concept   medal
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korean culture, medals are awarded for academic, professional, and non-athletic achievements and hold cultural significance.

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1 badge South Korea In Japan and South Korea, badges are not as commonly used for personal expression or affiliation, and may be seen as unnecessary or flashy. 1
2 badge South Korea Badges are not commonly worn as a form of personal identification or affiliation, and are often associated with military or official ranks. 1
3 badge South Korea Badges are often worn as part of school uniforms and indicate the student's grade level and achievements. 1
4 medal Korea Medals are often associated with education, where students receive them for academic excellence and as a measure of success. 1
5 medal South Korea Medals are also given for academic excellence and other non-athletic achievements. 1
6 medals South Korea Decorations and medals hold great cultural significance and are often awarded for acts of bravery, public service, and contributions to the nation. 1
7 medals and decorations South Korea Highly valued and associated with honor, often awarded for academic or professional achievements 1
8 trophy South Korea Trophies are commonly awarded in business settings as a symbol of honor and respect. 1