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  • CNBLUE 2026 ‘3LOGY’ World Tour in Oceania: Melbourne, Sydney & Auckland Dates, Band History, Discography and How to Get Tickets

    Dec 2, 2025
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    CNBLUE 2026 ‘3LOGY’ World Tour in Oceania: Melbourne, Sydney & Auckland Dates, Band History, Discography and How to Get Tickets

    Photo Credits: FNC Entertainment (에프엔씨엔터테인먼트)  2026 ‘3LOGY’ Oceania dates The 2026 CNBLUE LIVE WORLD TOUR ‘3LOGY’ in Oceania brings the…

    BTS, history, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Suga, travel
  • Chuei Liyu Draws His Own Destiny: Inside W Korea’s November 2025 Pictorial Preview and the Making of a New K-Fashion Muse

    Dec 2, 2025
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    Chuei Liyu Draws His Own Destiny: Inside W Korea’s November 2025 Pictorial Preview and the Making of a New K-Fashion Muse

    Photo Credits: W Korea FNC Entertainment There is a particular kind of quiet voltage that only a true rising star…

    Affinity, BTS, Celebrity, Fame, K-pop, Seoul, Suga
  • Dinosaur Running Club : Long Slow Distance

    Dec 2, 2025
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    Dinosaur Running Club : Long Slow Distance

    Dinosaur Running Club plays a nostalgic mellow and modern rock style. The four-song EP, Long Slow Distance, takes the band’s…

    LG
  • BTS’s Jungkook Ignites Rolling Stone UK’s December 2025 Cover: A Global, High-Fashion Preview of the Next BTS Era

    Dec 1, 2025
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    BTS’s Jungkook Ignites Rolling Stone UK’s December 2025 Cover: A Global, High-Fashion Preview of the Next BTS Era

    Photo Credits: Rolling Stone UK. BigHit Music Jungkook of BTS is set to front the December 2025 issue of Rolling…

    BTS, Celebrity, Japan, Seoul, Suga
  • Eternal White, Never Fading: WayV’s Snowy Winter Fantasy In Luxe Neutrals, Soft Glam And Frosted Streetwear For ‘We Ain’t Fading’

    Dec 1, 2025
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    Eternal White, Never Fading: WayV’s Snowy Winter Fantasy In Luxe Neutrals, Soft Glam And Frosted Streetwear For ‘We Ain’t Fading’

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment WayV’s Winter Special Album “白色定格 (Eternal White)” arrives with concept photos that feel like a cinematic…

    family, Suga
  • I.MET.U’s Lea Serves a Technicolor Sugar High in Fashion Hankook’s ‘Treats of Color’ Beauty Editorial for December 2025

    Nov 30, 2025
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    I.MET.U’s Lea Serves a Technicolor Sugar High in Fashion Hankook’s ‘Treats of Color’ Beauty Editorial for December 2025

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    K-pop, Suga
  • ALLDAY PROJECT Unveils Dynamic Concept Photos and Online Cover for Their Highly Anticipated 1st EP Album

    Nov 30, 2025
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    ALLDAY PROJECT Unveils Dynamic Concept Photos and Online Cover for Their Highly Anticipated 1st EP Album

    Photo Credits: The Black Label The co-ed K-pop group ALLDAY PROJECT is set to make a powerful statement with the…

    K-pop
  • Stray Kids I.N Radiates Elegance in Cosmopolitan Korea x Damiani December 2025 Luxe Jewelry Editorial Preview

    Nov 30, 2025
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    Stray Kids I.N Radiates Elegance in Cosmopolitan Korea x Damiani December 2025 Luxe Jewelry Editorial Preview

    Photo Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea Damiani JYP Entertainment Stray Kids’ I.N captivates the fashion world as the radiant cover star of…

    BTS, K-pop, KT, Photography, Seoul
  • JUSTB Announces 2026 Europe Tour “Aqua Halo” Featuring All Members and Dynamic Live Dates Across Major Cities

    Nov 30, 2025
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    JUSTB Announces 2026 Europe Tour “Aqua Halo” Featuring All Members and Dynamic Live Dates Across Major Cities

