Actor Bae Yong-jun will meet with his Japanese fans through satellite TV.

Bae's management agency said a large-scale fan event entitled "Christmas with Family - Although We're Far Apart" will be held at the Yokohama Arena on December 14. The event will be broadcast via satellite coverage and link Bae with his fans in Japan.

Hallyu star Bae Yong-jun has been announced as the recipient of the ceremonial Culture Medal. Upon hearing the news, the actor responded, "I will try to live up to the honor by working harder."

In an interview with Yonhap News, he said winning the award was a "great responsibility" bestowed upon him and--though he felt he was lacking in many ways--he would "work harder to introduce more of Korea's culture to the world."

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism had recommended Bae for the Culture Medal due to his part in bringing Korean popular culture to the world through the TV drama, "Winter Sonata."

Bae will be receiving the medal at the Chungcheongbuk-do Province Cheongju Arts Center on October 18th, during the "2008 Culture Day" event.

The Culture Medal is a government award given to figures who have made a cultural impact through various fields. Lee Young-ae won a Culture Medal in 2007 for her influence on the Hallyu phenomenon with the drama "Daejanggeum."

Hallyu star Bae Yong-jun was nominated for a Cultural Medal and, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the actor's eligibility is currently under review by the State Council and president.

The Ministry of Culture has recognized Bae Yong-jun's role in introducing Korea's popular culture to the world through the Hallyu phenomenon following the success of his TV drama "Winter Sonata." Bae is one of 25 nominees for the Cultural Medal.

If Bae Yong-jun is chosen as the recipient of the honorable medal, he will receive the Cultural Medal at the "2008 Culture Day" event held at the Arts Center on October 18th in Cheongju, North Chungcheong province.

Established in 2004, the Cultural Medal is a government commendation awarded to figures whose invaluable efforts have paved the way in an area of culture.

Actress Lee Young-ae was the recipient of the 2007 Cultural Medal for her cultural influence on the Hallyu phenomenon through the TV drama "Jewel in the Palace."

Actor Bae Yong-jun will collaborate with Nonghyup Korea and introduce Korea's main staple, kimchi, to Japan.

"Gosireh" is a traditional Korean restaurant in Japan made famous for its interior design, fresh organic ingredients and menu personally picked by actor Bae Yong-joon. The celebrated restaurant marks its second anniversary this year, and will hold a special event to mark the occasion.

From August 2 to 27, Gosireh will feature a special "summer feast." During this period, the restaurant will randomly pick three couples and take them on the same tour that Bae went on when he visited Japan to promote his popular drama series "Taewangsasingi."

The selected customers will ride in the same car that Bae Yong-jun used during his visit to Japan in June.

The Nagoya branch of Gosireh is slated to open on September 10. The Nagoya branch will be less of a restaurant than a bar in which customers can enjoy light Korean meals as well as Korean liquor.