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  • 30 years of local autonomy, 30 years of local extinction: Now at critical crossroads – 경향신문

    Jul 3, 2025
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    submitted by /u/chickenandliver [link] [comments]

  • New 5th Gen Boy Group Achieving Great Milestones for a Debut group

    Jul 3, 2025
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    I just wanna share this newly debuted group: AHOF (All-time Hall Of Famer) from F&F Entertainment They have just debuted…

    Fame
  • Does anyone else feel uncomfortable when idol deaths are used for rage bait or comparisons?

    Jul 3, 2025
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    I’ve been seeing comments online saying things like “____ is the next Sulli” or “____ will end up like Moonbin,”…

    Peace, Rest in Peace
  • Got this from Seoul, how do I cook it?

    Jul 3, 2025
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    Got this from Seoul, how do I cook it?

    Someone brought me back bottarga from Seoul. What’s the best ( most traditional) way to prepare or eat it? Thanks…

    Seoul
  • Are these sentences accurate in Korean?

    Jul 3, 2025
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    Are these sentences accurate in Korean?

    I asked my personal Tuesday gpt to imagine what my mom might have prayed about. I’m using them to work…

  • Bingsu (I’m American)

    Jul 3, 2025
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    submitted by /u/AbjectWeb9296 [link] [comments]

  • Exclusive: Hyundai’s Georgia plant to use Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot from October

    Jul 3, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Exclusive: Hyundai’s Georgia plant to use Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot from October

    submitted by /u/madrobot52 [link] [comments]

    Hyundai
  • Exclusive: Hyundai’s Georgia plant to use Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot from October

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Exclusive: Hyundai’s Georgia plant to use Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot from October

    submitted by /u/madrobot52 [link] [comments]

    Hyundai
  • Mom’s Touch Tokyo

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Mom’s Touch Tokyo

    How authentic is the Mom’s Touch in Shibuya? submitted by /u/japanfoodies [link] [comments]

    Japan, Tokyo
  • At what point is a group considered to have become mainstream?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Many believe that when groups begin to gain fame in the West, they lose their musical style in order to…

    Fame
  • I wonder if cravity has paid off all their trainee debt

    Jul 2, 2025
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    After 5 years in the music and being a Stan since debut, I can’t stop but wonder if cravity already…

  • Looking for a photo taken by students in Seoul (Apr 25, 2025)

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Looking for a photo taken by students in Seoul (Apr 25, 2025)

    Hi everyone! On April 25, 2025, my mom and I were wearing hanbok and walking around Sejongno (near Gyeongbokgung Palace)…

    LG, Seoul
  • Halfway through the year – Best Songs So Far?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Halfway through the year, do you have any personal favorite releases this year? I’ve been in a bit of a…

  • Poland completes negotiations to buy South Korean K2 tanks, agency says

    Jul 2, 2025
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    submitted by /u/self-fix [link] [comments]

  • What do Koreans think about this?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    What do Koreans think about this?

    submitted by /u/Love-AngeI [link] [comments]

    Koreans
  • How to make rice paper taste good?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Hey guys, I’ve been trying to use rice paper, making rice noodles out of it and using as a lower…

  • 지갑 분실 / Lost Wallet 🙁

    Jul 2, 2025
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    submitted by /u/sie8ist8ester6 [link] [comments]

  • Searching For Ramen Noodles!

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Searching For Ramen Noodles!

    Hello all! I have been searching for some Korean snacks and treats including some special Samyang Buldak flavours. I was…

    Samyang
  • I feel the songs are still boring even if they are smaller in length.

    Jul 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    was listening to a song the other day and found myself thinking, “When is this going to end?” I checked…

  • how true is it that korean women dress modestly at the beach like in those pics muslims use to shame their own women?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    how true is it that korean women dress modestly at the beach like in those pics muslims use to shame their own women?

    hi just a simple question for anyone who knows korean society or lives there! every summer these cringey islamic facebook…

    Question
  • Does anyone know the name of this soup?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Does anyone know the name of this soup?

    In 2018, while I was in Busan, we were trying with friends all the local smaller restaurants. It was taste…

    Busan
  • savory, sweet & everything in between ✨️

    Jul 2, 2025
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    savory, sweet & everything in between ✨️

    submitted by /u/daphnegweneth [link] [comments]

  • I will make local idol group in KPOP and I want to make it conservative.