    Photo Credits: Bluedot Entertainment JUSTB, the rising K-pop boy group celebrated for its dynamic performances and fresh musical energy, is…

    germany, K-pop
  • 82MAJOR’s Yechan Rewrites Winter Idol Style in DAZED Korea 2025: A High-Fashion Pictorial That Confirms His Next-Gen Editorial Power

    Nov 29, 2025
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    82MAJOR’s Yechan Rewrites Winter Idol Style in DAZED Korea 2025: A High-Fashion Pictorial That Confirms His Next-Gen Editorial Power

    Photo Credits: DAZED Korea Great M Entertainment. Photography (Kim ye young) 82MAJOR’s Yechan steps into DAZED Korea’s Winter 2025 issue…

    BTS, K-pop, Photography, Seoul
  • BTS j-hope – ELLE Korea (December 2025 Issue – Special Edition Covers)

    Nov 29, 2025
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    BTS j-hope – ELLE Korea (December 2025 Issue – Special Edition Covers)

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea. BigHit Music Emerging from the electric aura of BTS, J-Hope commands an exceptional presence on the…

    BTS, K-pop, Seoul
  • CORTIS – DAZED Korea x Balenciaga 2025 Winter Edition Issue Covers: High-Fashion Editorial Feature

    Nov 28, 2025
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    CORTIS – DAZED Korea x Balenciaga 2025 Winter Edition Issue Covers: High-Fashion Editorial Feature

    Photo Credits: DAZED Korea Balenciaga BigHit Music In an arresting fusion of avant-garde luxury and contemporary Korean pop culture, CORTIS…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • Join GALACTIKA: Seeking Visionary A&R to Craft the Next Global K-Pop Sound from the Heart of Seoul

    Nov 28, 2025
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    Join GALACTIKA: Seeking Visionary A&R to Craft the Next Global K-Pop Sound from the Heart of Seoul

    Photo Credits: Galactika Records GALACTIKA* is the creative powerhouse behind countless K-pop icons — ITZY’s “WANNABE” and “DALLA DALLA,” TXT’s…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • Feeldog Digital Single TOO GOOD Concept Photo Sparks K-Pop Buzz – Release Dec 3

    Nov 27, 2025
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    Feeldog Digital Single TOO GOOD Concept Photo Sparks K-Pop Buzz – Release Dec 3

    Photo Credits: Galactika Records Feeldog, the multifaceted artist formerly of UNB and BIGSTAR, has fans buzzing with the unveiling of…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Inside FIFTY FIFTY’s Bold and Elegant Arena Homme+ Korea December 2025 Pictorial: Styling, Hair & Makeup Spotlight on K-pop’s Fashion-Forward Girl Group Comeback Impact

    Nov 26, 2025
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    Inside FIFTY FIFTY’s Bold and Elegant Arena Homme+ Korea December 2025 Pictorial: Styling, Hair & Makeup Spotlight on K-pop’s Fashion-Forward Girl Group Comeback Impact

    Photo Credits: Arena Homme+ Korea ATTRAKT In the crisp pages of Arena Homme+ Korea’s December 2025 issue, FIFTY FIFTY emerges…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, study, Tokyo
  • A.C.E Junhee 2026 US Tour INTO THE OCEAN: All You Need to Know About His Upcoming North American Journey

    Nov 26, 2025
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    A.C.E Junhee 2026 US Tour INTO THE OCEAN: All You Need to Know About His Upcoming North American Journey

    Photo Credits: H&P Entertainment Junhee’s Background and History Park Junhee, known mononymously as Junhee, is a renowned South Korean singer,…

    history, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Tokyo
  • 2PM Jang Wooyoung Celebrates 10 Years in Japan with Stunning Best Album ‘3650.zip’ Featuring Exclusive Jacket & Artist Images

    Nov 26, 2025
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    2PM Jang Wooyoung Celebrates 10 Years in Japan with Stunning Best Album ‘3650.zip’ Featuring Exclusive Jacket & Artist Images

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Marking a memorable milestone, 2PM’s Jang Wooyoung commemorates his decade-long solo career in Japan with the…

    history, Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Swiimers (스위머스) : Swiimers High

