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  • YIPPEE : PIPE DREAM

    May 29, 2025
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    Even with a HYUKOH-esque tone, YIPPEE present a unique sound on their first EP, PIPE DREAM Written by Chris P…

  • EXO’s Kai Captivates in Versace for ELLE Korea’s June 2025 Issue: K-pop Icon Blends Fashion and Artistry

    May 28, 2025
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    EXO’s Kai Captivates in Versace for ELLE Korea’s June 2025 Issue: K-pop Icon Blends Fashion and Artistry

    Photo Credits: Elle Korea. SM Entertainment. Versace EXO’s Kai has once again proven his status as a global fashion icon,…

    Affinity, K-pop, LG
  • Red Velvet’s Irene & Seulgi Captivate Fans with Mesmerizing “TILT” Music Video and Exciting Upcoming Projects

    May 28, 2025
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    Red Velvet’s Irene & Seulgi Captivate Fans with Mesmerizing “TILT” Music Video and Exciting Upcoming Projects

    Photo & Video Credits: SM Entertainment Red Velvet’s dynamic sub-unit, Irene & Seulgi, has once again captured the hearts of…

    K-pop, LG, Oyster
  • Permanent Red : Armadillo

    May 28, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Permanent Red kicks off their first EP with clever drums Written by Ashley J Chong for Korean Indie.

  • KickFlip and Jeep Redefine Urban Adventure in Cosmopolitan Korea’s June 2025 Pictorial

    May 28, 2025
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    KickFlip and Jeep Redefine Urban Adventure in Cosmopolitan Korea’s June 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea. Jeep. JYP Entertainment KickFlip, the rising star in Korea’s urban music and fashion scene, has teamed…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • HITGS appears in Cosmopolitan Korea June 2025 Issue Pictorial Preview: Meet K-Pop’s Freshest Girl Group

    May 26, 2025
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    HITGS appears in Cosmopolitan Korea June 2025 Issue Pictorial Preview: Meet K-Pop’s Freshest Girl Group

    Photo Credits: H Music Entertainment. Cosmopolitan Korea The anticipation around HITGS continues to build as the five-member girl group graces…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Teenager
  • TWS features in W Korea x Celine June 2025 Pictorial: K-pop’s Rising Stars Redefine Style

    May 26, 2025
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    TWS features in W Korea x Celine June 2025 Pictorial: K-pop’s Rising Stars Redefine Style

    Photo Credits: W Korea Celine Pledis Entertainment TWS, the fast-rising K-pop boy group under Pledis Entertainment, has taken center stage…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • SHINee Honors Jonghyun and Marks 17th Anniversary with Emotional ‘Poet | Artist’ Music Video and Upcoming Concerts

    May 26, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Music Video Credit: SM Entertainment SHINee has once again captured the hearts of fans worldwide with the release of their…

    K-pop, Perspectives, Seoul
  • TOUCHED Captivates in Cosmopolitan Korea’s June 2025 Pictorial: A Rising Band’s Journey and Members Revealed

    May 25, 2025
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    TOUCHED Captivates in Cosmopolitan Korea’s June 2025 Pictorial: A Rising Band’s Journey and Members Revealed

    Photo Credits: MPMG MUSIC. Cosmopolitan Korea TOUCHED, the talented South Korean band making waves in the indie music scene, is…

    K-pop
  • MEOVV Unveils Vogue Korea x Spotify 2025 Covers: K-pop’s Rising Stars Set for Global Spotlight

    May 24, 2025
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    MEOVV Unveils Vogue Korea x Spotify 2025 Covers: K-pop’s Rising Stars Set for Global Spotlight

    Photo Credits: THEBLACKLABEL Vogue Korea Spotify MEOVV, the rising K-pop girl group under THEBLACKLABEL, is making waves this May with…

    K-pop
  • GOT7’s Park Jinyoung Commands Attention in W Korea’s June 2025 Pictorial Preview

    May 24, 2025
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    GOT7’s Park Jinyoung Commands Attention in W Korea’s June 2025 Pictorial Preview

    GOT7’s Park Jinyoung is once again turning heads, this time as the featured star of W Korea Magazine’s highly anticipated…

    K-pop
  • ONE PACT Captivates in Exclusive MAPS Korea 2025 Summer Pictorial: A Closer Look at K-Pop’s Rising Stars

    May 24, 2025
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    ONE PACT Captivates in Exclusive MAPS Korea 2025 Summer Pictorial: A Closer Look at K-Pop’s Rising Stars

    Photo Credits: MAPS Korea. ARMADA Ent ONE PACT, the dynamic K-pop boy group, is setting the tone for summer with…

    K-pop
  • fromis_9 Graces Harper’s BAZAAR Korea June 2025 with Fresh Style and Upcoming Music Plans

