I can’t speak for everyone when I write this post, but I can say dating my Korean boyfriend, Aaron is awesome. Do I love him because he’s Korean? Well, no. I love the part of him that is Korean because it makes our relationship unique. Like every couple, we had our ups and downs.
You may have fallen in love with Korean men you see on the dramas with their flawless complexions, great smiles and for being adorable boyfriends. While all men are different and it’s unfair to overgeneralize Korean men into one category, I can say a few things ring true when it comes to dating a Korean man. Here’s five reasons why dating a Korean guy is awesome.
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Delicious Korean Food
If you love extremely flavorful food whether it be spicy or fermented, then you will love having a Korean boyfriend! He will take you out for barbecue and all sorts of delicious stews. For me, Mexican and Italian food are also full of flavor that keep me wanting more so it was only a matter of time before I discovered Korean food was my spirit food. Dating a Korean man is for the foodies and adventurous because you never know what you’ll discover with your Korean man.
Couple Everything
Korea is couple central with apps like Between, couple phone cases, rings, shoes, etc. You mention it and Korea has it. Whether your Korean boyfriend wants to admit it or not, he secretly loves the idea of couple things and with enough “persistence” will eventually bend to your will. Aaron got us couple t-shirts and I will have to admit they’re probably the coolest thing we own. We’re not into the mushy stuff and we always get compliments on our shirts. Seriously though… It takes a real man to put on a Tuxedo Mask costume. #justsayin
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PDA
Koreans are all about showing who is dating who. I can always expect Aaron to put his arm around my waist or hold my hand. He’ll always lend me his shoulder on the train and make sure I’m safe when walking the on the roads or crossing the street. In America, I’m very aware not to be one of those annoying couples who are all over each other in public. In Korea, I find myself caring less about what others think and holding my boyfriend on the train. I like sending out the statement, “This is mine.”
Special Surprises
Korean men can be super thoughtful as I found out on my birthday. They will take the time to plan something nice and put work into it. It’s ingrained into them to treat their lady like the princess she is. Korean dramas are dramas because everything is exaggerated, but there is some truth behind the romantic gestures and flowers. Just know that your hunk is thinking about you and will show you his love and tell you about it.
Pleasers
I’m not gonna say every man is the same because they’re not, but when you give a man a challenge, he’ll accept and try to overcome it. If Aaron really upsets me, he’ll do his best to remedy the situation. If I want to take a million photos, he’ll do it. If I want to shoot a YouTube video, he’ll help me. He’s changed into a better man in more ways than one and he continues to push himself to become a better man that I can admire every day.
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Dating the male species is never an easy thing and if they’re from a different culture, it can be quite challenging. I’m shamelessly admitting couple everything is my favorite and going out to eat delicious food. If you’re dating a Korean guy, what are your favorite things about them? Would love to hear your feedback.
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Oh what a sweet post Gina! I love your honesty and can truly feel how happy your real makes you. Intercultural relationships can be difficult and challenging but it sounds like you and your man have managed to find that sweet spot. Much ❤️ to you both!!
Thanks so much for your sweet comment! I really appreciate it! Intercultural relationships are never easy, but if both people want to make it work, then it will!
You are both so cute! 🙂 You make a great-looking couple! My friend married a Korean guy and she told me that they’re super romantic. When they weren’t an official couple yet, he held her hand one day and apparently, that was him saying “we’re official now!” 🙂 They really are the sweetest.
Thanks so much for reading this! Korean guys really do know how to dote on their girlfriends. Sometimes I feel like I’m in a drama with the way Aaron is.
Its so sweet!! You seems so happy!! I love delicious Korean food and special surprises 🙂 Kisses to both of you 🙂
American men could sure learn a thing or two from this. haha
I have noticed that culturally most men are different – and a lot of asian cultures the men are very fond of their women and like to take lots of selfies that they initiate and show PDA.
It’s funny how much all of us are a product of our culture, as much as we may feel like we’re individuals or don’t even fit in at home. It’s nice to take a moment to reflect on all the great things about the culture of a country. Thanks for sharing this!
This is such a cute post Gina! You two look super sweet and so happy. Really pleased that you have found each other 🙂
What a sweet post. I’m sure Aaron loves knowing he’s adored. Although my husband is American, he shares many of the same qualities! It’s great to find the person who fits perfectly isn’t it? Cheers!
Too sweet! It was really interesting reading about how relationships work in the Korean culture. I love that they take pride in PDA’s! I also picked up a boyfriend overseas – the now husband hails from the States, while I’m from Aus, so I’m always interested in the cultural differences of international love!
You two are adorable! I imagine that it can be both fascinating and difficult to date someone from another culture, but I think it’s great that you’re meeting in the middle.
I wrote a similar post about my Korean mother-in-law haha. Korean men and their mothers get a lot of flack for some reason. My husband has always been much more open to dressing up in quirky outfits than any guy I dated in the States. I LOVE that openness.