If there is one thing that is similar about Korea and my country, it is the love for music and entertainment. It is common for people in both countries to enjoy festivals and concerts of various genres in different settings, whether in the big cities or countryside.
One of the most iconic ways this love for music shows up in everyday life is through karaoke. In Korea, the noraebang (노래방), or singing room, is a popular destination for people of all ages. Whether you're out with friends after dinner or having a solo night out, it’s completely normal to step into a private karaoke room and sing to your heart’s content.
It's not that karaoke is not available in Indonesia, but rather the convenience and accessibility of it in Korea that thrill me the most. In Indonesia, karaoke is also a beloved activity. Many families and friend groups rent out private rooms, just like in Korea, and spend hours singing together. It’s a source of laughter, bonding, and sometimes even emotional release when a ballad hits a little too close to home.
Karaoke may seem like a simple form of entertainment, but in both cultures, it holds a special place in the social lives of many. It presents an opportunity for everyone to bond and to relieve their stress by singing to their heart's content. Although I still sing off-key most of the time, I still aim for the 100 score, and perhaps, they'll give me some bonus minutes?
If there is one thing that is similar about Korea and my country, it is the love for music and entertainment. It is common for people in both countries to enjoy festivals and concerts of various genres in different settings, whether in the big cities or countryside.
One of the most iconic ways this love for music shows up in everyday life is through karaoke. In Korea, the noraebang (노래방), or singing room, is a popular destination for people of all ages. Whether you're out with friends after dinner or having a solo night out, it’s completely normal to step into a private karaoke room and sing to your heart’s content.
It's not that karaoke is not available in Indonesia, but rather the convenience and accessibility of it in Korea that thrill me the most. In Indonesia, karaoke is also a beloved activity. Many families and friend groups rent out private rooms, just like in Korea, and spend hours singing together. It’s a source of laughter, bonding, and sometimes even emotional release when a ballad hits a little too close to home.
Karaoke may seem like a simple form of entertainment, but in both cultures, it holds a special place in the social lives of many. It presents an opportunity for everyone to bond and to relieve their stress by singing to their heart's content. Although I still sing off-key most of the time, I still aim for the 100 score, and perhaps, they'll give me some bonus minutes?