    May 23, 2025
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    fromis_9 Graces Harper’s BAZAAR Korea June 2025 with Fresh Style and Upcoming Music Plans

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea. ASND Label (Achieve Something Never Done Before) In the June 2025 issue of Harper’s BAZAAR Korea, fromis_9 presents…

    BTS, K-pop
  • IVE’s Rei Captivates in Cosmopolitan Korea x KINKO June 2025: A Fresh Look at the Rising K-pop Star

    May 23, 2025
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    IVE’s Rei Captivates in Cosmopolitan Korea x KINKO June 2025: A Fresh Look at the Rising K-pop Star

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment. Cosmopolitan Korea KINKO Fans of K-pop group IVE are in for a treat as Rei, the…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • Say Sue Me : Time is Not Yours

    May 23, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Say Sue Me sound more polished, mature, and comfortable on this latest EP that arrives three years after The Last…

  • Short Stuff 60 : Underwear Parkour!, Scon, Son Yeji, GOMCHI, GaGyeong, Park Bench Club

    May 22, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Underwear Parkour! : Mutation This debut single from Underwear Parkour! is a surprise. From the single art, it looks like…

  • Sooyoung of Girls’ Generation in W Korea June 2025 Pictorial and Makes Hollywood Debut in John Wick Spinoff

    May 21, 2025
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    Sooyoung of Girls’ Generation in W Korea June 2025 Pictorial and Makes Hollywood Debut in John Wick Spinoff

    Photo Credits: W Korea. SARAM Entertainment Sooyoung, the multi-talented singer and actress from Girls’ Generation (SNSD), is captivating fans once…

    BTS, K-pop
  • Effie : E

    May 21, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    E, by Effie, is her first full length showing her growth from her 2020 debut and now signature electronic, pop,…

  • Chuu in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea May 2025: Exclusive Elizabeth Arden x Juicy Couture Pictorial & Latest Updates

    May 21, 2025
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    Chuu in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea May 2025: Exclusive Elizabeth Arden x Juicy Couture Pictorial & Latest Updates

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea Elizabeth Arden. Juicy Couture. K-pop sensation Chuu, known offstage as Kim Ji-woo, is set to…

    BTS, Celebrity, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • J-Hope Shines in Billboard May 2025 Pictorial: Behind the Scenes, Global Tour Triumphs, and What’s Next for BTS’s Dance Leader

    May 20, 2025
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    J-Hope Shines in Billboard May 2025 Pictorial: Behind the Scenes, Global Tour Triumphs, and What’s Next for BTS’s Dance Leader

    Photo Credits: Billboard BigHit Music Hero Image: Billboard J-Hope, the electrifying dancer, rapper, and singer-songwriter of BTS, commands the spotlight…

    BTS, history, K-pop, Military, Seoul
  • Stray Kids’ Hyunjin Shines in Arena Homme+ Korea x Cartier June 2025 Pictorial Amid Philanthropy and Global Ambassadorships

    May 20, 2025
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    Stray Kids’ Hyunjin Shines in Arena Homme+ Korea x Cartier June 2025 Pictorial Amid Philanthropy and Global Ambassadorships

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment. Cartier. Arena Homme+ Korea Stray Kids’ Hyunjin continues to command the spotlight, dazzling fans and fashion…

    K-pop, KT, Medical, Samsung, Social Media
  • Jiheun : Before Therapy 2

    May 20, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Jiheun’s Before Therapy 2 sounds like an indie rock and emo EP from the US rather than South Korea and…

  • ILLIT Shines in Vogue Korea June 2025: Behind the Scenes of the Stunning Pictorial

    May 19, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ILLIT Shines in Vogue Korea June 2025: Behind the Scenes of the Stunning Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea. Belift Lab ILLIT, the rising K-pop girl group that has taken the music world by storm,…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • ENHYPEN’s Jake & Sunghoon Shine in Esquire Korea’s June 2025 Tiffany & Co. Cover: Behind the Scenes of the Dazzling Photoshoot

    May 19, 2025
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    ENHYPEN’s Jake & Sunghoon Shine in Esquire Korea’s June 2025 Tiffany & Co. Cover: Behind the Scenes of the Dazzling Photoshoot

    Photo Credits: Esquire Korea. Tiffany & Co. Belift Lab ENHYPEN’s Jake and Sunghoon are captivating fans and fashion enthusiasts alike…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • K-Pop Universe Music Fest 2025 in Barcelona: Wonho, Big Ocean, Rolling Quartz, KISU, and 8TURN Headline Star-Studded Lineup-Dates

