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  • ILLIT’s MINJU Radiates Star Power on Marie Claire Korea January 2026 Covers: A Breakthrough Moment in Style and Identity

    Dec 18, 2025
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    ILLIT’s MINJU Radiates Star Power on Marie Claire Korea January 2026 Covers: A Breakthrough Moment in Style and Identity

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Belift Lab ILLIT MINJU — A Defining Moment in the Spotlight When Marie Claire Korea…

    Curiosity, history, K-pop, KT, Seoul
  • WAY BETTER 2026 Global Warming Tour: YYJ Joins North America Indie Rock Extravaganza

    Dec 18, 2025
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    WAY BETTER 2026 Global Warming Tour: YYJ Joins North America Indie Rock Extravaganza

    Photo Credits: WAY BETTER WAY BETTER’s 2026 World Tour ‘Global Warming’ is set to electrify North America, with YYJ (You…

    history
  • Catch The One: SEOJUN’s Explosive Debut with “RIGHT NOW!” – Kpop’s New Rock Revolution

    Dec 18, 2025
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    Catch The One: SEOJUN’s Explosive Debut with “RIGHT NOW!” – Kpop’s New Rock Revolution

    Photo Credits: Evermore Entertainment Catch The One is making waves in the K-pop scene with their debut concept photo and…

    history, K-pop
  • XLOV 2026 Asia-Pacific & North America Tour: Dates, Fan Meets, History, Members, and Full Discography Guide for EVOLs

    Dec 17, 2025
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    XLOV 2026 Asia-Pacific & North America Tour: Dates, Fan Meets, History, Members, and Full Discography Guide for EVOLs

    Photo Credits: 257 Entertainment XLOV, a rising four-member K‑pop boy group under 257 Entertainment, is mounting a major 2026 Asia‑Pacific…

    history, Mystery
  • ONF 2026 North American Tour: THE MAP BEYOND THE HORIZON – Dates, Tickets & Member Posters

    Dec 17, 2025
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    ONF 2026 North American Tour: THE MAP BEYOND THE HORIZON – Dates, Tickets & Member Posters

    Photo Credits: WM Entertainment ONF’s 2026 North American concert tour, titled “THE MAP: BEYOND THE HORIZON,” is set to bring…

    history, K-pop, Mystery
  • IVE’s Wonyoung Radiates the Essence of Modern Elegance in DICON Winter 2025 – A Defining Moment in Visual Storytelling

    Dec 17, 2025
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    IVE’s Wonyoung Radiates the Essence of Modern Elegance in DICON Winter 2025 – A Defining Moment in Visual Storytelling

    Photo Credits: DICON Starship Entertainment The Reign of Visual Storytelling: Wonyoung in DICON Winter 2025 IVE’s Jang Wonyoung—fashion’s perennial muse…

    K-pop, Mystery
  • Fei Returns in ‘RUNAWAY’: A Bold Visual Reinvention That Blends Cinematic Mystery, Fashion Edge, and Artistic Freedom

    Dec 17, 2025
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    Fei Returns in ‘RUNAWAY’: A Bold Visual Reinvention That Blends Cinematic Mystery, Fashion Edge, and Artistic Freedom

    Photo Credits: Wang Feifei Studio The Return of an Icon After years of quiet evolution, Fei, former member of miss A, reclaims…

    K-pop, LG, Mystery
  • Nam Woohyun Reimagined: INFINITE’s Voice of Emotion Captures The Spotlight in THEATRE plus December 2025 Pictorial

    Dec 17, 2025
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    Nam Woohyun Reimagined: INFINITE’s Voice of Emotion Captures The Spotlight in THEATRE plus December 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: THEATRE plus Woollim Entertainment Nam Woohyun in His Element — The Spotlight Returns The December 2025 cover of THEATRE…

    K-pop, purpose
  • SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu Reigns in Dior Elegance for Esquire Hong Kong January 2026 — A Powerful Vision of Modern Masculinity

    Dec 17, 2025
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    SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu Reigns in Dior Elegance for Esquire Hong Kong January 2026 — A Powerful Vision of Modern Masculinity

    Photo Credits: Pledis Entertainment Esquire Hong Kong Dior When SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu graces a magazine cover, it’s more than just fashion — it’s…

