[Yeosu Expo] Street Performing

[Yeosu Expo] Asia Song Festival

Asia Song Festival, 'ASF', is a worldwide K-POP festival.
Superstars from South Korea, Japan, China, Thailand, Taiwan, Hongkong, etc come together at Yeosu Expo.

Also at the SBS K-POP Yeosu Expo Super Concert on 1st Aug,
Wondergirls, F(x), Tiara, Infinite, Sistar, After School, Jo Kwon, Teen Top, Secret, Park Jaebeom, A-Pink, ZE:A, B.A.P, Dal★shabet, Girl's Day, EXO-K, MBLAQ, etc will perform.

Kpop! Right Now - Psy

"Right Now" by Psy, one of the most entertaining and Enthusiastic singer from Korea.
Korean actress, Seo Woo performing MV ! Eng sub also avialiable.

[Expo Pop Festival] SHINee, Dal★shabet, Lee Hyun, Dalmatian peform on 27th

[SHINee] Undoubtebly top Korean boy band. ('Sherlock', 'Lucifer', etc)

[Dal★shabet] Rising star comprised of 6 pretty girls. ('Bang Bang', 'Hit U', etc)

[Lee Hyun of 8eight] Definitely one of top ballad singers in K-Pop. ('My heartache', 'You are the best of my life', etc)


[Dalmatian] New K-Pop Idol of 5 handsome boys. ('E.R', 'The Romantic', etc)

SHINee, Dal★shabet, Lee Hyun of 8eight and Dalmatian will perform at the Yeosu Expo Pop Festival on 27th of July.
In the middle of summer, these K-Pop Stars' performances will heat up the special stage at Yeosu Expo.

Gilme (Ft. Eun Ji Won) - Me First MV

K POP! 2ne1 -"I love you" MV

Kpop! "Loving U" - Sistar MV

Sistar(Korean Girl Group) New song released! "Loving U" Eng sub available

Dal★shabet - Mr. Bang Bang MV

Dal★shabet(Korean Girl Group)  New song "Mr. Bang Bang" MV released. Check it out in HQ. Eng sub also available!

[Yeosu Expo] Jeongseon Arirang at Yeosu Expo performance

South Korean Gangwon Province's Jeongseon District plan to spread Jeongseon Arirang to the world through Yeosu Expo.

According to officials, 'Jeongseon Arirang Sound and Rhythm' was performed at the traditional stage next to Local Government Pavillion, at 3 pm and 5 pm on July 3rd.

Jeongseon Arirang is the 1st intangible cultural asset of Gwangwon Province and the origin of Korean Arirang. It is known for folksy and austere style, and the most lengthy lyrics in the world with 3,000 words. This stage gained expectation that it could be the opportunity for the globalization of Jeongseon Arirang.

Also Jeongseon District will promote itself by displaying introduction and travel information of Jeongseon District through large screen along with the performance.

[Yeosu Expo] Goddesses at Expo Pop Festival

 


Today IU and Son Dam-bi, Miss A on 5th, Girl's Generation on 12th.

Korea's sweetheart IU, sexy diva Son Dam-bi, center of Korean Wave Girl's Generation, trend idol Miss A, etc. Goddesses of K-pop descend at Yeosu Expo Pop Festival.

Yeosu Expo Organizing Committee(Director Kang Dong-seok) said on July 1st(Sun) that 'Expo Pop Festival' which started on June 16th(Sat) will heat up from July with participation of female singers and girl groups.

On 3rd(Tue), honorary ambassador of Yeosu Expo IU and sexy diva Son Dam-bi performed with great attention. More world-class heart-fluttering stages are prepared with upcoming performances of Miss A on 5th(Thu), Ivy on 6th(Fri), Ailey on 7th(Sat), Girl's Generation on 12th(Thu),and F(x) on 17th(Tue).

Besides, compromising old and new generations, all-star cast with Super Junior, CNBLUE, Lee Eun-mi, Insooni, etc, will give 50 best performances on Expo Special Stage till Aug.

You can check out the schedule of singer' performances at the 'Culture and Academics' page of the Yeosu Expo official website(www.expo2012.kr).

[Yeosu Expo] More Exciting with Rain

 


There is a day when you can comfortably watch Yeosu Expo exhibitions without bustling crowd, and see your favorite singers closely.

When you simply sit and wait in the International Pavillion, the steet performance teams come to perform, and the artificial lightning from cloudy sky seems real. It is a story when it rains at Yeosu Expo.

With the rainy season begining, there are various hidden contents that get better and more exciting in the rain at Yeosu Expo.


◇ 'Expo Pop Festival' under Expo Digital Gallery

Expo Pop Festival on special stage at 8 pm everyday.

Top K-Pop stars are heating up the summer nights at Yeosu Expo, but with huge crowd, it is difficult to see singers' performances from close.

