Korea's Flashing Problem

Korea's Flashing Problem

From The Dark Side of Seoul Podcast by ZenKimchi

May 10, 2026 · 28 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the rise of flashing incidents in South Korea and the societal implications surrounding it.

Send us Fan Mail Flashing and public indecency have been a problem in Korea for decades, but recent cases suggest the issue may be getting worse. In this Fun Sized episode, we look at the rise in flashing incidents across South Korea, including cases involving schools, parks, buses, apartment complexes, and public transportation. We also explore the psychology behind exhibitionism, the surprisingly light punishments often given to offenders, and why Korea refers to flashers as “Burberry Men.”...

People in this episode

Host: ZenKimchi

Topics covered

  • flashing
  • public indecency
  • psychology of exhibitionism
  • punishments for offenders
  • social issues in Korea

Keywords

  • flashing
  • public indecency
  • South Korea
  • Burberry Men
  • exhibitionism
  • punishments
  • social issues

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Korea, South Korea, schools, parks, buses, apartment complexes, public transportation

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