To Dokdo from Korea and from Japan

The Advertisement on Dokdo is to be screened in Times Square starting from the very first day of March.

This project will be more than significant for Koreans that the first of March is a meaningful day in Korea.

We call that day "Samiljeol", Independence movement day.

The day when Korea stood up against Japan's colonial rule.

As shown in the picture(source from http://www.hankooki.com/ ) above, the spot is where CNN advertisement is screened.

It is not surprising that the project is planned by Korean singer Kim Jang-Hoon and prof Seo Kyung-Duk for they are already known for making a huge dedication for Dokdo. It is said that Kim Jang-Hoon will be taking care of the expenses for this Advertisement.

It is expected that this project would bring a great synergy effect and a chance to spread our concern about Dokdo.

Dokdo in Vancouver

Korean students studying in the U.S are spreading the Dokdo spirit in Vancouver.
They protested against "Takeshima day" and claimed Dokdo is Korean soul territory.
This is one of the scene taken from a Dokdo performance.

source from : http://www.hani.co.kr/

KADIZ

There are numerous maps that prove Dokdo as part of Korean territory.

Among them, this map is very convincing(in my opinion) .

It shows that UN Forces included Dokdo in KADIZ(Korean Air Defense Identification Zone).

In 1950, during the Korean war, the UN established an air defense zone in order to defend Korea. Dokdo is included in KADIZ and they are still using this standard today.

This clearly proves that UN is protecting Korea as well as Dokdo, which they regard it as part of Korean territory.

Another proof that indicates Dokdo's sovereignty.

source of the map: http://www.dokdo.go.kr/

Sorry, Dokdo

Sorry, Dokdo.

It is a first documentary movie dedicated to Dokdo, released in 2008. Choi Hyun-Mook directed the movie and Korean singer, Kim Jang-Hoon participated as a narrator.
Kim Jang-Hoon is also known as Dokdo activist who donated over 4billion won to Dokdo and he is also one of the celebrities in Korea who supports Dokdo.
In the poster of this movie, we can find unseen messages that director Choi Hyun-Mook wanted to point out.
It is rather sarcastic actually. The movie poster shows two islets of Dokdo in a ramen(Japanese noodle) bowl and a Japanese flag is planted on top of the islet. It looks as if the meal is ready to be served to someone, obviously Japanese.
A slug on the top saying, "So you are going to eat it(Dokdo) up, just like that?" and the main title, Sorry Dokdo.
It is not so difficult to notify the intention of the poster. The message is quite clear and sarcastic showing that the blame is on Japan who is trying to take Dokdo away from Korea.
The story contains Korea's effort to fight against Japan's attempt to dominate Dokdo.
Japan's claim is being more insistent day by day and Korean government's correspond is hardly effective. Because of this, the Korean citizens organized themselves many plans and involved in many events for one purpose; to raise the awareness of Dokdo.

This film reflects people's endless effort, their strive to raise the awareness of Dokdo to the public. Above all, it is crucial to raise attentions from Korean people.
"Sorry, Dokdo" is a touching story, a real drama of ordinary Korean citizens trying to protect from controversies and raise the awareness of Dokdo to the world.　　

　　　　　　　　　　

　*To see a trailer of "Sorry, Dokdo" (Korean title 미안하다 독도야)

click here (source: Naver Movie)

Dokdo Ad to Be Screened in Times Square

A video clip promoting Korea's legitimate sovereignty over the Dokdo islets will be screened on a billboard in Times Square in New York on March 1, the anniversary of the March 1 Independence Movement.
Seo Kyoung-duk (left) and Kim Jang-hoon
Seo Kyoung-duk, a visiting professor at Sungshin Women's University, on Monday said promotion of the islets and the name "East Sea" for the body of water between Korea and Japan will begin on the Times Square billboard normally broadcasting CNN news. All expenses including billboard advertising and video production costs will be covered by private donations from pop singer Kim Jang-hoon. The 30-second ad will be broadcast twice an hour, 48 times a day. The billboard will be leased for four months.


the source of The Chosun Ilbo