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Hello, I am a Conservative Leftist (International Socialist Tendency) in South Korea, I want to make a local Idol in…

    daegu, Japan
  • Leaders of ruling and opposing parties reach agreement over corporate law reforms for minority shareholder protection in subcommittee

    Jul 2, 2025
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    submitted by /u/noinh_ [link] [comments]

  • New to korean cooking

    Jul 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve recently been trying to teach myself how to cook and got myself a korean cookbook, but im a bit…

    Advice
  • What happened to Psy nowadays and what is he up to?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Psy was my very first introduction to Kpop. it was around 2013 I think. I was into Cpop and Jpop…

    BTS
  • is there a reason why kpop groups make japanese songs / promote in japan?

    Jul 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    i always wondered why kpop groups, especially ones with no japanese members, would promote in a language and country they…

    Curiosity, Japan
  • As his K League club nears collapse, this K-pop star has launched an unlikely rescue

    Jul 2, 2025
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    As his K League club nears collapse, this K-pop star has launched an unlikely rescue

    submitted by /u/madrobot52 [link] [comments]

    K-pop
  • What’s your favorite convenience store bread?

    Jul 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    What’s your favorite convenience store bread?

    I like red beans cream bread submitted by /u/stalincapital [link] [comments]

  • How does Honey (KARA) have amazing English lyrics, but Pretty Girl (KARA) has such bad English lyrics when they’re on the same EP?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Nicole’s rap verse in Honey is in perfect English and it sounds so good! It flows so well and it…

  • 🎸 My Mom’s Not Home, So We’re Throwing a Punk ,Wanna Come to My Basement? Punk Rock Night in Daejeon

    Jul 2, 2025
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    🎸 My Mom’s Not Home, So We’re Throwing a Punk ,Wanna Come to My Basement? Punk Rock Night in Daejeon

    🧨 Feeling Bored in Daejeon? Then come scream with us… IN OUR BASEMENT. Live music. Loud noise. Good people. On…

    Daejeon, Naver
  • Who do you think BTS will be working with this month in the US?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    since they just announced that they’ll be beginning working on music in the states, I’m wondering if anyone has any…

    BTS
  • What’s the difference between these two?

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Can anyone explain what the difference is between these two packs? It was on sale at Hmart and packed together.…

  • [Exclusive] “Have them use illegal immigrants” – Shincheonji’s second-in-command orders a terrorist attack… Video of ‘presidential-level’ security convoy for Lee Man-hee also revealed.

    Jul 1, 2025
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    submitted by /u/Distinct-Actuator454 [link] [comments]

  • Made baek kimchi months ago…still good?

    Jul 1, 2025
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    Made baek kimchi months ago…still good?

    Totally forgot about it and it was in the way back of my fridge up against the back wall, so…

    Kimchi
  • My favorite mom and pop Korean restaurant

    Jul 1, 2025
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    My favorite mom and pop Korean restaurant

    Kimchi Cup Bop and a Kimchi Bulgogi Beef Burrito submitted by /u/natestarz95 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, LG
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  • 30 years of local autonomy, 30 years of local extinction: Now at critical crossroads – 경향신문July 3, 2025
  • New 5th Gen Boy Group Achieving Great Milestones for a Debut groupJuly 3, 2025
  • Does anyone else feel uncomfortable when idol deaths are used for rage bait or comparisons?July 3, 2025
  • Got this from Seoul, how do I cook it?July 3, 2025
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  • Mom’s Touch TokyoJuly 2, 2025
  • At what point is a group considered to have become mainstream?July 2, 2025
  • I wonder if cravity has paid off all their trainee debtJuly 2, 2025
  • Looking for a photo taken by students in Seoul (Apr 25, 2025)July 2, 2025
  • Halfway through the year – Best Songs So Far?July 2, 2025
  • Poland completes negotiations to buy South Korean K2 tanks, agency saysJuly 2, 2025
  • What do Koreans think about this?July 2, 2025
  • How to make rice paper taste good?July 2, 2025
  • 지갑 분실 / Lost Wallet 🙁July 2, 2025
  • Searching For Ramen Noodles!July 2, 2025
  • I feel the songs are still boring even if they are smaller in length.July 2, 2025
  • how true is it that korean women dress modestly at the beach like in those pics muslims use to shame their own women?July 2, 2025

