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Packaged Kimchi Labeled with Korean Slang Released in Japan, Sparking Disputes Among Korean Netizens

Packaged Kimchi Labeled with Korean Slang Released in Japan, Sparking Disputes Among Korean Netizens

SEOUL, Oct. 13 (Korea Bizwire) – Recent news about a packaged kimchi product released in Japan labeled with the Korean slang expression ‘gaejonmat’, meaning ‘very delicious’ has sparked debates among Korean netizens. Some netizens argue that the use of slang, especially for product labels, should be restrained, while others believe it’s acceptable since ‘gaejonmat’ is commonly used. [...]