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  • Yves Unveils ‘Soft Error’: A Hauntingly Beautiful Journey of Emotional Depth and Electronic Innovation

    Aug 12, 2025
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    Yves Unveils ‘Soft Error’: A Hauntingly Beautiful Journey of Emotional Depth and Electronic Innovation

    Photo Credits: Paix Per Mil. GOLDEN MOON. A fresh, intricate chapter unfolds in the rising K-pop landscape with Yves’s third…

    K-pop, Mystery, Seoul
  • Byeolkkol : Prototype

    Aug 12, 2025
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    Byeolkkol’s first EP is a good foundation but it’s missing some polish to really promote what the band’s sound is…

  • Bae Suzy Defines Contemporary Elegance in Harper’s BAZAAR x CELINE August 2025 Covers for Southeast Asia

    Aug 11, 2025
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    Bae Suzy Defines Contemporary Elegance in Harper’s BAZAAR x CELINE August 2025 Covers for Southeast Asia

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR. CELINE. Management SOOP Bae Suzy graces the August 2025 covers of Harper’s BAZAAR for Thailand, Singapore,…

    K-pop, Mystery, Seoul
  • Lee Minhyuk Returns with Long-Awaited Solo Concert ‘HOOK – WHO : KING’ in Seoul

    Aug 11, 2025
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    Lee Minhyuk Returns with Long-Awaited Solo Concert ‘HOOK – WHO : KING’ in Seoul

    Photo Credits: BTOB COMPANY BTOB’s Lee Minhyuk, also known by his solo stage name HUTA, is gearing up to reconnect…

    K-pop, Mystery, Seoul
  • Junhee of A.C.E Sets the Stage for Solo Stardom With ‘Supernova’ Digital Single Teasers

    Aug 11, 2025
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    Junhee of A.C.E Sets the Stage for Solo Stardom With ‘Supernova’ Digital Single Teasers

    Photo Credits: H&P Entertainment PAN Entertainment Park Junhee, the leader of A.C.E, is stepping confidently into his long-awaited solo era…

    history, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, Mystery, Social Media, study
  • Unlocking IVE SECRET: Inside the Anticipated Comeback EP and the Mystery Behind K-pop’s Star Group

    Aug 11, 2025
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    Unlocking IVE SECRET: Inside the Anticipated Comeback EP and the Mystery Behind K-pop’s Star Group

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment IVE’s much-anticipated fourth EP, “IVE SECRET,” will drop globally on August 25, 2025, and the excitement…

    Curiosity, K-pop, KT, Mystery
  • Spotify Unveils ‘My Spotify’ Campaign Featuring Peggy Gou, Zion.T, and Danny Ko [PRESS RELEASE]

    Aug 11, 2025
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    Spotify Unveils ‘My Spotify’ Campaign Featuring Peggy Gou, Zion.T, and Danny Ko [PRESS RELEASE]

    Campaign celebrates personalized listening experiences through artist-led storytelling andiconic Spotify features SEOUL – August 11, 2025: Spotify, the world’s most…

    Advertisement, KT, Seoul, Tokyo
  • CORTIS Unleashes Youthful Energy with ‘GO!’ Music Video: Meet BIGHIT MUSIC’s Bold Next Boy Group

    Aug 11, 2025
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    CORTIS Unleashes Youthful Energy with ‘GO!’ Music Video: Meet BIGHIT MUSIC’s Bold Next Boy Group

    Photo Credits: BIGHIT MUSIC CORTIS, the newest boy group from BIGHIT MUSIC, has set the K-pop world abuzz with the…

    K-pop, KT, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Nayeon Embodies Next-Gen Style in GROVE’s Breakthrough Brand Ambassador Partnership

    Aug 11, 2025
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    Nayeon Embodies Next-Gen Style in GROVE’s Breakthrough Brand Ambassador Partnership

