Q&A for Foreigners in Korea

• I watch Korean variety shows with my Korean friends and I never understand why they're laughing?
• How do I book accommodation for domestic trips in Korea but I am confused by all the options -- Airbnb, pensions, motels, hanok stays?
• How does trash disposal and recycling work in Korea, and what are the rules I need to follow?
• I am leaving Korea temporarily and need to store my belongings while I am away?
• What are the 4 major insurance deductions (4대보험) on my Korean paycheck?
• The subway and buses stop running around midnight?
• How does the experience change across seasons?
• Korea is known as a medical tourism destination?
• I am planning to live in Korea for an extended period?
• Can I import pet food and supplies to Korea?
• How do I get my National Pension (국민연금) money back when I leave Korea?
• What snow activities and winter festivals can foreigners enjoy in Korea, and how do I plan trips to ski resorts and winter events?
• What should I know about moving in Korea?
• Can I start a side business or do freelance work while employed full-time in Korea?
• How does the Korean floor heating system (ondol) work, and how do I operate the boiler in my apartment?
• I do not speak Korean?
• What are the common superstitions and cultural taboos in Korea that foreigners should be aware of to avoid causing offense or confusion?
• I lived in Korea previously and am planning to return after a long absence?
• I have a D-2 single-entry visa and my ARC is still being processed?
• How do I experience Korean festivals and cultural events but I never know what is happening and when?