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  • STAYC – K!ND Magazine China (August 2025 Issue Cover Preview)

    Jul 12, 2025
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    STAYC – K!ND Magazine China (August 2025 Issue Cover Preview)

    Photo Credits: High Up Entertainment Mercury Tokyo (Japan) K!nd Magazine China STAYC, the six-member K-pop sensation, has been revealed as the…

    Hyundai, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Photography, Social Media, Tokyo
  • ALL(H)OURS’ “Graffiti” Music Video Ignites K-Pop Fandom with Urban Artistry and Global Appeal

    Jul 11, 2025
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    Video Credits: EDEN Entertainment Hero Image: NME A surge of excitement swept through the K-pop community when ALL(H)OURS, the dynamic…

    Hyundai, K-pop
  • HYBE Latin America Launches Santos Bravos, Pioneering Latin Boy Group with K-Pop Training Excellence

    Jul 11, 2025
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    HYBE Latin America Launches Santos Bravos, Pioneering Latin Boy Group with K-Pop Training Excellence

    Photo HYBE HYBE, the South Korean entertainment giant renowned for shaping global K-pop sensations like BTS, SEVENTEEN, and ENHYPEN, has…

    BTS, Cultural Diversity, Global Expansion, Hyundai, K-pop, Social Media
  • QWER Unveils a Fresh Era for High Cut Magazine and Hyundai Duty Free, Igniting K-pop Enthusiasm

    Jul 11, 2025
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    QWER Unveils a Fresh Era for High Cut Magazine and Hyundai Duty Free, Igniting K-pop Enthusiasm

    Photo Credits: High Cut Magazine. Tamago Production QWER, the rising K-pop band, has taken a significant leap in their career…

    Hyundai, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media, Tokyo, travel
  • ATEEZ Unleashes K-Pop Innovation on NYLON France’s Digital Cover: Exploring Their Artistic Universe and Global Impact

    Jul 9, 2025
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    ATEEZ Unleashes K-Pop Innovation on NYLON France’s Digital Cover: Exploring Their Artistic Universe and Global Impact

    Photo Credits: NYLON France. KQ Entertainment NYLON France’s latest digital cover is a bold celebration of K-pop’s ever-evolving landscape, featuring…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Tokyo
  • Wonyoung’s New Medicube AGE-R Endorsement Fuels IVE’s K-pop Momentum and Fan Excitement

    Jul 8, 2025
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    Wonyoung’s New Medicube AGE-R Endorsement Fuels IVE’s K-pop Momentum and Fan Excitement

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment. Medicube In a move that underscores her growing influence in both music and beauty, IVE’s Jang…

    K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Billlie’s Tsuki Becomes the Face of OHT x HAPA KRISTIN: K-pop’s Rising Influence in Fashion and Media

    Jul 7, 2025
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    Billlie’s Tsuki Becomes the Face of OHT x HAPA KRISTIN: K-pop’s Rising Influence in Fashion and Media

    Photo Credits: OHT x HAPA KRISTIN. MYSTIC STORY Billlie’s Tsuki, known for her dynamic stage presence and expressive performances, has…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Tokyo
  • Hi-Fi Un!corn’s ‘Teenage Blue’ Asia Tour 2025: Dates, Members, and What Fans Can Expect in Tokyo and Osaka

    Jul 7, 2025
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    Hi-Fi Un!corn’s ‘Teenage Blue’ Asia Tour 2025: Dates, Members, and What Fans Can Expect in Tokyo and Osaka

    Photo Credits: FNC Entertainment The buzz surrounding Hi-Fi Un!corn is reaching new heights as the five-member band gears up for…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • P1Harmony Sets the Trend in Kitto Magazine’s July 2025 Pictorial: K-Pop Icons and a Platform Beloved by Fans

    Jul 7, 2025
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    P1Harmony Sets the Trend in Kitto Magazine’s July 2025 Pictorial: K-Pop Icons and a Platform Beloved by Fans

