Top AI Tool Uses
In 2025, the development of generative AI continues unabated. AI tools like ChatGPT are no longer “tools only for specialists” — anyone can now use them easily, often for free.
In fact, even in Korea, where I live, the adoption of AI is rapidly spreading. From university students and office workers to homemakers and freelancers, people are skillfully using generative AI in various everyday situations.
This time, we’ll introduce 10 top generative AI tools that even beginners can use right away, along with practical ways that I and other users in Korea apply them.
1. ChatGPT｜Writing, Advice, Translation — Anything Goes
- Use: Email drafting, study assistance, travel planning, etc.
- In Korea: Many university students use it for interview prep and resume editing.
- Note: Search for “ChatGPT” in Korean cafés and you’ll see it’s very popular!
2. Notion AI｜An All-in-One Tool for Organizing Thoughts
- Use: Meeting notes, to-do lists, idea generation, reading memos.
- In Korea: Trendy to open Notion in cafés and organize study notes.
- Tip: Works smoothly in Japanese too — meeting notes can be completed instantly.
3. Perplexity AI｜AI-Powered Search Faster Than Google?
- Use: Summarizes latest news and expert information.
- Experience: Before traveling to Korea, searching for “local cafés” uncovered hidden spots only locals know!
4. Canva AI Tools｜Quickly Create Images and Banners
- Use: Social media visuals, blog thumbnails, resume templates.
- In Korea: Bloggers use it to generate stylish images and create a consistent Instagram aesthetic.
5. Grammarly (+ Japanese version DeepL Write)｜Writing Checker
- Use: Checks English sentences and converts them into polite Japanese expressions.
- Korean Users: Frequently used for finishing English resumes or business emails.
6. Bing Image Creator (DALL·E Series)｜Generate Images with AI
- Use: Illustrative images, automatically generated according to prompts.
- Example: Create images of trending Korean café interiors as a reference for travel!
7. Poe｜Compare Multiple AIs in One Place
- Feature: Use ChatGPT, Claude, Google Gemini, etc., all in one platform.
- In Korea: Students have fun comparing AI responses for report topics.
8. Recommended Prompts You Can Use in Japanese
- “Please summarize this sentence in 3 lines with a soft tone.”
- “Please think of 5 SEO-friendly titles.”
- In Korea: These prompts are often used to quickly create blog structures.
9. AI + Korea Travel Planning
- Japanese travelers can ask ChatGPT: “Create a 2-night, 3-day Seoul itinerary.”
- AI automatically suggests transportation, meals, and sightseeing routes.
- A friend of mine successfully created a perfect trip plan using AI and was very satisfied.
10. 3 Tips for Using AI Effectively
- Be specific: Write clear prompts.
- Start with everyday concerns: For example, deciding tonight’s dinner.
- Don’t rely on just one AI: Compare multiple tools to get better results.
Conclusion
AI tools may seem intimidating, but they are actually convenient resources that can be lightly applied in daily life — for travel, hobbies, or everyday tasks.
In Korea, the perception that “those who use AI well are people who use their time wisely” is steadily spreading.
In this blog, we’ll continue to share practical insights on IT and AI in Korea in an easy-to-understand way.
The first step with AI is simply “to try using it.” It might just make your daily life a little more convenient!
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