    K-pop, Kia, Korean Art, Seoul
  • Hyeri Shines for Allure Korea x Ferragamo: Girl’s Day Icon Defines Modern Elegance in the January 2026 Cover Story

    Dec 16, 2025
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    Hyeri Shines for Allure Korea x Ferragamo: Girl’s Day Icon Defines Modern Elegance in the January 2026 Cover Story

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea Ferragamo SUBLIME Hyeri’s New Era: Confidence Meets Couture In Allure Korea’s January 2026 issue, Girl’s Day Hyeri steps into…

    K-pop, purpose, Seoul
  • Jang Haneum & Kang Woojin: Youth in Motion – Y Magazine Winter 2025 Editorial

    Dec 16, 2025
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    Jang Haneum & Kang Woojin: Youth in Motion – Y Magazine Winter 2025 Editorial

    Photo Credits: Y Magzine ES Nation WAKEONE Jang Haneum and Kang Woojin’s feature in Y Magazine’s Winter 2025 issue (Issue…

    Fame
  • BOYNEXTDOOR’s Sungho & Taesan Usher In a New Year of Youthful Chic on Cosmopolitan Korea’s January 2026 Cover

    Dec 15, 2025
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    BOYNEXTDOOR’s Sungho & Taesan Usher In a New Year of Youthful Chic on Cosmopolitan Korea’s January 2026 Cover

    Photo Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea KOZ Entertainment This Cosmopolitan Korea cover story catches BOYNEXTDOOR’s Sungho and Taesan at a turning point,…

    travel
  • CORTIS Takes Over GQ Korea: Inside the January 2026 Fashion Cover Story – Style, Backstage Insights, and Member Breakdown

    Dec 15, 2025
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    CORTIS Takes Over GQ Korea: Inside the January 2026 Fashion Cover Story – Style, Backstage Insights, and Member Breakdown

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea BigHit Music CORTIS, the dynamic five-member South Korean boy group, graces the cover of GQ Korea’s…

  • Jungkook’s Parisian Elegance: Inside His ELLE Korea January 2026 Cover Story and CHANEL Ambassador Moment

    Dec 15, 2025
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    Jungkook’s Parisian Elegance: Inside His ELLE Korea January 2026 Cover Story and CHANEL Ambassador Moment

    Photo. Credits: ELLE Korea Chanel BigHit Music Jungkook of BTS has officially made history as the cover star of ELLE…

    BTS, history, K-pop
  • WAKER’s In Elixir: Spellbound – High-Fashion Transformation in Solo Concept Photos

    Dec 14, 2025
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    WAKER’s In Elixir: Spellbound – High-Fashion Transformation in Solo Concept Photos

    Photo Credits: Howling Entertainment WAKER’s latest mini album, “In Elixir: Spellbound,” unfurls a visual narrative steeped in mystique and transformation,…

    LG
  • EXO’s “I’m Home” MV: A Heartfelt Winter Comeback That Topped YouTube and Touched Fans Worldwide [Music Video]

    Dec 14, 2025
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    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment EXO’s “I’m Home” MV has made a powerful comeback, resonating deeply with fans and topping YouTube’s…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Social Media
  • Lea’s Technicolor Feast: I.MET.U’s Global Muse Serves Up Fashion Hankook’s ‘Treats of Color’ Beauty Editorial

    Dec 14, 2025
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    Lea’s Technicolor Feast: I.MET.U’s Global Muse Serves Up Fashion Hankook’s ‘Treats of Color’ Beauty Editorial

    Photo Credit: Fashion Hankook. PI Corporation I.MET.U’s Lea dazzles in Fashion Hankook’s December 2025 issue with the “Treats of Color”…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • IVE’s Liz Radiates Timeless Elegance with Cartier for L’OFFICIEL Singapore’s Dec/Jan 2026 Covers and Pictorial Reveal

    Dec 13, 2025
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    IVE’s Liz Radiates Timeless Elegance with Cartier for L’OFFICIEL Singapore’s Dec/Jan 2026 Covers and Pictorial Reveal

