Design Rush Spotlights Waterbe as one of the Top Advertising Agencies Award in 2024

Located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, Waterbe stands as a bridge of creativity and innovation in the global marketing landscape. Dedicated to bridging cultural gaps and further overcoming language barriers. Our team at Waterbe has played a crucial role in guiding foreign companies through the complexities of local advertising strategies. Enabling them to […]

Digital Marketing in South Korea: Naver Keyword Search Tool by Waterbe

Naver Keyword Search Tool by Waterbe Today, we will be finding out a newly launched “Naver Keyword Search Tool”. A keyword traffic-checking tool made for those who are interested in the dynamic Korean digital marketing landscape. What is Naver and is it important for digital marketing in South Korea? Naver is a South Korean online […]

Gen MZ’s Top 5 Fashion apps in South Korea

In the vibrant streets of South Korea, where fashion is more than just clothing—it’s a way of life—the MZ Generation reigns supreme. Picture this: a bustling cityscape adorned with diverse styles and trendsetters who defy convention at every turn. Join me as we delve into the dynamic world of South Korean fashion, where the MZ […]

Top Ecommerce Platforms in South Korea

Amazon. Nowadays, when you hear this word, most people don’t think of the beautiful rainforest located in South America, but rather the letter ‘A’ with an orange arrow under it. Amazon stands as the largest ecommerce platform globally, offering customers the convenience of finding almost anything delivered right to their doorstep. However, in South Korea, […]

The Impact of Korean Social Media on Brand Awareness: Exploring Influence and Engagement

Hey there, digital enthusiasts! Today, let’s embark on a journey into the dynamic world of advertising and brand awareness in South Korea. The landscape has seen a remarkable shift, with mobile internet searches taking the lead over their PC counterparts. Let’s explore the nuances of this transformation and its implications! Rise of Mobile Usage in […]

How do Koreans view different social media platforms?

Did you know that the 90% of the South Korean population own a smartphone? The technological advancements in Korean over the past few years have spurred a surge in social media engagement. With diverse platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Naver Band. It raises the question: What roles do these platforms play for individuals? Koreans’ Image […]

Top Korean Search Engines: A Comprehensive Guide

There are over 5 million google searches per minute in the world. Surprisingly only around 3 out of 10 Koreans use Google as their go-to search engine. The technological advancements in Korea have made it easy for anyone to find information about anything conveniently from their pocket. Interestingly, Korea boasts high usage of their local […]

How Do People in Their 50s Perceive Korean Digital Marketing?

Keeping up to date with changes on the internet, while also setting and sticking to their own trends which suit them. South Koreans in their 50s are digital consumers that must be paid individual attention. As the final installment in this series explored the behaviors and opinions of those in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. […]

How do those in their 50s keep up with media trends in Korea?

Well-lived in their adult lives, those in their 50s in Korea are able to embrace both the past and the present when it comes to media. Learning and keeping up to date where necessary, but also leaning into what they comfortably know. They have strongly established themselves as a slightly unique set of consumers in […]

What do those in their 40s think about digital advertising in Korea?

Whilst having grown up without digital technology, those in their 40s are still powerful consumers and prolific spenders in the online market. Following from our previous blog that illustrated the daily online habits and trends of those in their 40s in South Korea. This article will discuss the awareness levels, and influence of online advertisements, […]