South Koreans have a unique tradition of celebrating the 14th of every month as a special day in various ways. From couples to singles, they celebrate the special days as an expression of affection and care.
14th of January - Diary Day
Entering the first month of the year, South Koreans kick off the series of celebrations with a unique tradition called Diary Day. This moment is celebrated by couples and close friends to exchange empty planners or notebooks with one another. It also serves as a medium for them to write down various plans, goals, and important hopes they want to achieve together throughout the new year.
14th of February - Valentine Day
In South Korea, Valentine's Day is celebrated with a custom that differs slightly from other countries. The Valentine's tradition in South Korea is celebrated women giving chocolates to men.
14th of March - White Day
During the White Day celebration in March, it is the men's turn to return the chocolate they received during Valentine's. This celebration requires men to give candy or other gifts to women as a form of appreciation.
14th of April - Black Day
In April, the Black Day celebration is dedicated to people who are currently single. Those without a partner typically gather with friends in the same boat, and dress entirely in black from head to toe. They then spend time eating a bowl of Jjangmyeon, the Korean noodles coated in thick black bean paste.
14th of May - Rose Day
Rose Day is a celebration carrying a warm and bright nuance. This celebration is observed by couples sending red rose bouquets to each other as a symbol of their romance.
Besides exchanging flowers, some people also choose to celebrate the day by wearing bright yellow attire.
14th of June - Kiss Day
True to its name, Kiss Day is intended for expressing couples' closeness by kissing each other. It shows how they enjoy romantic moments.
14th of July - Silver Day
Silver Day is an intensive celebration for couples looking to forge a more serious commitment in their relationship. On this day, couples typically exchange silver rings as a symbol of an even stronger bond.
14th of August - Green Day
During Green Day, people celebrate by doing outdoor activities to enjoy the summer atmosphere in South Korea. Usually, they celebrate by inviting their romantic partner to explore nature. In between their activities, they typically unwind by enjoying soju, the popular green bottled drinks of Korea.
14th of September - Photo Day
In September, the celebration involves capturing shared memories with a partner through an activity called Photo Day. They usually visit photo studios to have a couple's photoshoot session. The captured photos can be kept as mementos of their relationship's journey.
14th of October - Wine Day
The evening atmosphere turns calmer when Wine Day arrives in the tenth month. Couples typically take time to enjoy dinner at a restaurant. This agenda is accompanied by a bottle of wine to complement their conversation in celebrating their relationship.
14th of November - Movie Day
During the eleventh-month celebration, coupled individuals spend their time watching movies together, whether at a movie theater or elsewhere. This movie-watching activity becomes a primary choice for spending time together.
14th of December - Hug Day
As the closing celebration, Hug Day is dedicated to couples hugging each other. Coinciding with the winter season in South Korea, hugging serves as a way to warm each other's beloved partner.
Furthermore, this celebration helps strengthen emotional bonds while serving as the conclusion to the long cycle of the 14th-day celebrations consistently observed every month.