    May 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-Pop Universe Music Fest 2025 in Barcelona: Wonho, Big Ocean, Rolling Quartz, KISU, and 8TURN Headline Star-Studded Lineup-Dates

    Photo Credit: Rolling Star Entertainment Barcelona is set to become the epicenter of K-pop excitement this June as the K-Pop…

    history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG
  • [MUSIC VIDEO] X:IN’s “Attention Seeker” MV Shines: Meet the Multinational K-pop Group and Their Rising Members

    May 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    [MUSIC VIDEO] X:IN’s “Attention Seeker” MV Shines: Meet the Multinational K-pop Group and Their Rising Members

    Photo Credits:  BeBy Entertainment X:IN, the multinational girl group making waves in the K-pop scene, has returned with their electrifying…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • WHIB Shines in @Style Magazine May 2025 Pictorial: Inside the Rise of K-Pop’s Stylish New Icons

    May 18, 2025
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    WHIB Shines in @Style Magazine May 2025 Pictorial: Inside the Rise of K-Pop’s Stylish New Icons

    Photo Credits @Style. CJeS Entertainment WHIB, the rising South Korean boy group under CJeS Entertainment, is making waves with their…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • VVS Debuts with Captivating Mini Album D.I.M.M. and Stunning Liwon Concept Photos – Meet the Rising K-Pop Sensations

    May 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    VVS Debuts with Captivating Mini Album D.I.M.M. and Stunning Liwon Concept Photos – Meet the Rising K-Pop Sensations

    Photo Credits: MZMC Emerging onto the vibrant K-pop scene, VVS has officially unveiled their first mini album, D.I.M.M., marking an exciting…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • LE SSERAFIM Unveils Nostalgic YLANG Concept Photos for Japan 4th Single “DIFFERENT”

    May 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    LE SSERAFIM Unveils Nostalgic YLANG Concept Photos for Japan 4th Single “DIFFERENT”

    Photo Credits: Source Music. YG Plus LE SSERAFIM, the powerhouse K-pop girl group, is once again capturing fans’ hearts with…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • (G)I-DLE Shines on Cosmopolitan Korea June 2025 Cover: Comeback Excitement and Latest Updates

    May 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    (G)I-DLE Shines on Cosmopolitan Korea June 2025 Cover: Comeback Excitement and Latest Updates

    Photo Credits. Cosmopolitan Korea. Cube Entertainment Fans of (G)I-DLE have a new reason to celebrate as the group graces the…

    K-pop
  • Ningning Shines on ELLE China June 2025 Cover as aespa Gears Up for Anticipated June Comeback

    May 16, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Ningning Shines on ELLE China June 2025 Cover as aespa Gears Up for Anticipated June Comeback

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment. Elle China Ningning, the powerhouse vocalist and youngest member of aespa, is captivating fans once again…

    K-pop, netizens, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Short Stuff 59 : MOMEMENTSYUMI, Besweet, BASEMENTZEROFLOOR, Gi Yeo Wool, Angella Kim, Siwa

    May 16, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    There’s a nice variety on Short Stuff 59 with Besweet’s reintroduction and the singles from newer artists Written by Chris…

  • IVE’s Wonyoung Shines as Dashing Diva’s New Model: Latest Brand Ambassadorship and Upcoming IVE Events

    May 16, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    IVE’s Wonyoung Shines as Dashing Diva’s New Model: Latest Brand Ambassadorship and Upcoming IVE Events

    Photo Credits: Dashing Diva. Starship Entertainment IVE’s Wonyoung has been officially named the new model for the global self-nail brand…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Stray Kids Seungmin – Harper’s Bazaar Korea x Burberry (June 2025 Issue Cover)

    May 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Stray Kids Seungmin – Harper’s Bazaar Korea x Burberry (June 2025 Issue Cover)

    Photo Credits: JPY Entertainment. Harpers Bazaar Korea. Burberry Seungmin, the main vocalist of Stray Kids, has taken center stage as…

    K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • KickFlip Unveils ‘Kick Out, Flip Now!’ After School Concept Photos Ahead of Anticipated Comeback and Upcoming Events

    May 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    KickFlip Unveils ‘Kick Out, Flip Now!’ After School Concept Photos Ahead of Anticipated Comeback and Upcoming Events

    Photo/Video Credits: JYP Entertainment. KickFlip. KCON japan Rookie boy group KickFlip is amping up excitement for their upcoming second mini…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • XG Drops “MILLION PLACES” Music Video and Wraps World Tour with Emotional Tokyo Dome Finale

    May 14, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    XG Drops “MILLION PLACES” Music Video and Wraps World Tour with Emotional Tokyo Dome Finale

    Photo Credits: XGALX Entertainment Global sensation XG has delivered a heartfelt gift to their fans with the release of the…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Tokyo, travel
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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