When it rains, the situation changes. When there is a heavy rain, Expo Pop Festival is not held at the Cruise Park special stage capable of holding more than 20,000 people, but at a temporary stage under Expo Digital Gallery(EDG).

EDG stage is comparatively smaller and is installed close to the seats, making it possible for the audiences to see every move of the singers.

Especially the singers' performances are played live on LED screen of EDG section, uniting the audiences and the singers into one.

On 18th, YB performed on EDG stage because of rainfall, gained huge popularity. Also on 30th, Jang Sa-ik's performance touched everyone's heart.


◇ Self Visiting 'Street performance'

To brighten the boredom of the visitors while waiting in line to watch exhibitions, there are 130 street performances everyday at Yeosu Expo.

35 street performance teams including Stilt Juggler, Multi Clown, Brass Band, etc, perform at different sites around the Expo, making it difficult to watch all these performances at once.

But it is possible when it rains. All the street performance teams come to the Intenational Pavillion and EDG. On the rainy day, you don't have to walk around to catch the street performances, they come to you beforehand. It is a lot of fun to watch street performances while taking shelter from the rain.


◇ Realistic 'Big O Show Artificial Lightning' and comfortably watching exhibitions

On the cloudy day, 'Artificial Lightning' of Big O Show seems more realistic and due to less crowds, you can comfortably watch through exhibitions. You never have to worry about the sun burn. It is like killing three birds with one stone.

[Yeosu Expo] A drama 'The Ocean Girl' restarts. The Girl's Love begins again.

 

Yeosu Expo drama 'The Ocean Girl' performce again.

The drama took a break after performing till May 24th, it will be performed again from July 1st till Aug 10th.

'The Ocean Girl' is an original play in which a seaside village falls into chaos and the villagers take the path of depravity. But with a girl's sacrifice and love, the village regain peace.

The play consists of all kinds of performing arts such as dancing, synchronized swimming, singing and acting. It provides various types of fun.

'The Ocean Girl' is performed on the Ocean Stage at 7:25 everyday till Aug 10th. Any Expo visitor can watch by the order of arrival.

62 years of commitment, 62 years of friendship

South Korean Prime Minister encourage the descendants of Korean War Veterans.

 

On 25th, the 62nd anniversary of the Korean War, the Prime Minister Kim Hwang-sik invited 12 foreign students who are the descendants of Korean War Veterans, to the prime minister's official residence, and had luncheon with them.

The Prime Minister Kim honored the war veterans saying "South Korea could make miraculous history because of the sacrifices made by foreign veterans who fought under the flag of UN"

He also said "South Korea has leaped from the world's poorest country to the world's top 10 economic power in just half a century. We have set an example as a free democratic nation that has achieved remarkable economic growth as well as democratization. We have always remembered support the international society has given us"

He promised "We will always remember courage and spirit the foreign veterans have shown, and we will do our best to become 'Nation that never forgets gratitude' and 'Advanced Nation with responsibility'"

Especially, he emphasized "We will maintain abiding and close relations with our allies in various aspects. I hope the descendants of the foreign veterans act as the bridge"

Meanwhile at this luncheon, a Turkish student Turgut(23, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies), on behalf of the descendants of foreign war veterans, said appreciative words to the Prime Minister Kim in fluent Korean language.

Mr. Turgut have been selected for the Turkish national team in Taekwondo, and his grandfather fought in battles near Yongin region at Korean War.

All the descendants invited for the luncheon, have been receiving full scholarships of school fees and boarding fees from South Korean government, and also a special scholarship every month from Korean War Memorial Foundation.

The President of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Park Chul, the Deputy Chairman of Korean War Memorial Foundation and the CEO of KBS Kim In-kyu, former Member of Parliament Cho Yoon-sun, and  the head of Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Park Seong-chun, also attended this luncheon.

South Korean Train Driver accepts US's highest civilian honor.

A South Korean train driver who died at a rescue operation of US division commander at Korean War, got recognized for his service after 62 years by US Department of Defense(USDOD).

On 26th, the ROK-US Combined Forces Command(CFC), on behalf of USDOD, held a ceremony for the late Kim Jae-hyun(picture left). U.S forces granted Kim`s family 'the U.S. Defense Treasury`s special civilian award', which is the highest award for civilians. Kim is the first South Korean to receive the honor.

Kim joined the rescue operation for Gen. William Dean of the U.S. 24th Infantry Division, with 33 US Special Forces on July 19, 1950. The operation was to rescue Gen. William Dean who was left alone at an enemy site when Daejeon fell to North Korean forces, and also to collect military supplies from the trains in Daejeon region. The operation required train, so Kim volunteered with his colleagues at Daejeon Railroad Office, Hyun Jae-young and Hwang Nam-ho. It was a dangerous mission but he thought that someone had to do it.