    Photo Credits: L’OFFICIEL Singapore. Cartier Starship Entertainment A New Muse of Modern Grace IVE’s Liz, celebrated for her ethereal visuals…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, LG, Photography, Seoul
  • EXO Returns with 8th Album ‘REVERXE’: Superpowers, Nostalgia, and a New Universe

    Dec 13, 2025
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    EXO Returns with 8th Album ‘REVERXE’: Superpowers, Nostalgia, and a New Universe

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment EXO is making a powerful comeback with their 8th full-length album, “REVERXE,” set for release in…

    Japan, LG
  • ILLIT Shine Beyond the Moment — HIGHSNOBIETY Japan x Valentino Reveal a Fearless, Fashion‑Forward Vision for the Holidays

    Dec 12, 2025
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    ILLIT Shine Beyond the Moment — HIGHSNOBIETY Japan x Valentino Reveal a Fearless, Fashion‑Forward Vision for the Holidays

    Photo Credits: HIGHSNOBIETY. BELIFT LAB ILLIT x Valentino: A Vision Defined by Youth and Bold Elegance Rising K‑pop sensation ILLIT take their…

    Gen Z, Japan, Seoul, Tokyo
  • ZEROBASEONE’s Radiant Charisma Captures anan Magazine Issue 2476 — A Visual Celebration Fans Won’t Want to Miss

    Dec 12, 2025
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    ZEROBASEONE’s Radiant Charisma Captures anan Magazine Issue 2476 — A Visual Celebration Fans Won’t Want to Miss

    Photo Credits: anan Magazine WAKEONE Entertainment ZEROBASEONE (ZB1), the dynamic nine-member group redefining the next era of K-pop, steps into…

    Japan, K-pop, KT
  • Billboard Honors ROSÉ on “The No. 1s Issue” Reflecting BLACKPINK Star’s Rise as a Global Music Icon

    Dec 11, 2025
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    Billboard Honors ROSÉ on “The No. 1s Issue” Reflecting BLACKPINK Star’s Rise as a Global Music Icon

    Photo Credits: Billboard The Black Label WME Billboard closes 2025 spotlighting one of the most influential voices in global pop…

    K-pop
  • MEOVV’s Anna Dazzles in a Triple Vision of Elegance for Marie Claire Korea x Buccellati January 2026 Cover Preview

    Dec 11, 2025
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    MEOVV’s Anna Dazzles in a Triple Vision of Elegance for Marie Claire Korea x Buccellati January 2026 Cover Preview

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Buccellati The Black Label As Marie Claire Korea enters 2026, the magazine ushers in a new chapter of refined…

    Seoul, study
  • Shin Soohyun of UKISS Unveils ‘Gray.’: A Deep Dive into His Sophisticated Solo Comeback and Conceptual Artistry

    Dec 10, 2025
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    Shin Soohyun of UKISS Unveils ‘Gray.’: A Deep Dive into His Sophisticated Solo Comeback and Conceptual Artistry

    Photo Credits: Tango Music (South Korea) UKISS’s Shin Soohyun is set to make a stylish comeback with his new mini album,…

    K-pop, study
  • Winter’s Quiet Flame: Nana and Calvin Klein Rewrite Minimal Sensuality for Harper’s BAZAAR Korea’s Digital Future

    Dec 10, 2025
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    Winter’s Quiet Flame: Nana and Calvin Klein Rewrite Minimal Sensuality for Harper’s BAZAAR Korea’s Digital Future

    Photo Credits: Pledis Entertainment Korea Harper’s BAZAAR Korea Calvin Klein For Harper’s BAZAAR Korea’s December 2025 digital cover, Nana steps…

    Photography, study, travel
  • SAY MY NAME Returns with &Our Vibe: Arcade Vibes, Fresh Teasers, and Eight-Member Energy

    Dec 9, 2025
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    SAY MY NAME Returns with &Our Vibe: Arcade Vibes, Fresh Teasers, and Eight-Member Energy

    Photo Credits: iNKODE Entertainment SAY MY NAME is back with their third EP, &Our Vibe, and the group is once…

    K-pop, LG, study
  • P1Harmony’s Intak Shines in MEN’S FOLIO Malaysia’s December 2025/January 2026 Cover: A Study in Modern Masculinity and Style

