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The Best Episodes of Korea No.1

Every episode of Korea No.1 ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Korea No.1!

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Yu Jae-seok, Lee Kwang-soo and Kim Yeon-koung travel all over Korea to learn from the best traditional masters in a bid to become the No. 1 Apprentice.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 1 - Giwa (Jangheung)
    7.8/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Giwa (Jangheung)

    S1:E1

    Yu Jae-seok, Lee Kwang-soo and Kim Yeon-koung take a crack at the traditional method of making giwa, or clay roof tiles. Who will be today’s Number One?

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 2 - Jang (Damyang)
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #2 - Jang (Damyang)

    S1:E2

    Under the hot sun, the trio have their work cut out for them as they try making jang — staple ingredients of the Korean kitchen. Can they take the heat?

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 8 - Najeonchilgi (Wonju)
    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #3 - Najeonchilgi (Wonju)

    S1:E8

    At their final destination, the trio starts off the day by collecting toxic tree sap as they explore the intricate craft of najeonchilgi.

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 4 - Mosi (Seocheon)
    7.3/10(11 votes)

    #4 - Mosi (Seocheon)

    S1:E4

    Kwang-soo eyes the day’s Number One title while learning to weave hansan mosi from scratch. But making fabric out of plant fibers is no easy feat!

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 5 - Jukbangryeom Anchovy (Namhae)
    7.3/10(11 votes)

    #5 - Jukbangryeom Anchovy (Namhae)

    S1:E5

    The trio attempts to catch anchovies using jukbangryeom, a method dating back nearly 600 years. They'll need to work quickly before the tide comes in.

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 6 - Jjock (Naju)
    7.2/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Jjock (Naju)

    S1:E6

    The hosts arrive at a jjock field in Naju, where they uncover the fascinating secret to extracting blue pigment from green indigo leaves.

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 7 - Makgeolli (Busan)
    6.2/10(11 votes)

    #7 - Makgeolli (Busan)

    S1:E7

    At a 500-year-old brewery in Busan, the three learn to make makgeolli the traditional way. Surprisingly it involves a great deal of spinning in place.

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Korea No.1 Season 1 Episode 3 - Getbol (Shinan)
    5.6/10(15 votes)

    #8 - Getbol (Shinan)

    S1:E3

    At Shinan’s majestic tidal flats, the hosts try hunting octopuses with their bare hands while struggling to keep themselves from sinking into the mud.

    Director:Jung Hyo-min
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Giwa (Jangheung)" is the best rated episode of "Korea No.1". It scored 7.8/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Jung Hyo-min and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/25/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Jang (Damyang)".