Seven things that surprise foreigners about Korea were suggested by an online community.
1. Shops’ long opening hours -- some open 24 hours a day, even restaurants.
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2. The speedy delivery service that is cheap and often free
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3. The many private institutions that crowd town centers
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4. Koreans’ penchant for miniskirts and hot pants
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5. While many Westerners want to get a tan, Koreans use umbrellas to block the sun
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6. The wide range of uses found for toilet roll
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7. Convenient public transportation infrastructure
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