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Yo! Welcome to Korea! 2017

★ 8.7/10 · 3 votes Reality 4 seasons · 552 eps Returning Series

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Yo! Welcome to Korea!

Type
TV series
Year
2017
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
552
Runtime
65 minutes
First aired
Jul 27, 2017
Last aired
Apr 2, 2026
Original language
KO
Origin
KR
Networks
MBC every1
Genres
Reality
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Overview

Yo! Welcome to Korea! is a South Korean reality television series that first aired on June 1, 2017. The program, which is also known by the title Welcome, First Time in Korea?, follows a travel show format and is broadcast on the network MBC every1. The series explores the cultural experiences of foreigners visiting South Korea for the first time. Each trip features a foreign individual currently living in South Korea who invites three friends from their home country to join them. These visits are documented through a vacation travel log, allowing the show to highlight the various cultural differences encountered by the guests during their stay. According to available records, the series has been active since 2017, with production data indicating a run extending through 2026. The show is categorized as a reality vacation program focused on documenting the travel experiences of its participants as they navigate their time in the country.

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Should you watch it?

“Foreigners experience South Korea for the first time through a reality travel log format.”

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Reasons to watch
  • explores cultural differences
  • features authentic travel experiences
Keep in mind
  • focuses on a specific travel format

Watch it if you are interested in seeing South Korea through the eyes of first-time visitors.

The show is a reality television program suitable for general audiences.

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Cast

Kim Joon-hyun Self
Alberto Mondi Self
DinDin Self
Shin A-young Self
Lee Hyun-yi Self

Episode guide

Season 1 · 50 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 330 episodes
Season 3 · 169 episodes
Season 4 · 17 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the show about?

It is a reality travel show exploring cultural differences through the experiences of foreigners visiting South Korea for the first time.

When did the show first air?

The series first aired on June 1, 2017.

What is the format of the show?

The show follows a reality television and travel show format.

Where does the show air?

The program airs on the network MBC every1.

Who is featured in the show?

Each trip features a foreigner living in South Korea who invites three friends from their home country to visit.