KOREA WEBZINE May 2025
KOREA WEBZINE May 2025
Choeae X Character 최애 X 캐릭터
The Korean term “최애” (choeae) featured on the cover blends “최고” (choego, meaning “the best”) with “애정” (aejeong meaning “affection”). It’s used to describe something you love most dearly. In Korea, animated characters are simply called “characters.” And the word “ 캐릭터” on the cover is just the English word “character” written in Characters (Korean alphabet). People often draw courage and strength from cute, charming characters—cherishing them so deeply they sometimes become part of their identity. That’s why “choeae” and “character” frequently appear together in Korean. The cover showcases Korea’s beloved characters. Take a moment to appreciate these Korean characters that have captured so many hearts.
Character 캐릭터
Korea is experiencing a golden age of character mascots. With their powerful charm of cuteness, these characters have become friends to all generations. Korean characters, with their gentle yet powerful ability to captivate everyone’s hearts, are now crossing international borders.
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Korean Characters: A Hit With All Ages
세대를 초월한 매력, 캐릭터
Animated characters: they’re no longer just for kids. Men and women, young and old—Korea’s characters are adored across the board. This article explores the powerful potential just waiting to be unlocked from the character industry.
Cover Story 2
Characters Enter Everyday Life
캐릭터, 일상 속으로
TV animation and comic book characters are now playing active roles in our daily lives. Characters that have emerged on the music industry stage and social media are rapidly spreading and capturing the public’s affection.
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Characters, Connection and Flexible Wave of Expansion
한국 캐릭터, 연결과 확장의 유연한 파고
Korean characters didn’t just enter daily life—they energized it. Their success stems from compelling worldbuilding, genuine emotional connections, tech adoption and smart global marketing.
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