Every 14th

Every month’s 14th is a special day for Koreans

January 14: Diary Day Couples exchange diaries as gifts, perhaps to wish good luck for the New Year.

February 14: Valentine’s Day Observed by Western cultures, women give chocolates to males.

March 14: White Day The origin is uncertain but some maintain it originated in Japan. Men give candies to women on this day.

April 14: Black Day The only 14th event for singles — they get together and eat Chinese noodles, providing a cheerful occasion for those depressed about not having a significant other.

May 14: Rose Day Couples exchange roses as gift on this day.

June 14: Kiss Day Couples share a kiss on this day.

July 14: Silver Day Couples give each other gifts of silver jewelry on this day.

August 14: Green Day Couples enjoy the great outdoors with a walk in a forest or up a mountain.

September 14: Photo Day Couples take pictures together on this day.

October 14: Wine Day Couples enjoy drinking wine, considered exotic in Korea, on this day.

November 14: Movie Day Couples go out for a movie together on this day.

December 14: Hug Day Couples give each other a hug on this day.