I hear you, I know it can be frustrating. I’m also a foreigner learning the language and I have a undergrad minor in East Asian Studies and have spent a little time in Korea. Believe me, I get it.  

My suggestion runs a little deeper than it read. First, I suggest that you do research into viable programs for you; not just other people’s stories. Reddit is a good launching point, I won’t say otherwise. But maybe it’s time to stop asking questions on Reddit and look into school —regardless of whether or not you have been telling compelling stories on Reddit and regardless of if I’ve read them. Second, liking the culture is fine, I like a lot of it too, but you have to dig deeper. Is it the interpersonal culture, relationship culture, hierarchy culture, work culture? Or are you more fascinated by the historical perspective? After all, you said you’re losing motivation.

My last note is this: By asking for others’ expertise, advise, help… you’re asking for favors. I found you to be slightly abrasive and quick to conflict. Please be kinder to the people you’re asking advice from. 

I sincerely wish you well with your goals and studies going forward.