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Social Distancing Level in Busan Area: Level 1.5 (from June 14 until July 4)
From: https://english.busan.go.kr/bsnews01/1492105
Social Distancing Level in Busan Area: Level 1.5 (with some adjusted quarantine measures)
(Effective Monday, June 14 until Sunday, July 4, 2021)
Quarantine Measures for Prevention and Control (Common):
Required quarantine rules:
① Wear a mask, ② Keep a visitor log (except shops·marts·department stores),
③ Ventilate and disinfect regularly,
④ Prohibit eating outside in food service areas, excluding water and non-alcoholic beverages,
⑤ Restrict entry of those with symptoms, ⑥ Appoint a disease control and prevention supervisor, ⑦ Public notice of quarantine measures for prevention and control, and facility capacity
1. Gatherings/Events
Private gatherings:
Private gatherings of 5 or more persons are prohibited
*Except when immediate family are gathering (gatherings of up to 8 persons to be allowed); when the families of the bride and the bridegroom have a meeting (gatherings of up to 8 persons to be allowed); when the private gatherings are accompanied with infants aged under 6 (gatherings of up to 8 persons to be allowed, only gatherings of up to 4 persons except infants aged under 6); when it is required for the care of children, the elderly, or the disabled; when a person is about to pass away requiring the family to gather; when people gather for sports games at sports facilities with their facility’s manager (hosting sports games at indoor and outdoor futsal fields, soccer fields and baseball fields); when people gather for traditional first-birthday parties for babies, celebrations known as doljanchi, at specialized venues with disinfection protocols.
*Those who are vaccinated against COVID-19 won’t be included in the count for family gatherings of up to 8 people, meaning it is possible to exceed gatherings of 8 family members.
*People who are vaccinated against COVID-19 include those who have received two vaccine doses (or completed applicable single-dose vaccination); those who have passed 14 days after getting their first dose of the vaccine.
– Reservations or entrance of 5 or more persons to multi-purpose facilities, including restaurants are prohibited
Other gatherings & events
- Gatherings or events with over 500 participants need to be reported and discussed with local governments. Mandatory compliance with quarantine measures
- Ban on rallies, festivals, large scale concerts and academic events with over 100 participants
- Wear a mask indoors, keep a visitor log, ventilate and disinfect regularly
Maintain 2-meter (at least 1-meter) distancing in the facilities
2. Multi-use Facilities
Comply with mandatory quarantine measures (wear a mask, keep visitor log (excluding department stores, marts, shops), ventilate and disinfect regularly, appoint a disease control and prevention supervisor)
▷ Priority facilities:
5 types of entertainment facilities (bars, including night clubs and room salons, colatecs (Korean-style cabaret), karaoke bars, pubs, hunting pochas), Hold’em pubs (card game pubs)): Suspension of operations after 12AM until 5AM the next day, Required use of electronic log systems (including staff), limit on the number of people (1 person/8㎡, including staff and dealer), required to wear gloves when using public goods such as dice, cards, etc., when singing wear a facemask (install partitions and only one person singing at a time is allowed), dancing is prohibited (no operation of dancing halls or dance floors), Prohibited for people to move from room/table to room/table.
Door-to-door sales and direct sales promotion halls: Suspension of operations after 10PM until 5AM the next day, no eating (water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed) and singing, limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡)
Singing rooms (including coin singing rooms): Suspension of operations after 12AM until 5AM the next day, required use of an electronic log system, limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡), No eating (water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed rooms must be immediately disinfected and ventilate for more than 10 minutes after use.
Indoor standing performance halls: No eating (water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed), limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡)
Restaurants/cafes (including unmanned cafes):
-When more than two customers order only coffee, a beverage or dessert menu item, they will be strongly recommended to stay for up to an hour only.
-Take-out and delivery only past 12AM until 5AM the next day
-Facilities of 50㎡ or larger in size, comply with one of the following measures: ① Distance of 1 meter between tables; ② Empty seats/tables between seats/tables; ③ Install partitions between tables
-Buffets: Use of plastic gloves or hand sanitizers before and after use of tongs, plates, and utensils; keep distance between users in line for food.
