Do's and Don'ts
Do use both hands when giving something to a Korean.Do pour drinks for others and allow them to pour for you - it's impolite to pour your own drink.Don't blow your nose in public or at meals - Koreans find it disgusting. If the need arises, slip off to the restroom or find another private spot.Do plan on being either the guest or the host if dining with a Korean – going ‘Dutch’ (where everyone pays for themselves) is not done. Usually the eldest person buys.Don't expect apologies when pushed or jostled in the street. It may be disconcerting to visitors, but Koreans view this as an unavoidable consequence of living in a densely populated country.Don’t wear shorts, short skirts or sleeveless tops when entering a Buddhist temple.Don't write a Korean's name in red ink. This indicates that the person is deceased.Don't forget to remove shoes prior to entering private homes, temples or even...