    Photo Credits: GROVE Fashion. JYP Entertainment TWICE’s Nayeon has been appointed as the new Ambassador of the emerging fashion brand…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Whee In Launches Her First Solo Asia Fan-Con Tour ‘OWHEECE’ with a Chic Office-Inspired Concept and Exclusive Dates

    Aug 10, 2025
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    Whee In Launches Her First Solo Asia Fan-Con Tour ‘OWHEECE’ with a Chic Office-Inspired Concept and Exclusive Dates

    Photo Credits: Around US Entertainment 2025 marks a major milestone for Whee In, the celebrated MAMAMOO vocalist, as she embarks…

    K-pop, Seoul, Tokyo
  • ITZY Announces Exciting 4th Fan Meeting with First Tokyo Dates and Retro-Themed Teaser Posters

    Aug 10, 2025
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    ITZY Announces Exciting 4th Fan Meeting with First Tokyo Dates and Retro-Themed Teaser Posters

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment. Warner Music Japan ITZY is set to deepen their connection with fans through their highly anticipated…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Subway, Tokyo
  • TWICE’s Empowering ‘THIS IS FOR’ MV and Album: A New Era Begins [Music Video]

    Aug 10, 2025
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    Photo Credit: JYP Entertainment A Fresh Chapter TWICE, the phenomenally popular K-pop group, dropped the music video for their latest…

    K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Inside Miyeon’s Latest Instagram Moments: Unveiling the Star Power of i-dle’s Vocal Luminary

    Aug 9, 2025
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    Inside Miyeon’s Latest Instagram Moments: Unveiling the Star Power of i-dle’s Vocal Luminary

    Photo Credits: CUBE Entertainment A recent Instagram update from Miyeon, the talented K-pop idol from the girl group i-dle, has…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • Bubble Gum Dreams: Kep1er’s Fresh Era and Unstoppable Journey in K-Pop’s Spotlight

    Aug 9, 2025
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    Bubble Gum Dreams: Kep1er’s Fresh Era and Unstoppable Journey in K-Pop’s Spotlight

    Photo Credits: KLAP Entertainment Kep1er is carving out an exciting new chapter as they prepare to launch their seventh mini…

    history, Japan, K-pop
  • Jay Park World Tour Arrives in Auckland: Experience the Electrifying Serenades & Body Rolls Concert at Spark Arena, Last Tickets Now Available

    Aug 9, 2025
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    Photo Credit: More Vision Entertainment Jay Park, the Korean-American R&B sensation, is set to ignite Spark Arena on Sunday, 24…

    K-pop, Seoul, Social Media, Stress
  • GIRLSET Sets the Pace: Meet Lexi, Camila, Savanna, and Kendall as They Debut “Commas”

    Aug 9, 2025
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    GIRLSET Sets the Pace: Meet Lexi, Camila, Savanna, and Kendall as They Debut “Commas”

    Photo Credit: JYP Entertainment GIRLSET, a newly rebranded American girl group under JYP Entertainment, stands at a turning point in…

    history, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • K-Pop Rock Meets High Fashion: TOUCHED the Kpop Band Stars in Vogue Korea’s August 2025 Pictorial

    Aug 9, 2025
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    K-Pop Rock Meets High Fashion: TOUCHED the Kpop Band Stars in Vogue Korea’s August 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea. MPMG Music For the August 2025 issue, Vogue Korea spotlights TOUCHED, the rising K-pop rock band…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • Mark Tuan’s Artistic Evolution: GOT7 Star Redefines Global Fashion for Numéro Netherlands August 2025

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Mark Tuan’s Artistic Evolution: GOT7 Star Redefines Global Fashion for Numéro Netherlands August 2025

    Photo Credit: Numero Netherlands. Transparent Arts Mark Tuan’s presence in the August 2025 pictorial for Numéro Netherlands has generated palpable…

    Discussion, K-pop, KT, Perspectives, Photography, Seoul, Social Media
  • Mark Tuan’s Artistic Evolution: GOT7 Star Redefines Global Fashion for Numéro Netherlands August 2025