▷ Regular facilities:
- Indoor sports facilities (including indoor winter sports facilities): Eating food is prohibited (water, non-alcohol beverage is permitted), limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡)
- Private academies (excluding study rooms), job training centers: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡) or keeping one empty seat between seats, No eating (water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed)
- Wedding halls, funeral halls: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡).
- Bathhouses: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡), eating food is prohibited (except water and non-alcohol beverage), no operations of saunas in bathhouses
- Movie theaters, Concert halls: Keep one seat empty between customers (sitting next to a companion is permitted); eating food is prohibited (except water and non-alcohol beverage)
- PC rooms: Keep one seat empty between customers; eating food is prohibited (except water and non-alcohol beverage)
- Multi-rooms/DVD rooms: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡); No eating (eating in individual spaces divided with partitions is acceptable; water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed)
- Study rooms and cafes: Keep one seat empty between visitors (except with partitions), group rooms up to 50% capacity (up to 4 persons), No eating (eating in individual spaces divided with partitions or in food zone is acceptable; water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed)
- Amusement and water parks: Limit on number of users to 1/2 of capacity
- Barbershops/hair salons: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡) or keep one seat empty between customers, eating food is prohibited (except water and non-alcohol beverage).
- Department stores·large supermarkets: Visitor temperature checks, mandatory to wear a face mask, ventilate and disinfect regularly
- Retail stores other than department stores and large supermarkets (larger than 300 ㎡): Mandatory to wear a face mask, ventilate and disinfect regularly
- Convenience stores are only permitted take-out and delivery past 12AM until 5AM the next day (eating food and providing an area to eat including outdoor tables are prohibited).
- Street vendors are only permitted take-out and delivery past 12AM. until 5AM the next day (eating food is prohibited).
3. Daily Life and Social & Economic Activities
▷ Mandatory to wear a face mask
All indoor facilities, outdoor locations where people cannot stay 2 meters apart; administrative fine to be imposed for violations
▷ Sports activities: Limited spectators (30%)
▷Use of public transportation: Mandatory to wear a face mask
▷School: 2/3 of student capacity recommended
▷Religious activities: In-person worship services (i.e. Christian, Catholic, Buddhist, Cheondoist) at less than 30 percent seat capacity, but prohibited from holding meetings, providing meals and accommodation. Especially, prohibited from holding meetings and events except regular religious activities at prayer houses, retreat and missionary centers.
▷Work Pattern:
Working from home recommended for a proportion of workers per organization/division (e.g: 1/3 of employees)
Mandatory wearing of face masks in businesses considered high-risk (distribution and logistics centers, call centers)
Other Activities
▷ Accommodations: prohibited from exceeding capacity of people in one room; a ban on gatherings for events and parties hosted at accommodation venues, public notice of hosting private parties, resulting in compulsory check-out
▷ Party rooms: Limit on the number of people (1 person/8㎡), comply with one of the following measures: ① Distance of 1 meter between tables; ② Empty seats/tables between seats/tables; ③ Install partitions between tables
▷ Sales businesses with experiential activities and briefing sessions (regardless of being registered or unregistered): Ban on briefing sessions; ban on close contact between salespeople and customers during experiential activities. (Clean or sanitize customers’ hands and equipment after experiential activities, keep two meters distance between customers)
▷ Exhibits and expos: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡), no eating (water and non-alcoholic beverages allowed)
▷ International conferences: Limit on the number of people (1 person/4㎡)
▷ National and public facilities: Suspended operations of velodromes, regattas and race courses, Casinos limited to 20% of visitor capacity; Other facilities (including sports facilities) limited to 50% capacity
▷ Social welfare facilities: Operating under strict quarantine measures.
※ Facilities’ operations shall be partially suspended and only provide emergency care in consideration of increasing virus cases within a region or the risk/disinfection situation at facilities
The city government will impose a “one-strike-out” policy on rule violations. A violation of the quarantine rules even once will immediately result in operations being shut down.
