Korean Individual Celebrations

First 100 days Party

In the old days, many people died before they were born, or before their first 100 days of life. Therefore, someone who lived past the 100-day mark could be expected to live a full life. This day is really more a "welcoming" day than a birthday and is now a tradition.

First Year Birthday

Similar to the 100-day celebration. So many people died before their first year of life, so if they reached one year, they were most likely to continue to live a normal life span.

60th and 70th Birthdays

Same as above. If someone lives to age 60, or especially 70, they celebrate their having such a long life.