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  • round 1 win

    Jun 12, 2026
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    round 1 win

    round 1 victory! submitted by /u/BitReasonable208 [link] [comments]

  • One of the most relaxing spots I’ve found in Seoul

    Jun 12, 2026
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    One of the most relaxing spots I’ve found in Seoul

    submitted by /u/AdvertisingSafe3061 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Korea defeats Czechia 2–1 in World Cup opener!

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Korea defeats Czechia 2–1 in World Cup opener!

    First opening game victory since 2010 🇰🇷 submitted by /u/liuqiu_rangers [link] [comments]

  • Which company has the best GG visual lineage: SM or JYP?

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Throughout many years, there’s always been discussion among Kpop fans about which company has produced the most generation-defining visuals. And…

    Discussion
  • Left out of political discourse, young Koreans turn up the dial on conspiracy theories

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Left out of political discourse, young Koreans turn up the dial on conspiracy theories

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

    Koreans
  • Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration case

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration case

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

  • 7.4%

    Jun 12, 2026
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    7.4%

    Snapped this screenshot at the end of the South Korea – Czechia World Cup match. A figure of 3,843,047 viewers…

    Naver
  • Thoughts on RYM’s top 50 kpop songs of all time?

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Highest rated kpop songs of all time, according to RateYourMusic: ​ Afterschool – Shh Red Velvet – Russian Roulette SHINee…

    BTS
  • Hanwha Ocean Selected for South Korea’s KDDX Destroyer Program

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Hanwha Ocean Selected for South Korea’s KDDX Destroyer Program

    submitted by /u/self-fix2 [link] [comments]

  • watch the live stream for the game in 4k

    Jun 12, 2026
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    watch the live stream of the game here submitted by /u/PhysicsObjective6875 [link] [comments]

  • Frustration with an ‘unfair’ society, not right-wing politics, drives Korea’s angry young voters

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Frustration with an ‘unfair’ society, not right-wing politics, drives Korea’s angry young voters

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

    Politics
  • Gender equality minister backs anti-discrimination law, diverse family recognition

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Gender equality minister backs anti-discrimination law, diverse family recognition

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

    Discrimination, family
  • Prosecutors Seek Three-Year Sentence for YouTuber in Peace Statue Case

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Prosecutors Seek Three-Year Sentence for YouTuber in Peace Statue Case

    I hope for this piece of scum to feel the full force and fury of the Korean legal system. No…

    Peace
  • Where can I watch the World Cup streaming in English within South Korea?

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Due to copyright restrictions, it’s mostly unavailable here. I’m also wondering if there are any platforms that provide English captions.…

  • Spouse Cheating

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Any recommendations on dovorce attorneys in Korea? Had my suspicions of my wife, Korean, cheating and asked her previously to…

    Discussion
  • Next time I visit Korea, I’d love to order stuff online beforehand and have it delivered to my hotel — does a service like that exist?

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Just something I’ve been wondering about for people who’ve traveled to Korea. Whenever people visit Korea, they end up buying…

    travel
  • Twice has achieved a new career high in South Korea

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Twice has just sold out their three dates in Seoul for their This Is For Encore shows. These shows will…

    Seoul
  • the most predebut popularity since you got into Kpop ?

    Jun 11, 2026
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    what group’s debut have you personally seen the most hype for ? i got into Kpop last year (June-July) and…

    LG
  • Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)

    I am documenting the last portion of the newspaper coverage of a high-profile world tour by a Nazi German newspaper…

    Ancient Korea, Busan, daegu, Daejeon, germany, Japan, Korean Cuisine, purpose, Question, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • Even with the highly structured release schedule of kpop albums do delays ever happen

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Has there ever been a time in kpop history where an album got pushed to a later date than usual…

    history
  • Kpop Lightstick Decoration for Concert ✨✨✨

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Hi! Just wondering, do you usually design your lightsicks during concerts or do you just use them as is? 😊…

  • My review of aespa’s lemonade album+armageddon comparison

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Lemonade is everything armageddon wasn’t. The bsides are cohesive and actually sound like one body of work. My main problem…

  • How common is it for idols that have their own podcasts while active? H2H’s Stella just released a podcast episode.