    Nov 26, 2025
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    Swiimers (스위머스) : Swiimers High

    Swiimers might have been the first dreampop band that I heard back when they were Ultra High Frequency. And Swiimers’…

  • ZB1 Unveils Captivating 3-Cover Edition for Numéro TOKYO’s Jan/Feb 2026 Special — A Visual Feast of Style and Charisma

    Nov 25, 2025
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    ZB1 Unveils Captivating 3-Cover Edition for Numéro TOKYO’s Jan/Feb 2026 Special — A Visual Feast of Style and Charisma

    Photo Credits: Numéro TOKYO WAKE ONE ZB1, the rising K-pop sensation, is captivating fans once again with a stunning preview…

    history, Japan, K-pop, k-pop merchandise, Tokyo
  • kkumbugchew (꿈벅추) debuts with Childlike Future, a keepsake box electronica album

    Nov 25, 2025
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    kkumbugchew (꿈벅추) debuts with Childlike Future, a keepsake box electronica album

    kkumbugchew sent an email about their first album, Childlike Future. From the first song, “Our Vacation,” the album is a…

    LG
  • GREENY : New Matt

    Nov 25, 2025
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    GREENY : New Matt

    New Matt is a ride through psychedelic electronica, bedroom pop, and indie-rock. With just four tracks, New Matt manages to…

    Ewha, LG
  • JUNNY Brings [null]: Canadian-Korean R&B Star Announces 2026 North America Tour Dates, History, and How to Get Tickets

    Nov 25, 2025
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    JUNNY Brings [null]: Canadian-Korean R&B Star Announces 2026 North America Tour Dates, History, and How to Get Tickets

    Photo Credits: MAUVE COMPANY About JUNNY JUNNY, born Kim Hyeong-Jun (주니), is a Korean-Canadian singer-songwriter and producer known for his…

    history, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Teenager
  • SAY MY NAME’s Hitomi, Soha & Dohee Rewrite Rookie Glamour in GQ Korea’s December 2025 Pictorial, From Tailored Edge to Dream‑Bright Beauty

    Nov 24, 2025
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    SAY MY NAME’s Hitomi, Soha & Dohee Rewrite Rookie Glamour in GQ Korea’s December 2025 Pictorial, From Tailored Edge to Dream‑Bright Beauty

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea INKODE SAY MY NAME’s Hitomi, Soha and Dohee step into GQ Korea’s December 2025 issue like…

    Japan, purpose
  • Karina of aespa Channels Natural Elegance in Stunning Chanel Beauty Pictorial for W Korea November 2025

    Nov 24, 2025
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    Karina of aespa Channels Natural Elegance in Stunning Chanel Beauty Pictorial for W Korea November 2025

    Photo Credits: W Korea Chanel SM Entertainment In the November 2025 digital issue of W Korea, aespa’s Karina emerges as…

  • Beyond the Stage: Enhypen’s Fashion Evolution and Iconic Magazine Covers [Feature]

    Nov 23, 2025
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    Beyond the Stage: Enhypen’s Fashion Evolution and Iconic Magazine Covers [Feature]

    Photo Credits: Belift Lab. Virgin Music (Japan) Geffen Records (US) Enhypen, one of the rapidly ascending K-pop groups, has long blurred the…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul
  • Explore the Hong Kong 2025 Chromosome Universe New Year Countdown Show Lineup Featuring EXO Stars and Rising Talent

    Nov 23, 2025
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    Explore the Hong Kong 2025 Chromosome Universe New Year Countdown Show Lineup Featuring EXO Stars and Rising Talent

    Credits: 2025 Chromosome Universe New Year Countdown Show The 2025 Chromosome Universe New Year Countdown Show in Hong Kong promises…

    K-pop, KT
  • BAE173’s Hangyul & Muzin Set to Ignite Beijing with Solo Fanmeetings in December

    Nov 23, 2025
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    BAE173’s Hangyul & Muzin Set to Ignite Beijing with Solo Fanmeetings in December

    Photo Credits: PocketDol Studio BAE173 is eagerly bringing their fanmeeting “H:our” to Beijing, featuring solo events from members Hangyul and…