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Mark Tuan’s Artistic Evolution: GOT7 Star Redefines Global Fashion for Numéro Netherlands August 2025

    Photo Credit: Numero Netherlands. Transparent Arts Mark Tuan’s presence in the August 2025 pictorial for Numéro Netherlands has generated palpable…

    Discussion, K-pop, KT, Perspectives, Photography, Seoul, Social Media
  • Jennie of BLACKPINK Leads Global Viewers Through Seoul’s Vibrant Culture in “Absolutely in SEOUL” DALTOKKI Episode

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Jennie of BLACKPINK Leads Global Viewers Through Seoul’s Vibrant Culture in “Absolutely in SEOUL” DALTOKKI Episode

    Photo & Video Credits: Visit Seoul. ODD ATELIER BLACKPINK’s Jennie has stepped into a new spotlight—this time, as the honorary…

    Celebrity, K-pop, Seoul, Shopping, Tourism, travel
  • VIVIZ’s ‘NEW LEGACY’ World Tour and the Global Impact of “A Montage of ( )”

    Aug 8, 2025
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    VIVIZ’s ‘NEW LEGACY’ World Tour and the Global Impact of “A Montage of ( )”

    Photo Credits: BPM Entertainment The 2025 World Tour ‘NEW LEGACY’ marks a pivotal chapter in VIVIZ’s ever-evolving journey, as the…

    K-pop, LG, Lotte, Seoul, Tokyo
  • TEEN TOP Drops “Just 15, Just Teen Top” Concept Photos—Inside K-Pop’s Enduring Fandom for the Group

    Aug 8, 2025
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    TEEN TOP Drops “Just 15, Just Teen Top” Concept Photos—Inside K-Pop’s Enduring Fandom for the Group

    Photo Credits: TOP MEDIA. K-pop veteran group TEEN TOP has stirred conversation and excitement among global fans with their latest…

    K-pop, LG, Social Media, Teenager
  • sally everywhere : An Adventure to Chase the Light I Once Had

    Aug 8, 2025
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    sally everywhere presents a solid EP with four excellent songs, but with an overzealous lead guitar that drowns out some…

  • ONEUS Delivers Unforgettable Show at New York’s Historic Town Hall and Calling All Chicago To Moons: Don’t Miss ONEUS Live This Sunday!

    Aug 7, 2025
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    ONEUS Delivers Unforgettable Show at New York’s Historic Town Hall and Calling All Chicago To Moons: Don’t Miss ONEUS Live This Sunday!

    Photo Credits: RBW Entertainment PROMOTER Credits: SEAN HEALY PRESENTS If you’re in Chicago, get ready—ONEUS is bringing their acclaimed tour…

    BTS, Curiosity, K-pop
  • HANRORO Joins Vogue Korea and Spotify 2025: Inside the Must-See K-pop Pictorial That’s Creating Buzz

    Aug 7, 2025
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    HANRORO Joins Vogue Korea and Spotify 2025: Inside the Must-See K-pop Pictorial That’s Creating Buzz

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea Spotify. Authentic HANRORO, the expressive singer-songwriter making waves on Korea’s indie scene, is about to reach…

    BTS, history, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Wendy Unveils Her Artistic Side in DELING Magazine’s August 2025 Pictorial Preview: Inside Red Velvet’s Enduring K-Pop Influence

    Aug 7, 2025
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    Wendy Unveils Her Artistic Side in DELING Magazine’s August 2025 Pictorial Preview: Inside Red Velvet’s Enduring K-Pop Influence

    Photo Credits: DELING Magazine. ASND. SM Entertainment Wendy, the powerhouse vocalist of Red Velvet, brings her charisma and artistry to…

    BTS, driver, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Social Media
  • tripleS Seoyeon’s Mesmerizing PowerCircles Magazine Debut Ignites K-Pop Conversations