Violations of the quarantine rules: Fines of up to 100,000 won for individual violators and up to 3 million won for facility managers, business owners and operators.
Ggotbi – Rain of Flowers: 꽃비
Whenever you enter a Korean Buddhist temple shrine hall, one of the very first things you’ll notice are the floral paintings adorning the ceiling of the structure. These floral patterns are known as “Ggotbi – 꽃비” in Korean, or “Rain of Flowers” in English. You might also see paper lanterns designed as pink or purple lotus flowers suspended from the ceiling, as well. So why exactly are these flowers painted or hanging from the ceiling? And what do they symbolize?
History of Flower CeilingsThe Introduction of the Lotus Sutra describes the sermon given by Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha) on Vulture Peak. As Seokgamoni-bul completed his sermon entitled “Immeasurable Meanings,” he “sat down cross-legged, undisturbed in body and mind among the great assembly and entered the samadhi [meditative consciousness] called the ‘abode of immeasurable meanings.'” It was while he did this that “…great manjusaka flowers [celestial flowers] fell like rain from the sky, scattering over the Buddha and all of his attendants.”
The Rain of Flowers from inside the Daeung-jeon Hall at Pyochungsa Temple in Miryang, Gyeongsangnam-do. The “Ggotbi – 꽃비” from Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do.There is another reference in the Lotus Sutra found in chapter seven entitled “The Parable of the Phantom City,” where thirty-three devas built a lion seat under a bodhi tree for the Buddha. “As soon as the Buddha sat on this seat, all the Brahmas rained down various heavenly flowers for a hundred yojanas [ancient Indian measurement] around; periodically a fragrant breeze would blow away the withered flowers and they would rain down fresh ones.” The devas created this lion seat so that the Buddha, Seokgamoni-bul, could sit on it and gain supreme and universal enlightenment. And after gaining enlightenment, to the time of his earthly death, flowers would rain down from heaven periodically on the Buddha, Seokgamoni-bul.
SymbolismWith these textual references in mind, a Korean Buddhist temple shrine hall’s ceiling is symbolically referring to the Lotus Sutra. The Korean temple shrine hall is meant to symbolize the site of the Vulture Peak Assembly, where the Buddha, Seokgamoni-bul, taught his community his teachings. And a second reason for these painted flowers and hanging paper lotus flowers is that the Buddha, Seokgamoni-bul, gained enlightenment under a sky of flowers. With all of this in mind, the ceiling of flowers is meant to remind monks, nuns, and devotees that they too can gain enlightenment.
The hanging paper lotus flowers at Wonhyoam Hermitage in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. DesignThere are two typical ways in which these floral patterns make their presence known inside a Korean temple shrine hall. The first is that they are painted on the ceiling of the structure. They are typically divided into cross-hatched sections with a lotus flower painted in the centre. And while the lotus flower is the most common flower that you’ll find adorning the ceiling flowers, it isn’t exclusive. Sometimes you’ll find peonies, roses, and other colourful flowers, too. And the other way in which these celestial flowers can manifest themselves is as purple and pink paper lotus flowers that are suspended from the ceiling of the temple shrine hall. Typically they are suspended at head height or just above it.
ConclusionSo now that you know what all these flowers are meant to symbolize inside a Korean Buddhist temple shrine hall, you can now appreciate them that much more. While they are aesthetically pleasing to the eye, they are also packed with the symbolic meaning of the Buddha’s enlightenment. And they act as a reminder that enlightenment is also possible for anyone at any time, as well.
From Sinheungsa Temple in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. And from Jogyesa Temple in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. —Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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This post covers what you need to know about jobs in Korea for foreigners.
It includes:
- How to find your first job
- The pros and cons of working in Korea
I got my first job in South Korea in 2006 and worked at a variety of companies. Here's what I learned from my experience.
Let's dive right in!
How to Get your First Job in South Korea as an Expat
Step 1. Make sure you have the right qualifications
To qualify for a basic work visa, you need:
- Passport
- Bachelor's Degree
- Clean criminal record
- Health screening
Step 2. Find the right job online
Decide which city you want to live in and what kind of work you want to do.
