Gosiwon – among Seoul’s cheapest and smallest housing options – were initially occupied mainly by students preparing for the highly competitive

Residents usually pay around 360,000 won (US$250) per month. Utilities such as wireless internet and air conditioning are typically included, along with shared access to basic food such as rice, instant noodles and kimchi. According to figures cited in the video, roughly 150,000 people in Seoul live in gosiwon.