Gwangbokjeol Manse! Happy 80th National Liberation Day, Korea!
What is Gwangbokjeol? August 15, 2025 marks a historic milestone for South Korea: the 80th anniversary of Gwangbokjeol (광복절), also known as the National Liberation Day. Gwangbokjeol, which translates to “Restoration of Light Day”, celebrates Korea’s independence from 35 years of Japanese colonial rule on August 15, 1945. To many Koreans, the restoration of independence…