Check the company's reputation online. You can check some private English academies through Dave's ESL Cafe.
Step 3. Apply
Send all required documents including:
- Resume
- Picture
Be prepared to do a phone or video interview.
If you get the job, ask to see pictures of your housing.
Step 4. Get packed
Make sure to bring:
- Warm winter clothes
- Prescription medication in bulk
- Vitamins and pain relievers in bulk
- Melanin for light sleepers
- Unlocked phone
- Your favorite spices
- Power converter if you're not coming from the EU (they use 220 volt plug C and F)
My experience working in South Korea
I worked in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do for 10 years, and started a business I've been running since 2013. I only had to apply for one job during that period (I've spent more time helping others find work). It was actually a position I found on monster.com in 2006, before leaving the states. Even though I didn't have much work experience, there were many options.
I found the best opportunities through networking.
While living in Korea, I found work as an actor, model, marketer, salesperson, translator, lecturer, and interviewer. I gave private English lessons to celebrities, CEOs, and high-ranking government officials. I even worked at a Stewardess Academy, a concept that doesn't exist in most countries.
Working in Korea provided me with a wealth of experience and a new perspective. I also learned the language and traveled all over the region.
It even helped me start a business, which I wouldn’t have done back home.
I highly recommend it for recent college graduates or anyone looking to make a change in their life.
What are the benefits of working in Korea?
There are many benefits to working in Korea.
With its natural beauty, ultra-modern cities and vibrant expat community, Korea is a great place to relocate.
There are many opportunities for English-speakers that you won't find at home.
It’s fun to live in Korea, especially in your twenties. There are enough neighborhoods with bars, clubs and restaurants to keep you busy for a decade.
In Fact:
You can have a high-standard of living in South Korea. Even for entry-level private academy jobs, the base salary is around 2 million KRW ($1,800) along with housing and insurance. This is enough to live comfortably and enjoy a variety of activities.
Korea has fast and convenient online shopping.
You can even save money in the process and spend it on travel in between contracts.
South Korea has an excellent healthcare system that will cost you about 100 USD a month.
You get paid one month's salary for every year you work. This is known as 퇴직금 or severance pay.
Many jobs pay for your flight into the country and flight home after a year.
Korea has very effective disease control measures and takes pandemics seriously. Infection rates are relatively low given the dense population.
Korea has a rich and unique culture that’s fascinating to learn about.
The country has something for everyone. Whether you're into nature, history, food, or K-dramas and K-pop, you'll never get bored.
Korea has a relatively low crime rate for a developed country. It's not uncommon for people to forget their laptops or wallets at a café and come back to find them untouched.
Violent crime is also very low, even in a densely-packed city like Seoul.
Education has been a priority in Korea for hundreds of years. Families can send their children to a range of international schools.
Korea has top universities as well. There are also ways to get your master’s degree for free at universities like Yonsei.
Seoul attracts expats from all over the world, so you’ll interact with a diverse group of people.
You won’t need a car in Seoul and most parts of the country.
Korea has a network of buses and a modern subway that can be accessed with one transportation card.
Since a round trip on public transport costs around 2 dollars, your transportation budget can be $50-100 dollars a month.
Expats can start a business once they have the right visa.
What are the drawbacks to working in Korea?
Life in Korea comes with many emotional peaks and valleys. There are times when it's the best place in the world, and times when you wish you were elsewhere. It's definitely not for the faint of heart. But, you'll never know until you try.
Working hours can be long and you're somewhat expected to stay longer (You can get away not doing this, but Koreans are pressured to stay until the boss leaves and sometimes even attend after-work gatherings).
Harmony and relationships are often more important that merit and results. This is a positive for some.
Politics might be part of your job description whether you like it or not. (Having Noonchi or intuition helps!)
Traffic can be an issue during commuting times in Seoul and even Busan. It’s often quicker to take the subway. Make sure to check how far your place is from work.
Check out Lingua Asia for more helpful tips on living in Korea. Find out more below:
Moving to Korea | Where to Live | Expat life in Korea | Haggling in Korea | Korean female models | Korean labor rights
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