This is a post that’s been in my mind for a while. I apologize in advance, as I’m not the most articulate person in the world and often times I have trouble putting the thoughts in my head down in words, but please bear with me as I try to get my point across.

I’ve seen a lot of blogs, commenters, and just people in general bashing what the internet likes to call “Koreaboos”, or a derogatory term for someone who likes Korea and/or K-Pop.

Taken from Urban Dictionary (lol), the top definition for “Koreaboo” is:

Like a weeaboo (someone obsessed with Japan, see wapanese), but with Korea, as Korea will soon be the new Japan, with it’s K-Pop (like Rain aka Bi), K-Dramas (korean Dramas) manhwa (Korean manga) and awesomeness. Cue the fanboys/girls.

Now, I will admit, that there was a point where I used to cringe at the sight of people of non-Korean descent using Korean words in their blogs, everyday life, or wherever, and I would hate, hate, to be even put into the same category as “those people”. 

But now I realize, why should I care? If “Koreaboo’s” are people that are interested in the Korean culture, then good for them, no matter how they may obtain that knowledge, or implement it into their daily lives. Call me a Koreaboo, because thats, by the definition given above, what I am. And I don’t care. 

I honestly don’t see anything wrong with being interested in Korean, Japanese, Chinese, or any Asian culture. You’re taking time out of your day to learn a new language, or study the history or culture of a country other than your own. 태양 came to the US to learn English and experience American culture. That is the sole reason that he came here, and the only classes that he takes at uni are English classes. He listens to American music. He eats American food. He did that in Korea as well, but would anyone call him an “Americaboo”?

Some might say these people only want to go to Korea because they like K-Pop, or they want to go to concerts, or perhaps K-Pop sparked their interest in Korea. You know what I have to say to that? Mind your own damn business. I don’t see how this harms you or concerns you in any way. These people are using their own free time to do what they love and pursue activities that interest them.

People have preferences. People are attracted to different things. Some people prefer blue eyes. Others like blonde hair. So why do people get so much crap when they say they’re attracted to Asians? If you like people of a certain ethnicity, and that reason is because you prefer the way the people of that race looks, then why is that bad? What should matter more is that you connect with that person, no matter it be because of their appearance or personality, and that you maintain a responsible and healthy relationship with them.

Uhm. I don’t know what else to say. I alway sucked at writing conclusions haha (and writing in general HUSH). I’d love to hear other peoples input, so feel free to reply or send me a message through my ask box.