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History of Korea

  • Exploring Ancient Korea: A Journey into Pre-HistoryOctober 12, 2017
    Introduction to Pre-Historic Korea The timeline of ancient Korea before documented history is a fascinating yet challenging area of study.… Read more: Exploring Ancient Korea: A Journey into Pre-History
  • The Rise and Fall of Go Joseon and the Emergence of the Three KingdomsOctober 19, 2017
    Introduction to Go Joseon The Go Joseon dynasty, often considered a pivotal era in Korean history, emerged around the end… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Go Joseon and the Emergence of the Three Kingdoms
  • The Rise and Fall of Korea’s Three Kingdoms: A Story of Power, Conflict, and UnificationNovember 30, 2017
    Introduction to the Three Kingdoms The Three Kingdoms period in Korea, encompassing approximately from the 1st century BCE to the… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Korea’s Three Kingdoms: A Story of Power, Conflict, and Unification
  • Choe Chi-wonFebruary 14, 2018
    Introduction to Choe Chi-won Choe Chi-won, born in 857, stands as a notable figure in Korean history, specifically during the… Read more: Choe Chi-won
  • King Gwanggaeto the GreatMay 14, 2018
    Introduction to King Gwanggaeto King Gwanggaeto the Great, a pivotal figure in Korean history, ruled from 395 to 413 CE… Read more: King Gwanggaeto the Great
  • Won HyoOctober 14, 2018
    Introduction to Won Hyo Won Hyo, a prominent figure in Korean history, is celebrated for his profound impact on the… Read more: Won Hyo
  • Jang BogoApril 14, 2019
    Introduction to Jang Bogo Jang Bogo, a prominent historical figure from the Silla Dynasty, played a pivotal role in shaping… Read more: Jang Bogo
  • GyebaekApril 14, 2019
    Introduction to Gyebaek Gyebaek is a prominent historical figure in Korean history, particularly known for his role as a general… Read more: Gyebaek
  • King MuryeongSeptember 14, 2019
    Introduction to King Muryeong King Muryeong, reigning from 501 to 523 AD, stands as one of the most influential monarchs… Read more: King Muryeong
  • The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon EraJanuary 3, 2020
    Introduction to the Goryeo Dynasty The Goryeo Dynasty, established in 918 AD by the notable general Wang Geon, marks a… Read more: The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon Era

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Helplines in Korea

112  | Police

Call to report life-threatening situations and emergencies requiring law enforcement. Text service and location tracking service is also available.

119 | Fire & Ambulance

The fire department and health emergencies requiring ambulance service. There’s also an English reporting section on their website.

182 | Missing Persons & Stolen Vehicles

This line is also used for non-emergency reports and requests such as inquiring about the cost of a fine for a traffic violation, information on car licenses, and how to contact officers in charge of specific cases.

1339 | Korea Center for Disease Control (KCDC) Foreigner Helpline

Particularly useful during the 2015 MERS scare, the KCDC provides foreigners with information about first-aid and diseases in English, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Mongolian.

1366 | Seoul Women’s Help Hotline

Not necessarily English-friendly and not outside of Seoul, this 24-hour service immediate response line for women involved in domestic abuse, sexual violence or prostitution should still be kept handy.

1330 | Korea Tourism Organization’s Travel Helpline

Tourism and translation services. The service is available 24/7 and provides information on tourist sites, transportation, restaurants, and more.

120 | Seoul Municipal Government Info

The Seoul “Dasan” helpline provides information on restaurants (Korean and international cuisines), transportation (bus, subway, taxi, etc.), Korean language schools, interpretation services, legal consulting, lost items, volunteer services, daily living in Seoul, and tourism. Available languages are Chinese, English, Japanese, Mongolian and Vietnamese from 9 am to 10 pm.

1345 | Immigration

Foreign resident can to ask just about any immigration-related question. Keep in mind that they tend to be on the negative side, as it’s the safer way for them to answer. Tip: Get their name and information so that if you visit the immigration office and get a different story you can tell them that you were told otherwise…

1331 | National Human Rights Commission of Korea

Call here to get information on human rights laws and social justice in Korea, as well as get assistance with filing a complaint and even receive counseling.