    Photo Credits: FNC Entertainment. Kitto Magazine The July 2025 issue of Kitto Magazine features a striking pictorial with P1Harmony, the…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, Social Media
  • Kep1er’s Lavender Groove: DAZED Korea’s July 2025 Pictorial Blends K-Pop Artistry and Fashion Influence

    Jul 7, 2025
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    Kep1er’s Lavender Groove: DAZED Korea’s July 2025 Pictorial Blends K-Pop Artistry and Fashion Influence

    Photo Credits: DAZED Korea. KLAP Entertainment The July 2025 issue of DAZED Korea has become a talking point among K-pop…

    K-pop, Photography, Social Media
  • The Making of Giselle: K-pop’s Multicultural Rap Star on Her Path to Greatness

    Jul 6, 2025
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    The Making of Giselle: K-pop’s Multicultural Rap Star on Her Path to Greatness

    Photo Credits: Photo Credits: 女友BELLA China. SM Entertainment In the ever-evolving universe of K-pop, where dazzling visuals and relentless energy meet…

    Affinity, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Yuqi’s Latest Instagram Update Highlights Her Personal Style and Growing Solo Presence in i-DLE

    Jul 5, 2025
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    Yuqi’s Latest Instagram Update Highlights Her Personal Style and Growing Solo Presence in i-DLE

    Photo Credits: Cube Entertainment Yuqi, a prominent member of the popular K-pop group i-DLE, recently shared a fresh update on…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • Mamamoo’s Solar Graces Vogue Taiwan: A Fusion of K-pop Star Power and Fashion Influence

    Jul 5, 2025
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    Mamamoo’s Solar Graces Vogue Taiwan: A Fusion of K-pop Star Power and Fashion Influence

    Photo Credits: Vogue Taiwan. Rainbow Bridge World Mamamoo’s Solar, known offstage as Kim Yong-sun, has taken center stage in the…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media
  • QWER Teams Up with GQ Korea and Vans for an Iconic July 2025 Pictorial Celebrating K-Pop Culture

    Jul 4, 2025
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    QWER Teams Up with GQ Korea and Vans for an Iconic July 2025 Pictorial Celebrating K-Pop Culture

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea. Vans. Tamago Production In the vibrant world of K-pop, collaborations between music groups and fashion brands…

    Affinity, Celebrity, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • Seventeen’s The8 Sets Fashion Trends in Harper’s BAZAAR MEN China July 2025: K-pop’s Enduring Influence on Style and Media

    Jul 3, 2025
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    Seventeen’s The8 Sets Fashion Trends in Harper’s BAZAAR MEN China July 2025: K-pop’s Enduring Influence on Style and Media

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR MEN China. Pledis Entertainment. XCSS Entertainment Seventeen’s The8, also known as Xu Minghao, is the latest…

    Celebrity, Discussion, history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Kim Doyeon’s Vogue Hong Kong July 2025 Cover: Weki Meki’s Enduring K-pop Influence and the Magazine’s Fashion Legacy

    Jul 2, 2025
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    Kim Doyeon’s Vogue Hong Kong July 2025 Cover: Weki Meki’s Enduring K-pop Influence and the Magazine’s Fashion Legacy

    Photo Credits: Fantagio. Vogue Kong Kong Kim Doyeon, known for her striking visuals and multifaceted talent, graces the July 2025…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Social Media
  • KIIRAS Debuts as LeanBranding’s Global Girl Group Featured in MAPS Korea’s 2025 Fall Issue, Energizing K-pop Fans Worldwide

    Jul 2, 2025
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    KIIRAS Debuts as LeanBranding’s Global Girl Group Featured in MAPS Korea’s 2025 Fall Issue, Energizing K-pop Fans Worldwide

    Photo Credits: MAPS Japan. LeanBranding A fresh wave is sweeping through the K-pop scene with the debut of KIIRAS, a…

    Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Photography, Seoul
  • TWICE Unveils Striking Teaser Photos for ‘THIS IS FOR’ Album, Igniting Global K-Pop Excitement

    Jul 1, 2025
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    TWICE Unveils Striking Teaser Photos for ‘THIS IS FOR’ Album, Igniting Global K-Pop Excitement

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment TWICE, the powerhouse girl group that has become a global symbol of K-pop excellence, is once…

    history, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • TWS Emerges as K-Pop’s Authentic Voice in NME’s 2025 Spotlight, Fueling Global Fandom Growth

    Jul 1, 2025
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    TWS Emerges as K-Pop’s Authentic Voice in NME’s 2025 Spotlight, Fueling Global Fandom Growth

    Photo Credits: NME. Pledis Entertainment The British music magazine NME, a long-standing authority in the global music scene since its…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • Forestella’s 2025 ‘THE WAVE’ Concert in Seoul: A Mesmerizing Fusion of Vocal Artistry and K-pop Appeal

    Jun 29, 2025
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    Forestella’s 2025 ‘THE WAVE’ Concert in Seoul: A Mesmerizing Fusion of Vocal Artistry and K-pop Appeal

    Photo Credits:  Beat Interactive Forestella, the genre-defying vocal quartet, is making waves once again with the announcement of their highly…

    Busan, daegu, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Social Media
  • Miyeon of i-DLE Graces CITER Magazine China July 2025: K-Pop’s Global Influence and the Rise of CITER Among Fans

    Jun 29, 2025
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    Miyeon of i-DLE Graces CITER Magazine China July 2025: K-Pop’s Global Influence and the Rise of CITER Among Fans

    Photo Credits: CITER Magazine China. CUBE Entertainment Miyeon, the acclaimed vocalist of i-DLE, takes center stage as the cover star…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • NMIXX’s Sullyoon Stuns in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x Elizabeth Arden July 2025 Preview: A Deep Dive into Her Journey

    Jun 29, 2025
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    NMIXX’s Sullyoon Stuns in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x Elizabeth Arden July 2025 Preview: A Deep Dive into Her Journey

    Photo Credits: BAZAAR Korea. Elizabeth Arden. JYP Entertainment The July 2025 issue of Harper’s BAZAAR Korea is set to make…

    Affinity, Daejeon, Japan, K-pop
  • CRAVITY’s Bold Visuals and K-Pop Influence Featured in DAZED Korea’s July 2025 Pictorial

    Jun 28, 2025
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    CRAVITY’s Bold Visuals and K-Pop Influence Featured in DAZED Korea’s July 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: DAZED Korea. Starship Entertainment For the July 2025 issue, DAZED Korea spotlights CRAVITY, the nine-member boy group that…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Photography
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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Latest Korean News

  • Figure skater Lee Hae-in finishes 5th in final pre-Olympic competitionJanuary 24, 2026
    Figure skater Lee Hae-in finished fifth in her final pre-Olympic… Read more: Figure skater Lee Hae-in finishes 5th in final pre-Olympic competition
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    Silver prices rose above $100 an ounce for the first… Read more: Silver hits record high above $100/oz as gold closes in on $5,000 milestone
  • S. Korea loses to 10-man Vietnam on penalties to finish 4th at Asian U-23 football tournamentJanuary 24, 2026
    South Korea finished fourth at the top Asian men’s under-23… Read more: S. Korea loses to 10-man Vietnam on penalties to finish 4th at Asian U-23 football tournament
  • How Macron’s Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with TrumpJanuary 24, 2026
    PARIS — At the power gathering of world leaders in… Read more: How Macron’s Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump
  • Trade minister urges USTR to separate Coupang probe from Seoul-Washington trade issuesJanuary 24, 2026
    Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo said Saturday he has stressed to… Read more: Trade minister urges USTR to separate Coupang probe from Seoul-Washington trade issues

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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