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Young Korean men and women are gathered at a cafe in Seoul, taking part in a rotational speed dating event.

16 strangers, 10 minutes each: Why dating in Korea comes with a time limit and a checklist

Time is money, and with money at a premium as the cost of living goes up, young people are looking for romance in an efficient — and gatekept — way.

2026.9.12

Young Koreans seek ‘fast friends’ at solo-drinking bars, 10-minute speed dates

Experts say the phenomenon reflects young people’s preference for forming loose social ties without the complexity and obligations of deeper relationships.

2026.8.18

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People enjoy a yacht ride near Sebitseom, a cultural complex on the Han River, at Banpo Hangang Park in southern Seoul on Feb. 29, 2022. [WOO SANG-JO]

Nearly 3,300 people looking for love apply for blind date event hosted by Seoul gov't

The Seoul Metropolitan Government on Thursday announced that 3,286 people signed up for an upcoming matchmaking event, set to take place on Nov. 23 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at a cultural complex on the Han River.

2024.11.14

[WHY] More than just blind dates and apps: How Koreans are finding love in 2024

With the rise of dating apps and an almost limitless pool of potential matches online, many people are taking a more proactive approach to finding love, moving beyond the traditional, more passive methods.

2024.8.24

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blind dates

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Nearly 3,300 people looking for love apply for blind date event hosted by Seoul gov't

[WHY] More than just blind dates and apps: How Koreans are finding love in 2024