Mythology, History, and Interesting Facts
We recently wrote about the Dokkaebi and the Haetae, and now we want to talk about another mythical entity in Korean mythology, the Gwisin (귀신). Read on to find out what exactly the Gwisin are, what they look like, and some of the references that are found in popular culture. What are Gwisin? Gwisin are … Read more
The Haetae (해태), also known as Haechi (해치), is a mythical creature from Korean folklore associated with justice, protection and good fortune. Often described as a Korean lion, it is typically depicted as a horned, lion-like beast with scales and a powerful body. Haetae was believed to recognise wrongdoing and protect against fires and misfortune. … Read more
Imagine walking home through the Korean countryside at night when a stranger challenges you to a wrestling match. You accept, only to discover that your opponent possesses extraordinary strength and has no intention of letting you leave. You’ve just encountered a dokkaebi. Dokkaebi (도깨비) are among the most intriguing supernatural beings in Korean folklore. Often … Read more