KREW Says: When K-pop Becomes Anik-Anik: Global Fandom, Filipino Culture, and the Personal
Meaning of Objects
KREW Giella Corley dives into the “anik-anik” culture among K-pop fans and explores how it connects to Filipino culture.
Read: bit.ly/KREWSays_Anik-Anik
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KCC and Trunk Theatre Project, proudly brought Korean puppetry and object theater to Filipino audiences during the staging of “Cookies, Ann, Cream” on Oct. 13–14, 2026.
Know more about the fun show on PTV4’s “Rise and Shine Pilipinas” report.
WATCH: youtu.be/1oQ6aFUNqDA?si=VeET…
Ready to explore Korean culture through music? 🎶 Get ready for the 2026 Sejong Culture Academy featuring K-Pop & Minyo (Korean Folk Song)!
Check out our Facebook and IG post for more details!
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KREW Says: Now Reading: K-Stories at the 2026 MIBF and Beyond 🇰🇷
For this month’s KREW Says, Kyla Purcil shared her experience attending the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) and her love for books and K-literature!
Read the article here: bit.ly/KREWSays_K-Stories
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Did you enjoy your adventure with Ann in Antarctica? 🐧❄️
The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, together with Trunk Theatre Project, brought a little Antarctic breeze to Manila with the puppet and object theater performance “Cookies, Ann, Cream” on Oct. 13–14, 2026.
🥋 Empowering Taekwondo in the Philippines!
Since 2024, KCC Philippines has received equipment from the Taekwondo Promotion Foundation, supporting the continued practice of Taekwondo. Enrollment has grown from 145 students in 2024 to 209 in 2026! 🇰🇷🇵🇭
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This month’s book club sessions featured the following titles: <A Thousand Blues>, <Perfect Happiness>, and <Human Acts>.
Follow KCC’s social media platforms for more book content!
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책 this out! 📘
“A Thousand Blues is [an] affirmation that no man-made machine can ever replace human relationships and connection.”
Check out these reviews from our book club members for October’s Book of the Month, <A Thousand Blues>.
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K-LITERATURE HAS FINALLY ARRIVED IN THE SOUTH 🇰🇷📖
“Seoulful Stories” has finally opened at National Book Store’s Superbranch in Festival Mall.
Ready for your next K-read?
#KoreanCulture #KCCPhil #KoreanCulturePH #SeoulfulStories
Please be advised that the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines building will be closed to the public from October 15 to November 5, 2026, to make way for the construction of our upcoming exhibition.
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QUIZ KOREA: 101 RECAP! 🧠🇰🇷
Who says learning about Korea can’t be fun? Korean Cultural Center students put their Korean knowledge to the test during “Quiz Korea: 101” on October 8 as part of Hangeul Week!
#KCCPhil #KoreanCulturePH #HangeulWeek #QuizKorea101
Daily Life’s Closest Escape: Outdoors ⛰️
The October issue takes you beyond Korea’s bustling shopping streets to uncover urban getaways and lush green spaces perfect for your next adventure.
Read the latest issue here: korean-culture.org/eng/webzi…
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What a fun-filled Hangeul Week celebration! 🇰🇷🎉
Let’s look back at the exciting moments from KCC’s week-long celebration of Hangeul, through engaging activities and cultural experiences!
Until our next K-cultural adventure!
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🇰🇷 Hangeul Day (한글날)
Hangeul Day is celebrated every year to commemorate the creation and proclamation of Hangeul, the Korean alphabet created by King Sejong the Great and his scholars.
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🥢✨ Cook kkochijeon at home!
This time, we’re making Kkochijeon (꼬치전), a colorful Korean skewered jeon traditionally enjoyed during holidays like Chuseok.
Check out the full recipe in our FB/IG page!
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🎭❄️ Journey to Antarctica with “Cookies, Ann, Cream” by Trunk Theatre Project, winner of the 2024 Seoul Arts Awards – Porsche Frontier Award for Theatre! 🏆
📅 Oct 13 - 14 | 2PM
📍 KCC Philippines
🎟️ FREE! Register: bit.ly/KCCCookiesAnnCream
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✨ To celebrate Chuseok, Korean thanksgiving, the KCC recently held a hands-on cooking workshop exploring the flavors, traditions, and stories behind songpyeon and kkochijeon. 🌕🇰🇷
Check out the full recipe in our FB/IG page!
#Chuseok #ShapingHangawi #KoreanCulturePH #KCCPhil
Book of the Month 📚
This month, we’re featuring “A Thousand Blues” by Cheon Seon-ran.
With hope, friendship, and one special plan, can they give Today one last chance to run?
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🇰🇷 National Foundation Day
Gaecheonjeol is a national holiday commemorating the legendary founding of Gojoseon, the first Korean kingdom, by Dangun Wanggeom (단군왕검) in 2333 BCE.
“Gaecheon” means “opening of heaven,” while “jeol” means “commemorative day.”
We’re on a break!
In observance of the National Foundation Day (KR) and Hangeul Day (KR), the KCC will be closed on October 3 (Saturday) and 9 (Friday).
Please be guided accordingly. Thank you!
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