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  • ILLIT Minju’s Weverse Magazine Pictorial: Inside the K-pop Phenomenon, Group Dynamics, and the Global Fandom Platform

    Jun 27, 2025
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    ILLIT Minju’s Weverse Magazine Pictorial: Inside the K-pop Phenomenon, Group Dynamics, and the Global Fandom Platform

    Photo Credits: Wewere Magzine. Belift Lab In the June 2025 issue of Weverse Magazine, ILLIT’s Minju graces the pictorial pages,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG
  • Short Stuff 63 : Kangziwon, Quri, Stickermon Adventure, yewee, yoonjae

    Jun 27, 2025
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    A good set of songs from artists we featured before and couple of new ones that have distinct and unique…

  • TREASURE’s Junkyu and Asahi Lead a New Era: K-pop Icons Grace NYLON JAPAN’s Global Issue

    Jun 25, 2025
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    TREASURE’s Junkyu and Asahi Lead a New Era: K-pop Icons Grace NYLON JAPAN’s Global Issue

    Photo Credits: NYLON JAPAN YG Entertainment When NYLON JAPAN announced Junkyu and Asahi of TREASURE as the cover stars for…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • NEWBEAT’s Allure Korea pictorial and their growing popularity highlight their rising status in the K-pop scene

    Jun 25, 2025
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    NEWBEAT’s Allure Korea pictorial and their growing popularity highlight their rising status in the K-pop scene

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea Beat Interactive NEWBEAT is featured in the July 2025 issue of Allure Korea, drawing attention for…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • CHICHIKAFO : CHiCHiKAFO

    Jun 25, 2025
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    CHICHIKAFO debuts with a good electronic EP that uses drum and bass and other styles well but is missing a…

  • Red Velvet’s Joy Unveils Elegant New Look in Marie Claire Korea July 2025 Pictorial

    Jun 24, 2025
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    Red Velvet’s Joy Unveils Elegant New Look in Marie Claire Korea July 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea SM Entertainment Red Velvet’s Joy is set to mesmerize readers in the July 2025 issue…

    Japan, K-pop
  • rawfi : ifwar

    Jun 24, 2025
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    rawfi has an electronic style that feels like a night drive through a cyberpunk city that’s telling you to take…

  • KISS OF LIFE Surpasses 10 Million YouTube Views with ‘Lips Hips Kiss’ as Instagram Update Sparks Fan Excitement

    Jun 23, 2025
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    KISS OF LIFE Surpasses 10 Million YouTube Views with ‘Lips Hips Kiss’ as Instagram Update Sparks Fan Excitement

    Photo Credits: S2 Entertainment K-pop girl group KISS OF LIFE is celebrating a major milestone as their latest track, “Lips…

    Controversy, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • aespa Unleashes Fierce “Dirty Work” Teasers with Bold Concept and Gritty Visuals

    Jun 22, 2025
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    aespa Unleashes Fierce “Dirty Work” Teasers with Bold Concept and Gritty Visuals

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment As anticipation builds for aespa’s upcoming single “Dirty Work,” the group has electrified fans with a…

    Japan, K-pop
  • IVE Unveils Stunning Concept Photos and Details for Japan 3rd EP ‘Be Alright’

    Jun 22, 2025
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    IVE Unveils Stunning Concept Photos and Details for Japan 3rd EP ‘Be Alright’

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment Japan: Amuse IVE, the powerhouse K-pop girl group, is making waves once again with the reveal…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • USPEER Debuts in Arena Homme+ Korea July 2025: Meet K-pop’s Freshest Girl Group and Their Rising Stars

    Jun 22, 2025
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    USPEER Debuts in Arena Homme+ Korea July 2025: Meet K-pop’s Freshest Girl Group and Their Rising Stars

    Photo Credits: WM Entertainment Arena Homme+ Korea USPEER, the highly anticipated new girl group under WM Entertainment, is taking the…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • NCT WISH Unveils Bold New Look in ELLE MEN Hong Kong x Polo Ralph Lauren Collaboration and Teases 2025 World Tour

    Jun 22, 2025
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    NCT WISH Unveils Bold New Look in ELLE MEN Hong Kong x Polo Ralph Lauren Collaboration and Teases 2025 World Tour

    Photo Credits: ELLE MEN HONG KONG. Polo Ralph Lauren. SM Entertainment NCT WISH is making waves in the fashion and…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • ATEEZ Unveils Exclusive Billboard Korea Artist Edition Cover Ahead of 2025 World Tour

    Jun 21, 2025
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    ATEEZ Unveils Exclusive Billboard Korea Artist Edition Cover Ahead of 2025 World Tour