    Dec 9, 2025
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    P1Harmony’s Intak Shines in MEN’S FOLIO Malaysia’s December 2025/January 2026 Cover: A Study in Modern Masculinity and Style

    Photo Credits: Men’s FOLIO Malaysia FNC Entertainment P1Harmony’s Intak takes center stage in MEN’S FOLIO Malaysia’s December 2025/January 2026 issue,…

    Fame, K-pop, Photography, study
  • 1st World Tour: EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER (Europe & UK + North America – Announcement Poster)

    Dec 8, 2025
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    1st World Tour: EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER (Europe & UK + North America – Announcement Poster)

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Festival de Viña del Mar NMIXX is set to make history in 2026 by becoming the…

    history, Japan, K-pop
  • ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1): Global BOYS II PLANET Winners Shift Into High Gear With ‘Formula’ and Euphoria‑Era Concept Visuals

    Dec 7, 2025
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    ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1): Global BOYS II PLANET Winners Shift Into High Gear With ‘Formula’ and Euphoria‑Era Concept Visuals

    Photo Credits: WAKEONE Entertainment ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1) is an eight-member global boy group forged in the pressure cooker of…

    automotive, K-pop, KT
  • ADAP FCENM’s Debut: All Dreams Are Possible in 2026 with Stylish Concept Photos and a Promising New Journey

    Dec 6, 2025
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    ADAP FCENM’s Debut: All Dreams Are Possible in 2026 with Stylish Concept Photos and a Promising New Journey

    Photo Credits: FCENM ADAP, FCENM’s first boy group, is set to make waves in the K-pop scene with their 2026…

    Japan, K-pop
  • Jackson Wang Shines in ELLE Thailand x Cartier December 2025 Editorial

    Dec 5, 2025
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    Jackson Wang Shines in ELLE Thailand x Cartier December 2025 Editorial

    Photo Credits: ELLE Thailand Cartier JYP Entertainment GOT7’s Jackson Wang graces the December 2025 issue of ELLE Thailand, fronting a…

    Japan, K-pop
  • Inside SAY MY NAME’s Stunning &Our Vibe 3rd EP Concept Photos: A Vogue-Style Fashion & Hair Breakdown of the 2025 K-Pop Comeback

    Dec 4, 2025
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    Inside SAY MY NAME’s Stunning &Our Vibe 3rd EP Concept Photos: A Vogue-Style Fashion & Hair Breakdown of the 2025 K-Pop Comeback

    Photo Credits: iNKODE SAY MY NAME’s &Our Vibe: A New Chapter in Cinematic Pop-Fashion Storytelling SAY MY NAME returns with…

    history, Japan, K-pop, LG, Mystery, Photography
  • MISAMO’s PLAY: A High-Fashion Ode to Strength, Softness, and Sophistication  [Concept Photos]

    Dec 4, 2025
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    MISAMO’s PLAY: A High-Fashion Ode to Strength, Softness, and Sophistication  [Concept Photos]

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment MISAMO’s first full-length Japanese album, PLAY, arrives as a high-fashion crescendo in the group’s evolving narrative,…

    history, Japan
  • FIFTY FIFTY’s Winter Reinvention: Inside MAPS JAPAN Vol.7, Where Minimalist Tailoring Meets Cinematic K‑Pop Glamour

    Dec 3, 2025
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    FIFTY FIFTY’s Winter Reinvention: Inside MAPS JAPAN Vol.7, Where Minimalist Tailoring Meets Cinematic K‑Pop Glamour

    Photo Credits: MAPS Japan ATTRAKT FIFTY FIFTY’s MAPS JAPAN 2025 Winter Issue Vol.7 pictorial captures the group at a turning…

    BTS, history, Japan, KT, Photography, Seoul
  • Jackson Wang: Billboard Philippines November 2025 Cover – The End of MAGIC MAN, The Rise of Authenticity

    Dec 3, 2025
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    Jackson Wang: Billboard Philippines November 2025 Cover – The End of MAGIC MAN, The Rise of Authenticity

    Photo Credits: Billboard Philippines 88Rising Jackson Wang’s November 2025 Billboard Philippines digital cover is a bold, introspective statement—a moment of…

    BTS, Fame, history
  • 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
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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