Jose Sanchez
Research expert covering society, economy, & politics for Latin America
Art and culture in South Korea - statistics & facts
The home of the global cultural phenomenon that is hallyu (the Korean wave) hopes to successfully bounce back from the setbacks it has suffered in recent years. After experiencing record low figures in 2020, attendance numbers have increased across several types of cultural activities. Nevertheless, most of the arts and culture industry remains in the shadow of South Korea's film industry. In recent times, South Korean author Han Kang's landmark achievement has led to a surge in demand for literature.
