AJU PRESS ASIA FIRST NEWS AGENCY

Journalist

Yoo Na-hyun
Yoo Na-hyun유나현
PhotographerGeopolitics, Culture, History, People & Photo Journalist
Photojournalist, AJU PRESS (AJP) Covering news, culture and society in South Korea through an Asian perspective. "Every moment is worth documenting."
Latest by Yoo Na-hyun
  • World Cup 26: Wave of red and faces of hope and disbelief
    World Cup 26: Wave of red and faces of hope and disbelief SEOUL, June 19 (AJP) -— At Gwanghwamun Square, the familiar wave of Korean red was joined by a new shade of lavender purple — matching Team Korea's away uniform — and occasional splashes of daring Mexican green. Together, they painted an emotional portrait that shifted every few minutes. By late morning, all 11,000 prepared seats had been filled, forcing authorities to open nearby roads as more spectators poured into the square. Under the blazing summer sun, supporters carried portable fans, iced coffees and towels draped around their necks. Families spread picnic mats. Office workers stole glances at giant screens while taking an extended lunch break. Grandparents, parents and children sat side by side. Then came the ritual. And the familiar "Dae-han-min-guk" rally cries, all directed toward Team Korea battling Mexico before a roaring home crowd in Guadalajara. The chants. The songs. The clapping. Children pose for photographs in front of a World Cup replica trophy and a South Korea national team jersey display at Play Place in Ttukseom Hangang Park in Seoul on June 19, 2026. AJP Han Jun-gu Every attack drew a collective gasp. Every defensive clearance brought applause. Then came the mistake. Goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and defender Lee Ki-hyeok collided while attempting to clear a high ball, leaving Mexico midfielder Luis Romo with an open net. A roar erupted thousands of kilometers away in Guadalajara. At Gwanghwamun, there was only silence. The sort of silence unique to World Cup defeats — not angry, but stunned. Each near chance drew a fresh wave of anticipation before ending in synchronized groans. Yet even after the final whistle, few rushed to leave. Some remained seated, staring at the giant screens long after the broadcast had ended. Others gathered for photographs, smiling despite the result. Because Gwanghwamun's World Cup ritual has never been solely about winning. It is about showing up. 2026-06-19 16:02:29
  • TEEZEN x TWICE kombucha lab opens in Jongno-gu
    TEEZEN x TWICE kombucha lab opens in Jongno-gu SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 17:20:50
  • TWICEs TZUYU attends kombucha pop-up
    TWICE's TZUYU attends kombucha pop-up SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - TZUYU of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEJEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 17:18:49
  • TWICEs CHAEYOUNG attends kombucha pop-up
    TWICE's CHAEYOUNG attends kombucha pop-up SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - CHAEYOUNG of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 17:14:43
  • TWICEs DAHYUN launches kombucha pop-up
    TWICE's DAHYUN launches kombucha pop-up SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - DAHYUN of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 17:11:42
  • TWICEs MINA unveils kombucha pop-up
    TWICE's MINA unveils kombucha pop-up SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - MINA of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun. 2026.06.18. 2026-06-18 17:08:51
  • TWICEs JIHYO attends kombucha pop-up
    TWICE's JIHYO attends kombucha pop-up SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - JIHYO of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun. 2026.06.18. 2026-06-18 17:03:50
  • TWICEs SANA unveils kombucha pop-up in Seoul
    TWICE's SANA unveils kombucha pop-up in Seoul SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - SANA of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 17:00:30
  • TWICEs MOMO attends kombucha pop-up
    TWICE's MOMO attends kombucha pop-up SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - MOMO of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 16:56:40
  • TWICEs JEONGYEON attends kombucha event
    TWICE's JEONGYEON attends kombucha event SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - JEONGYEON of K-pop girl group TWICE poses for a photo at the opening event of TEEZEN x TWICE Kombucha Lab, an experiential kombucha-themed pop-up, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on June 18, 2026. 2026-06-18 16:54:22