    Japan, K-pop
  • TWS Dohoon Commands December 2025 GQ Korea with High-Fashion Editorial Elegance and Youthful Edge

    Nov 23, 2025
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    TWS Dohoon Commands December 2025 GQ Korea with High-Fashion Editorial Elegance and Youthful Edge

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea Pledis Entertainment In the December 2025 issue of GQ Korea, TWS’s Dohoon emerges as a commanding…

  • I-DLE Minnie Radiates High-Fashion Elegance in ELLE Hong Kong December 2025 Issue: A Deep Dive into Her Iconic Editorial Looks

    Nov 22, 2025
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    I-DLE Minnie Radiates High-Fashion Elegance in ELLE Hong Kong December 2025 Issue: A Deep Dive into Her Iconic Editorial Looks

    Photo Credits: ELLE Hong Kong CUBE Entertainment I-DLE Minnie graces the December 2025 cover and pictorial of ELLE Hong Kong…

    K-pop
  • ITZY Ryujin’s Marie Claire Korea December 2025 Editorial: A Bold Aura of Modern Glamour

    Nov 22, 2025
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    ITZY Ryujin’s Marie Claire Korea December 2025 Editorial: A Bold Aura of Modern Glamour

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea. JYP Entertainment In the December 2025 issue of Marie Claire Korea, ITZY’s Ryujin emerges not…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Taeyeon’s “Panorama: The Best of TAEYEON” – A Cinematic Fashion Edit celebrating a Decade of Artistry

    Nov 22, 2025
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    Taeyeon’s “Panorama: The Best of TAEYEON” – A Cinematic Fashion Edit celebrating a Decade of Artistry

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment Taeyeon, the iconic main vocalist of Girls’ Generation, graces the stage of her illustrious solo career…

    K-pop, LG, Photography
  • Short Stuff 78 : Godarxk, Gongun, MIRAERO, Jang si woo, The Mows, TOOTHLESS GARDEN

    Nov 21, 2025
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    Short Stuff 78 : Godarxk, Gongun, MIRAERO, Jang si woo, The Mows, TOOTHLESS GARDEN

    Godarxk : Headlight Godarxk describes themselves as a singer-songwriter. But “Headlight” is an R&B-fueled single that’s directed by MangoTone. I…

  • Candy Tears: Baby DONT Cry’s Dazed Korea December 2025 Pictorial Unveils the Radiance of P Nation’s Iconic New Girl Group

    Nov 20, 2025
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    Candy Tears: Baby DONT Cry’s Dazed Korea December 2025 Pictorial Unveils the Radiance of P Nation’s Iconic New Girl Group

    Photo Credits: Dazed Korea P Nation In a season dominated by frost and steel, Dazed Korea’s December 2025 issue melts…

    K-pop
  • LE SSERAFIM’s Chaewon Transforms into a Crystal Goddess in Marie Claire Korea x Swarovski December 2025 Pictorial Preview

    Nov 20, 2025
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    LE SSERAFIM’s Chaewon Transforms into a Crystal Goddess in Marie Claire Korea x Swarovski December 2025 Pictorial Preview

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Swarovski Source Music At the zenith of contemporary K-pop artistry and high fashion, LE SSERAFIM’s…

    K-pop
  • WOODZ Commands the December 2025 @Style Magazine Cover with Contemporary Elegance and Artful Fashion Narratives in Striking Pictorials

    Nov 20, 2025
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    WOODZ Commands the December 2025 @Style Magazine Cover with Contemporary Elegance and Artful Fashion Narratives in Striking Pictorials

    In the December 2025 issue of @Style Magazine, WOODZ emerges as a profound embodiment of contemporary elegance and conceptual sophistication,…

    K-pop
  • Erøtic Wørms Exhibitiøn : Carcasses

    Nov 20, 2025
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    Erøtic Wørms Exhibitiøn : Carcasses

    Between 2024’s Famine or Feast and 2025’s Carcasses, Erøtic Wørms Exhibitiøn entered a new chapter. The band’s core sound remains,…

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  • SK Hynix to ramp up 1c DRAM production 8-fold in 2026November 20, 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