    Photo Credits: Billboard Korea. KQ Entertainment Hero Photo: i-d K-pop sensation ATEEZ is making waves once again with their feature…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • Albums We Didn’t Review 12 : My Aunt Mary, Jung In, Mild Beats, Here, Bae ducksoon, Park Yeon, Jenna Eun, Chae Se Fa, Rumkicks

    Jun 20, 2025
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    The return of My Aunt Mary and Jung In, mixed with extended releases from newcomers and slightly more experienced artists…

  • IDID Redefines K-pop Style in Esquire Korea’s July 2025 Digital Pictorial

    Jun 19, 2025
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    IDID Redefines K-pop Style in Esquire Korea’s July 2025 Digital Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment IDID, the seven-member K-pop boy group under Starship Entertainment, is making headlines with their stylish appearance…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • STAYC’s Sumin and Isa Dazzle in “Kitto” June 2025 Pictorial as Group’s Global Momentum Grows

    Jun 19, 2025
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    STAYC’s Sumin and Isa Dazzle in “Kitto” June 2025 Pictorial as Group’s Global Momentum Grows

    Photo Credits:  High Up Entertainment. Mercury Music Entertainment Kitto Magazine STAYC’s Sumin and Isa have once again captured fans’ attention…

    Advice, Busan, Japan, K-pop, Pohang, Tokyo
  • Short Stuff 62 : gikuhasi, Lazybone, Galaxy Express, citygodok, haan.

    Jun 19, 2025
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    A solid set of songs that take you through multiple emotions on Short Stuff 66 Written by Chris P for…

  • LE SSERAFIM Unveils MY MELODY & KUROMI Concept Photos for Japan 4th Single “DIFFERENT” Amid Rising Fan Excitement

    Jun 18, 2025
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    LE SSERAFIM Unveils MY MELODY & KUROMI Concept Photos for Japan 4th Single “DIFFERENT” Amid Rising Fan Excitement

    Photo Credits: SOURCE MUSIC LE SSERAFIM has unveiled a fresh wave of excitement among fans with the release of concept…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • Leaveourtears : acid sugar

    Jun 18, 2025
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    Leaveourtears’ second album is a great entry point for shoegaze beginners and an impressive wall of sound for your ears…

    Suga
  • J-Hope Unveils Stunning ‘Charm of HOPE’ & ‘Killin’ It Girl’ Concept Photos Ahead of New Projects

    Jun 17, 2025
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    J-Hope Unveils Stunning ‘Charm of HOPE’ & ‘Killin’ It Girl’ Concept Photos Ahead of New Projects

    Photo Credits: BIGHIT MUSIC BTS’s vibrant rapper and dancer, J-Hope, has once again captured the hearts of fans worldwide with…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • aespa Unveils Bold “Dirty Work” Teasers and Updates: New Era, Upcoming Release Date, and Latest Group News

    Jun 17, 2025
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    aespa Unveils Bold “Dirty Work” Teasers and Updates: New Era, Upcoming Release Date, and Latest Group News

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment aespa’s latest teaser photos for their upcoming single “Dirty Work” have set the K-pop scene abuzz,…

    Japan, K-pop
  • Kiss of Life Unveils Bold New Look in Esquire Korea June 2025 Pictorial

    Jun 17, 2025
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    Kiss of Life Unveils Bold New Look in Esquire Korea June 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Esquire Korea. S2 Entertainment Kiss of Life, the rising K-pop girl group, has taken center stage in Esquire…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • KATSEYE Unveils “Gabriela” Concept for BEAUTIFUL CHAOS EP: Fans React to Stunning Visuals and New Artistic Direction

    Jun 17, 2025
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    KATSEYE Unveils “Gabriela” Concept for BEAUTIFUL CHAOS EP: Fans React to Stunning Visuals and New Artistic Direction

    Photo Credit: HYBE. Geffen Records KATSEYE’s much-anticipated second EP, “BEAUTIFUL CHAOS,” is creating a wave of excitement across the K-pop…

    Curiosity, Discussion, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • ENHYPEN Unveils Striking ‘宵 -YOI-‘ Concept Photo and Expands Presence in Japan with Exciting Events

    Jun 17, 2025
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    ENHYPEN Unveils Striking ‘宵 -YOI-‘ Concept Photo and Expands Presence in Japan with Exciting Events

    Photo Credits: BE:LIFT Entertainment ENHYPEN has once again thrilled fans with the release of their Japan 4th single ‘宵 -YOI-‘…

    Japan, K-pop
  • Aespa’s Giselle Unveils Effortless Elegance in 女友BELLA+ June 2025 Pictorial Preview

    Jun 17, 2025
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    Aespa’s Giselle Unveils Effortless Elegance in 女友BELLA+ June 2025 Pictorial Preview

