Ask A North Korean

Without a doubt, one of the biggest issues for North Koreans is going to be in communicating with South Koreans after unification. When I wanted to buy something it could be especially embarrassing - and coffee shops were especially problematic for me. [...]

Every week we ask a North Korean your questions, giving you the chance to learn more about the country we know so little about. This week, James C. from Australia asks: Do people in North Korea criticise the leaders behind closed doors? How have things changed over the years? My parents used to tell an old North [...]

Do North Koreans ever get to go to places beyond their hometowns? What do North Koreans usually do for vacation? [...]

Every week we ask a North Korean your questions, giving you the chance to learn more about the country we know so little about. Jae-young grew up in North Korea but now lives in the South, and is happy to tell you all about her past. So if you have a burning question for her, [...]

Ask a North Korean: What kinds of books are readily available in North Korea? Are foreign books available? [...]

Ask a North Korean: What do average North Koreans think when they do see foreigners in their country - and what do they think about tourism in the DPRK? [...]

Was there anything good or positive about living in North Korea? All we hear about are the bad things. Do any of the DPRK’s citizens benefit from the state? [...]

Ever had any questions you'd like answers to when it comes to life in the DPRK? Well our latest feature now gives you an opportunity to send in questions to our new recruit from North Korea, Jae-Young Kim. [...]