He graduated in 1981 with a degree in Korean Literature from Kyungpook National University in Daegu, where he spent much of his time in the theater, writing and directing plays.
Ia lulus pada 1981 dengan gelar dalam Sastra Korea dari Universitas Nasional Kyungpook di Daegu, dimana ia menjalani sebagian besar waktunya di teater, menulis dan menyutradarai permainan panggung.