    Photo Credits: 女友BELLA China. SM Entertainment Aespa’s Giselle is making headlines once again, this time as the featured star of…

    Discussion, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • MONSTA X Unveils Striking Allure Korea July 2025 Covers and Teases Exciting Summer Plan

    Jun 16, 2025
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    MONSTA X Unveils Striking Allure Korea July 2025 Covers and Teases Exciting Summer Plan

    Photo Credits: ALLURE Korea. Starship Entertainment MONSTA X has once again proven their status as global trendsetters with the preview…

    K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • JISOO Teams Up with Cartier for ELLE Korea’s July 2025 Cover: Exclusive Look at BLACKPINK Star’s Latest Pictorial

    Jun 16, 2025
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    JISOO Teams Up with Cartier for ELLE Korea’s July 2025 Cover: Exclusive Look at BLACKPINK Star’s Latest Pictorial

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea. YG Entertainment JISOO, the beloved vocalist of BLACKPINK, is making headlines once again as the cover…

    K-drama, K-pop, Social Media
  • ZEROBASEONE’s Gyuvin Stuns in CHIC Magazine July 2025 Pictorial: A Rising Star’s Journey and Group Achievements

    Jun 15, 2025
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    ZEROBASEONE’s Gyuvin Stuns in CHIC Magazine July 2025 Pictorial: A Rising Star’s Journey and Group Achievements

    Photo Credits: CHIC Magazine. WAKEONE Entertainnent In the July 2025 issue of CHIC Magazine, ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Gyuvin delivers a memorable…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • You Dayeon Unveils Dreamy Concept Photos for Debut Mini Album “First Light” and Announces 2025 Concert Dates

    Jun 15, 2025
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    You Dayeon Unveils Dreamy Concept Photos for Debut Mini Album “First Light” and Announces 2025 Concert Dates

    Photo Credits: Dot Music You Dayeon, a rising force in the K-pop scene, has just released the concept photos for…

    Busan, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • Experience a New Level of Chocolate Delight: Cadbury and ENHYPEN Unveil Their Latest Collaboration

    Jun 15, 2025
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    Experience a New Level of Chocolate Delight: Cadbury and ENHYPEN Unveil Their Latest Collaboration

    Photo/Video Credits: Cadbury Malaysia. BE:Lift Lab Cadbury Malaysia has unveiled a delicious twist on tradition with the launch of its…

    family, K-pop, LG
  • K-Pop Star From20 Announces 2025 Asia and Europe Tour Dates with HELLO GLOOM

    Jun 14, 2025
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    K-Pop Star From20 Announces 2025 Asia and Europe Tour Dates with HELLO GLOOM

    Photo Credits: Way Better Kim Rae Hwan, better known by his stage name From20, is making waves in the K-pop…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Military
  • STAYC Unveils Summer Fashion and Exclusive Insights in MAPS Japan 2025 Vol.5 Pictorial Preview

    Jun 13, 2025
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    STAYC Unveils Summer Fashion and Exclusive Insights in MAPS Japan 2025 Vol.5 Pictorial Preview

    Photo Credits: MAPS Japan. High Up Entertainment STAYC, the rising K-pop girl group under High Up Entertainment, is stepping into…

    BTS, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Kakao, Photography, Seoul
  • ARTMS Takes Flight with “Icarus”: Exploring the Cinematic and Club Versions and the Group’s Rising Stardom

    Jun 13, 2025
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    Photo Credits: MODHAUS ARTMS, one of K-pop’s most promising new girl groups, is making waves with their latest release, “Icarus.”…

    BTS, Fame, K-pop
  • BTS J-Hope and GloRilla Drop “Killin’ It Girl”: Fans React to Electrifying Collaboration and Global Tour Buzz

    Jun 13, 2025
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    Photo Credits: HYBE BTS’s J-Hope has once again taken the music world by storm with the release of his latest…

    BTS, Fame, K-pop, Military, Social Media
  • Fromis_9 Unveils Stunning ‘From Our 20’s’ Concept Photos Ahead of 6th Mini Album Release

    Jun 12, 2025
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    Fromis_9 Unveils Stunning ‘From Our 20’s’ Concept Photos Ahead of 6th Mini Album Release

    Photo Credits: PLEDIS Entertainment Fromis_9, the beloved K-pop girl group under PLEDIS Entertainment, has set the internet abuzz with the…

    Fame, K-pop, Social Media
  • KATSEYE’s Rise to Global Fame: Secrets Behind Their International Appeal

    Jun 12, 2025
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    KATSEYE’s Rise to Global Fame: Secrets Behind Their International Appeal

    Photo Credits: HYBE and Geffen Records KATSEYE has rapidly risen to prominence in the K-pop world, captivating fans both in…

    Advice, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
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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