    Aug 7, 2025
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    tripleS Seoyeon’s Mesmerizing PowerCircles Magazine Debut Ignites K-Pop Conversations

    Photo Credits: PowerCircles Magazine. MODHAUS As the August 2025 issue of PowerCircles Magazine lands in the hands of readers worldwide,…

    Affinity, BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • BTS RM Takes the Spotlight in Harper’s Bazaar Korea September 2025 with Bold Bottega Veneta Fashion

    Aug 7, 2025
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    BTS RM Takes the Spotlight in Harper’s Bazaar Korea September 2025 with Bold Bottega Veneta Fashion

    Photo Credits: Harper’s Bazaar Korea. Bottega Venta. BigHit Entertainent The September 2025 issue of Harper’s Bazaar Korea features BTS leader…

    BTS, Celebrity, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Photography
  • SIRO : Ambivalance

    Aug 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    SIRO’s first EP is a good set of songs but the overall direction tries too many cross-genre ideas that make…

  • JUNNY 2025 Europe Tour: Dates, Artist Journey, and Exclusive Concert Experience Revealed

    Aug 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    JUNNY 2025 Europe Tour: Dates, Artist Journey, and Exclusive Concert Experience Revealed

    Photo Credits: Mauve Company A palpable anticipation is sweeping through the European K-R&B community as JUNNY, the prolific Korean-Canadian singer,…

    BTS, K-pop, Seoul
  • Step-by-Step Guide: HYBE x Geffen ‘WORLD SCOUT: THE FINAL PIECE’ Audition Process

    Aug 6, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Hero Photo Credit: HYBE. Geffen The “HYBE x GEFFEN & ABEMA – Japan Audition Program: WORLD SCOUT: THE FINAL PIECE”…

    Japan
  • BTS V and Celine Redefine Fashion: Inside W Korea’s Must-See September 2025 Issue, a K-Pop Global Event

    Aug 6, 2025
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    BTS V and Celine Redefine Fashion: Inside W Korea’s Must-See September 2025 Issue, a K-Pop Global Event

    Photo. Credits: CELINE. W Korea Magazine. BigHit Music As anticipation builds each September for W Korea’s special issue, 2025 has…

    BTS, Celebrity, Discussion, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Korean Art, Social Media, Suga
  • Experience Chanyeol’s Upside Down Sound Stage: EXO Star Celebrates Solo Debut With Highly Anticipated Anniversary Concert

    Aug 6, 2025
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    Experience Chanyeol’s Upside Down Sound Stage: EXO Star Celebrates Solo Debut With Highly Anticipated Anniversary Concert

    Hero Photo: Naver Dispatch Magazine The anticipation swirling around Chanyeol’s first solo anniversary concert, “Upside Down : Sound Stage,” is…

    K-pop, Naver, Seoul, Social Media, Stress
  • Short Stuff 68 : TriceraTops, Socialclub Hyangwu, OOHYO, TAPEDECK, ilight

    Aug 6, 2025
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    TriceraTops : Red Waves It’s not surprising that I didn’t know about TriceraTops until now. What’s more surprising is that…

  • K-pop Icons and Rising Stars Bring Unmissable Energy to Waterbomb Singapore 2025 – 2025 Dance Workshop and Meet & Greet

    Aug 6, 2025
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    K-pop Icons and Rising Stars Bring Unmissable Energy to Waterbomb Singapore 2025 – 2025 Dance Workshop and Meet & Greet

    K-pop’s summer festival circuit is about to heat up as Waterbomb Singapore returns on August 30th and 31st, 2025, bringing…

    K-pop, LG
  • BENCH X UNIS Collaboration Unveils Pastel-Inspired Streetwear with Playful and Comfortable Designs

    Aug 5, 2025
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    Photo Credits: BENCH. F&F Entertainment The collaboration between UNIS and BENCH, titled “Pastel Dreams & Playful Fits,” brings a fresh…

    Demographics, K-pop, LG, Perspectives
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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