dance cover team Himi, supported by KOCCA Australia. ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ”ฅ Across four performances, Himi brought the stage to life with songs including โ€œGolden,โ€ โ€œSoda Pop,โ€ โ€œDynamite,โ€ and โ€œJump,โ€ drawing enthusiastic cheers from the crowd!

Swipe through to relive some of the moments from the festival. ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ“ธ

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