Discovering Germany Through New Eyes: How a Korean Student is Captivating Thousands with Everyday Moments
What do a Bratwurst, a trip to Aldi, and a German train toilet have in common? They’ve all become viral highlights in the unexpected online journey of Jihye Jung – a 23-year-old Korean exchange student living in Würzburg.
In just a few weeks, Jihye has attracted over 90,000 Instagram followers (@jihyeejung) with her short, lively videos capturing the small cultural surprises of daily life in Germany. Whether it’s her first taste of German chocolate, navigating supermarket shelves full of unfamiliar products, or discovering the famously efficient (and occasionally confusing) Pfand system – her fresh perspective resonates with audiences far beyond Germany.
Her commentary is warm, humorous, and always curious – whether she’s reviewing Spezi ("8 out of 10!") or marvelling at the calm pace of life compared to her hometown of Seoul. One TikTok video, featuring her astonishment over a clean train toilet, sparked a flood of reactions: “Even the toilet was nice,” she wrote – to the disbelief (and amusement) of many German viewers.
Germany through the eyes of a Korean newcomer: Curious how everyday life in Germany feels to someone seeing it all for the first time? Jihye’s videos offer exactly that – a mix of culture shock, heartfelt appreciation, and a touch of wanderlust. If you're longing for a glimpse of Germany that’s both familiar and refreshingly new, her content might be just what you need.
More than just charming clips, her videos are a reminder of something many locals forget: how beautiful, quirky, and unique Germany can be when seen through new eyes.
Want to learn more?
🎥 The Bayerischer Rundfunk has produced a short video portrait of her story:
Erfolgsstory: Koreanische Influencerin und Franken
📰 For more background and insights, check out the BR24 article:
Die erste Bratwurst: Koreanerin begeistert mit Alltag in Franken
🗞️ And don't miss this piece from inFranken.de:
Influencerin aus Korea von Bamberg begeistert - doch ein Zitat erstaunt
Curious to see her content firsthand?
Find Jihye Jung here:
📸 Instagram:
@jihyeejung
🎵 TikTok:
@jihyeejung
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Discovering Germany Through New Eyes: How a Korean Student is Captivating Thousands with Everyday Moments
What do a Bratwurst, a trip to Aldi, and a German train toilet have in common? They’ve all become viral highlights in the unexpected online journey of Jihye Jung – a 23-year-old Korean exchange student living in Würzburg.
In just a few weeks, Jihye has attracted over 90,000 Instagram followers (@jihyeejung) with her short, lively videos capturing the small cultural surprises of daily life in Germany. Whether it’s her first taste of German chocolate, navigating supermarket shelves full of unfamiliar products, or discovering the famously efficient (and occasionally confusing) Pfand system – her fresh perspective resonates with audiences far beyond Germany.
Her commentary is warm, humorous, and always curious – whether she’s reviewing Spezi ("8 out of 10!") or marvelling at the calm pace of life compared to her hometown of Seoul. One TikTok video, featuring her astonishment over a clean train toilet, sparked a flood of reactions: “Even the toilet was nice,” she wrote – to the disbelief (and amusement) of many German viewers.
Germany through the eyes of a Korean newcomer: Curious how everyday life in Germany feels to someone seeing it all for the first time? Jihye’s videos offer exactly that – a mix of culture shock, heartfelt appreciation, and a touch of wanderlust. If you're longing for a glimpse of Germany that’s both familiar and refreshingly new, her content might be just what you need.
More than just charming clips, her videos are a reminder of something many locals forget: how beautiful, quirky, and unique Germany can be when seen through new eyes.
Want to learn more?
🎥 The Bayerischer Rundfunk has produced a short video portrait of her story:
Erfolgsstory: Koreanische Influencerin und Franken
📰 For more background and insights, check out the BR24 article:
Die erste Bratwurst: Koreanerin begeistert mit Alltag in Franken
🗞️ And don't miss this piece from inFranken.de:
Influencerin aus Korea von Bamberg begeistert - doch ein Zitat erstaunt
Curious to see her content firsthand?
Find Jihye Jung here:
📸 Instagram:
@jihyeejung
🎵 TikTok:
@jihyeejung