Photographer Edmund Rustia (@theedupkid) shares with Korvia moments over the past few years of Korean life that are bound to make you smile, chuckle, or warm your heart. It’s important to remember that sometimes admid the busy life of being an expat, to not forget that the little things are what make Korea an unforgettable place to live.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

PDA has taken a turn along the Han River.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Paying tribute to Sejong the Great with a rendition of Gangnam Style…in Gwanghwamun.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Seoul Fashion Week is a week of “Everyone is Paparazzi Week”.
(Follow this up and coming model on Instagram: Sarang_Dungi)

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Protesting unions are a part of life on Saturdays in Seoul. Raise your fist and join!

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

The Bi-annual Seoul Motor Seoul features racing girls from all over the country. Bring extra batteries and memory cards for this event.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

The Cherry Blossom Festival in Spring brings all the lovers out, old and young.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Swing is alive in Seoul with these group of dancers from the “Rock N’ Roll Swing Dance”
(딴따라 땐스홀: www.kwing.org)

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

High School students participate in Sports Day decked out in their classroom fashion.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Traditional markets throughout Korea are full of motorcyclist demonstrating their “Frogger” skills.

Families pay respect to their lost ones at the Seoul National Cemetery right outside Dongjak Station (동작역).

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Crosswalk Dancers dance for those few seconds that green man lights up.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

If you’ve never worn a Korean traditional outfit, try one out at Gwanghwamun Plaza.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Outside Yeongdongpo’s Time Square Mall. Caution: if you’re taking a photo at this spot, be prepared to be met with a security guard.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Koreans get a thrill with a 90’s style roller coaster.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Water fountains are the best way to cool down during the summer.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Cups and water are the best and cheapest water guns.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

When summer storms invade your picnic, improvisation works well.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

Korean pride on everyone’s head during Korean Liberation Day.

Photos of Everyday Life in Korea That Will Make You Smile

EXID wannabes show off their stuff for crowds at Yeouido Han River Park.