A Korean "Rong Zhen" (榮珍) and a Taiwanese "You Jin" (尤金) often invite many Koreans to share and discuss the daily life of Taiwan and South Korea, food, workplace and other different topics on their YouTube channel " Taihan.namja대한남자". It is very popular among young audiences.
In this episode of 【New immigrants in Taiwan】, You Jin invited Sam, a Korean who had lived in Taiwan for many years, to come to the show. Sam grew up in Taoyuan Zhongli and did not return to Korea until he needs to serve in military service. After living in Taiwan for many years, he also said in Taiwanese, “He feels like a Taiwanese at heart.” He also shared the differences he experienced in terms of appellation and outfit in Korea and Taiwan workplaces.
YouTuber You Jin尤金 (right) invited Sam (left) - a South Korean who had lived in Taiwan for many years to discuss the afternoon tea differences between Taiwan and South Korea. (Photo/Provided by taihan.namja대한남자)
The first difference Sam thinks of is about appellations and greetings. Most of the colleagues in Taiwan can call each other’s names directly. In addition, Sam once saw that subordinates in Taiwan would ask their superiors "What do you want to eat after work?" It surprised him because this will not happen in South Korea. Sam said that the workplace atmosphere in Taiwan is more like a big family, and there is less distance between the superiors and the subordinates.
During the lunch break in Taiwan, there is no such culture where all colleagues have to eat together. This is agreeable to Sam because he can enjoy the alone time without being considered as having no team spirit. Taiwan’s afternoon tea often includes chicken chops and bubble tea, while South Korea is iced American coffee.
Lastly for the clothing and grooming, Sam and You Jin said that the workplace outfits in Taiwan can be casual. Some companies allow jeans and sports shoes; in South Korea, most of them wear formal clothes. You Jin mentioned that men should wear formal clothes when working in South Korea. The bangs were combed back and blown into "oil heads." He also pointed out as a Korean, the whole appearance looks more energetic.
Both You Jin and Sam have experience working in Taiwan and South Korea. During the sharing sessions, their experiences resonate with each other.
Working in Taiwan, the atmosphere between colleagues is relatively informal which is not the same in Korea. No matter which country or place you work in, you will experience different cultures and it takes time to adapt.
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