    Jun 11, 2026
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    I’m guessing it would be more common if you have a native English speaker, but you could also have fully…

  • Trying to remember a meal

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Hello everyone! In 2021 I visited Busan and I happened upon a seafood restaurant I can’t stop thinking about. The…

    Busan, family
  • Ballot shortage tests trust in Korea’s election system: US expert

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Ballot shortage tests trust in Korea’s election system: US expert

    How this pans out will tell a lot. submitted by /u/Ok_Interview8836 [link] [comments]

  • Where can I get these in the U.S.?

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Where can I get these in the U.S.?

    Been craving these so bad 😔 ever since I came back from my KR trip a couple months ago. Are…

  • Question about my Chapagetti

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Y’all I got the rare craving of jjajang flavored ramen (hate beans but will eat bean flavored things if I…

    Question
  • Nvidia unveils AI infrastructure deals in South Korea, including a large-scale data center construction project in South Korea with SK Telecom

    Jun 11, 2026
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    https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/nvidia-unveils-ai-infrastructure-deals-025833217.html?guccounter=1 submitted by /u/Donghoon [link] [comments]

    Nvidia
  • Groups/Companies That Actually Have Good Promotion?

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Hello Everyone, I have a question. It feels like for every comeback I hear, “this group isn’t being promoted well…

    Question
  • Is this Korean food sold at Chinese restaurant?

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Is this Korean food sold at Chinese restaurant?

    Where can I find these submitted by /u/Simple-River-5693 [link] [comments]

    Korean Food
  • ICONIC BY MISTAKE has noticable differences between Katseye and the other 2 ggs

    Jun 11, 2026
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    So I’ve watched their performance on MNET and was just surprised (but I shouldn’t) when Katseye slams their slightly wild…

  • Curious if there are foreign idols not of Korean descent who have obtained permanent residency

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Came across a video featuring 2PM members answering fan questions and Nichkhun mentioned that he has been in Korea for…

    Question
  • Iconic by mistake feels like a Katseye song with Illit and le sserafim as feature

    Jun 11, 2026
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    I like all three groups, but imo, Katseye really stood out. Their verse and the choreography is definitely the standout…

  • After the crowds left..

    Jun 11, 2026
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    After the crowds left..

    Warm coffee, drifting petals. That was my favorite time to visit every year. submitted by /u/ImportanceNo1316 [link] [comments]

    coffee
  • Newer Generation don’t know Ulzzang(얼짱) anymore

    Jun 11, 2026
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    I have a 14yr old niece who is deeply influenced by kpop and kdrama. She loves korean foods, cultures, skincare…

    Ewha, Korean Food
  • Something about Bubble/Fancalls feels weird

    Jun 11, 2026
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    I’m mostly just thinking about BangChan’s insane gym thirst traps. Some idols barely using Bubble which bothers me because the…

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Latest Korean News

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  • round 1 winJune 12, 2026
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  • Korea defeats Czechia 2–1 in World Cup opener!June 12, 2026
  • Which company has the best GG visual lineage: SM or JYP?June 12, 2026
  • Left out of political discourse, young Koreans turn up the dial on conspiracy theoriesJune 12, 2026
  • Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration caseJune 12, 2026
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  • Thoughts on RYM’s top 50 kpop songs of all time?June 12, 2026
  • Hanwha Ocean Selected for South Korea’s KDDX Destroyer ProgramJune 12, 2026
  • watch the live stream for the game in 4kJune 12, 2026
  • Frustration with an ‘unfair’ society, not right-wing politics, drives Korea’s angry young votersJune 12, 2026
  • Gender equality minister backs anti-discrimination law, diverse family recognitionJune 12, 2026
  • Prosecutors Seek Three-Year Sentence for YouTuber in Peace Statue CaseJune 12, 2026
  • Where can I watch the World Cup streaming in English within South Korea?June 11, 2026
  • Spouse CheatingJune 11, 2026
  • Next time I visit Korea, I’d love to order stuff online beforehand and have it delivered to my hotel — does a service like that exist?June 11, 2026
  • Twice has achieved a new career high in South KoreaJune 11, 2026
  • the most predebut popularity since you got into Kpop ?June 11, 2026
  • Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)June 11, 2026
  • Even with the highly structured release schedule of kpop albums do delays ever happenJune 11, 2026

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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