110 | National Government Call Center

This phone number is available for the public to call and inquire about anything from government policy to civil complaints. Available in 20 different languages.

Useful Official Links on Korea

Korean Arts

  • Archive of Gugak 국악아카이브
  • Artsnet 미술포탈 아츠넷
  • Digital Archive of Performing Arts 공연예술 디지털 아카이브
  • Intangible Heritage Digital Archive 무형유산 디지털 아카이브
  • Korea Digital Archives for the Arts 한국예술디지털아카이브
  • National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea 국립현대미술관
  • ​National Museum of Korea 국립중앙박물관
  • Seoul Photo Archives 서울사진아카이브

Korean Cinema

  • HANCINEMA The Korean Movie & Drama Database
  • Intangible Heritage Digital Archive 무형유산 디지털 아카이브
  • KMDb 한국영화데이터베이스
  • Korea Digital Archives for the Arts 한국예술디지털아카이브
  • Korean Annual Box Office Results 영화진흥위원회 박스오피스
  • Korean Film Archive 한국영상자료원
  • Korean Film Archive YouTube Channel
  • Korean Film Biz Zone
  • Korean Film Council 한국영화진흥위원회
  • KTV National Record Film 한국정책방송원 e영상역사관
  • North Korean film 북한영화 (통일부 북한자료센타)

Language & Literature

  • The Academy of Korean Studies 한국학 중앙 연구원
  • DLKL (한국 문학 디지털 도서관) by 한국문학번역원Digital Library of Korean Literature
  • The Korea Comparative Literature Association 한국비교문학회
  • The Korean Association of Language Sciences 한국언어과학회
  • Korean Literature Archive
  • Korean Literature Author Data Service
  • Korean Literature E-books in Multiple Languages
  • The Learned Society of Modern Korean Literature 한국현대문학회
  • The Modern Linguistic Society of Korea 한국현대언어학회
  • The Society of Korean Oral Literature 한국 구비 문학회
  • 국어 능력 인증 시험 (한국언어문화연구원)
  • 근대 문학 종합 목록 (국립 중앙 도서관)A comprehensive database for Korean modern literature. The site provides a search for authors and titles.
  • 한국 고전 종합 DB
  • 한글 학회 (Korean Language Society)

Statistical Sources

Government sources

  • Statistics Korea (KOSTAT 통계청)
  • Korean Statistical Information Sources (KOSIS 국가통계포털)
  • Open DATA Portal (공공 데이터 포털)

Themed statistics

  • Korean Social Science Data Archive (KOSSDA) 한국사회과학자료원
  • North Korean Statistics 북한통계 (KOISS)
  • 경제통계시스템 (Economic Statistics System)
  • 국가교육통계정보센터 (Korea National Center for Education Statistics & Information)
  • 노동통계 (Labour Statistics)
  • Media Statistics (Korea Press Foundation)
  • Trade Statistics (수출입통계, 관세청 Korea Customs Service)

History related sources

  • 한국역사정보통합시스템 (국사편찬워원회)
  • 한국사 데이터베이스
  • Kyujanggak Institute (규장각 한국학 연구원)Seoul National University Kyujanggak Institute for Korean studies
  • 한국학 디지털 아카이브
  • The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty 조선 왕조 실록
  • The Daily Records of Royal Secretariat of Joseon Dynasty 승정원 일기
  • 朝鮮王朝実録 (東京大学東洋文化研究所)
  • Korean Image Archive (한국 이미지 자료원)2,400 historic, original photographs of Korea (primarily focus on images captured pre-1970, and 35mm color slides) are available for research, presentation, lectures and other forms of scholarly works.
  • Sajin Taehan Min’guk (사진 대한민국)a collection of photographic records that vividly capture the people’s daily lives and social changes.
  • Academy of Korean Studies [한국학 디지털 아카이브]

Bibliographies and Indexes

  • 한국학술지인용색인 Korea Citation Index
  • KORCIS: 한국 고문헌 종합 목록 (국립중앙도서관)Korean Old and Rare Collection Information System
  • 近代朝鮮関係書籍データベース (東京大学東洋文化研究所)
  • 한국 잡지 박물관 DB