Singer and entertainer Kim Jong-kook recently concluded his journey on the SBS Plus variety program 'The Manly Way of Traveling in Kyushu' (Season 1) alongside Choo Sung-hoon and Daesung. During the final episode aired on the 12th, Kim, known for his famously frugal habits, surprised viewers by shopping for gifts for his wife and mother in Kagoshima. Despite the program recording 0% viewership ratings, the trio completed their trip, which included a stay at a prestigious 5-star ryokan that hosted the 2004 Korea-Japan summit. Additionally, Kim is set to appear on KBS2's 'Problem Child in House' on the 14th to showcase his sharp wit. - Kim Jong-kook showcased a change in his legendary 'stingy' personality by actively shopping for his wife and mother during his Japan trip. - Kim, Choo Sung-hoon, and Daesung successfully wrapped up Season 1 of 'The Manly Way of Traveling in Kyushu' with plans for a future trip to Mongolia. Q: Why is this trending? A: Kim Jong-kook is trending because his surprising shift from a frugal lifestyle to a 'devoted husband' shopping for his family during his recent travels has captured public interest. | Singer and entertainer Kim Jong-kook recently concluded his journey on the SBS Plus variety program 'The Manly Way of Traveling in Kyushu' (Season 1) alongside Choo Sung-hoon and Daesung. During the final episode aired on the 12th, Kim, known for his famously frugal habits, surprised viewers by shopping for gifts for his wife and mother in Kagoshima. Despite the program recording 0% viewership ratings, the trio completed their trip, which included a stay at a prestigious 5-star ryokan that hosted the 2004 Korea-Japan summit. Additionally, Kim is set to appear on KBS2's 'Problem Child in House' on the 14th to showcase his sharp wit. - Kim Jong-kook showcased a change in his legendary 'stingy' personality by actively shopping for his wife and mother during his Japan trip. - Kim, Choo Sung-hoon, and Daesung successfully wrapped up Season 1 of 'The Manly Way of Traveling in Kyushu' with plans for a future trip to Mongolia. Q: Why is this trending? A: Kim Jong-kook is trending because his surprising shift from a frugal lifestyle to a 'devoted husband' shopping for his family during his recent travels has captured public interest.