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South Korea Buddhism exposition: South Korean Gen Z fights burnout with religion
Published 10 August 2026 · world
Struggling with anxiety, burnout and economic pressure, a growing number of young South Koreans are looking for answers in an ancient religion reinvented for the
Struggling with anxiety, burnout and economic pressure, a growing number of young South Koreans are looking for answers in an ancient religion reinvented for the social media age.
The International Buddhist Expo, held in the southern city of Busan, is a window into the country's "Hip Buddhism" phenomenon - dominated by merchandise, temples and DJ monks.
Al Jazeera’s Jack Barton visited the expo, offering selfie-zones alongside meditation sessions. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE
Published: August 10, 2026 • 4:52 PM IST · Updated: August 10, 2026 • 5:13 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Struggling with anxiety, burnout and economic pressure, a growing number of young South Koreans are looking for answers in an ancient religion reinvented for the social media age.
The International Buddhist Expo, held in the southern city of Busan, is a window into the country's "Hip Buddhism" phenomenon - dominated by merchandise, temples and DJ monks.
Al Jazeera’s Jack Barton visited the expo, offering selfie-zones alongside meditation sessions.
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