The operation ended in failure. Kim was heading for the Daejeon Station on a train with 33 U.S. special forces on board, but was attacked by ambushed North Korean soldiers. They narrowly arrived at the station but could not find Gen. Dean. On the way back, they were fatally attacked and 32 US Special Forces and Kim died. Gen. Dean was held captive near Daegu on Aug 25, 1950, and returned after the war ended on Sep 4, 1953.

Kim died at military operation, but because he was a civilian, he was not acknowledged for his services properly. The Korea Railroad set up a statue of Kim near tracks at Daejeon and Secheon stations in 1962. He received recognition for his service to the country in 1975, and was granted a presidential citation in 1978. His body was placed at the National Cemetery in 1983.

USDOD confirmed with Kim's story recently, and after consulting with Korean Ministry of National Defense's 'Korean War Task Force Team', USDOD decided to grant him 'the U.S. Defense Treasury`s special civilian award'. It wat 62 years after Kim's death.

K-Pop Stars perform at Yeosu Expo Pop Festival

 
Rain at Expo Pop Festival

 
2AM at Expo Pop Festival


 
Se7en at Expo Pop Festival


 
YB at Expo Pop Festival


Sung Si-kyung at Expo Pop Festival

 
Geomi at Expo Pop Festival

 
Buga Kings at Expo Pop Festival

 
Park Jae-beom at Expo Pop Festival

 
DJ DOC at Expo Pop Festival


 
Kim Geon-mo at Expo Pop Festival


 
Ulala Session at Expo Pop Festival


 
Kim Beom-su at Expo Pop Festival

 
Kim Jang-hoon at Expo Pop Festival

 
B1A4 at Expo Pop Festival


 
Jawoorim at Expo Pop Festival


 
Park Wan-gyu at Expo Pop Festival

On the 'Germ-free Bus', childhood cancer patients watch Yeosu Expo

Kwang Dong Pharmaceutical Company, holds 'Thank you good Vita500' event.

On 19th, Kwang Dong Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. invited childhood cancer patients and their families with celebrities mentors, held 'Life-share Healing Road' event.

This event was part of 'Good Drink' Vita500's social service 'Good 1 won Campaign'.

Since this year, Kwang Dong Pharm. Co. saves 1 won whenever each Vita500 is sold to help childhood cancer patients. And last may, it signed agreement of financial support of 150 million won with Korean Leukemia and Childhood cancer Association.

The company said, "Vita500 contains Vitamin C that protest the health of people of all ages, that is why it is called 'Good Drink'. Our purpose is to contribute social services with the profit made from 'Good Activities'"

Kwang Dong Pharm. Co. have prepared germ-free 'Clean Hope Bus' for the childhood cancer patients and their families to travel without concerns of infection"

The childhood cancer patients and their families invited for 'Healing Road' have made 1 on 1 mentor and mentee with TV actor An Byeong-kyeong, comedian Kim Sang-tae, broadcaster Jeong In-ah, etc.

During the 2 days' event, the patients played games with celebrity mentors, had washing-feet event, had Healing Night of opening their heart with their parents, made albums with professional photographer, and many other activities beside visiting Yeosu Expo.

At the washing-feet event, the patients washed their parents' feet as the meaning of gratitude, and it made the mothers cry which was very emotional moment.

The official said "I hope the childhood cancer patients could find the lost dream and nourish their hope through Yeosu Expo"

All the patients attended said "We had wonderful experience and it will help me go through treatments and studies"

'Expo Cup Soccer Tournament' between participating nations heats up

With 'Euro 2012', the soccer fever is high aroung the world. 16 participating countries including Uruguay at Yeaosu Expo opened 'Yeosu Expo Cup' soccer tournament.

These 16 countries installed 'mini ground' at International Pavilion B and have been playing 'futsal match' everyday since 11th. The tournament continues till 23rd.

16 participating nations are Uruguay, Germany, Monaco, Spain, Denmark, Pacific, Norway, Oman, United States, Argentina, Gabon, Peru, China, Italy, Lithuania and Switzerland.

A, B, C, D four groups, each with 4 nations, will have group matches till 22nd, and finals will be on 23rd.

4 players of each nation will play at the futsal match, which requires teamwork, prmoting mutual friendship and unity.

The match between Spain and Uruguay was held on 11th. Both strong teams played contested and unpredictable match and enthusiastic cheers caught audiences' eyes.

Uruguay, scoring the opening goal, got a head start, but with Spain's counterattack, the match ended 4:4 draw. Marta Pacchiotti the deputy director of Uruguayan Pavilion said, "This soccer tournament is prepared to strengthen relations between the participating nations beyond the exhibition and to provide enjoyful event for the audiences".

He also added, "For the remaining time, the Intenational Pavilion will provide various events that the audiences can take part with unconventional joys". The schedule of the soccer tournament and other informations are provided at the Uruguayan website(www.expo2012uruguay.com).