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  • Stray Kids’ I.N Shines as Cosmopolitan Korea December 2025 Cover Star, Radiating Elegance with Damiani’s Luxe Jewelry

    Nov 15, 2025
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    Stray Kids’ I.N Shines as Cosmopolitan Korea December 2025 Cover Star, Radiating Elegance with Damiani’s Luxe Jewelry

    Photo Credits: KQ Entertainment Cosmopolitan Korea Damiani Stray Kids’ I.N captivates as the December 2025 cover star of Cosmopolitan Korea,…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul
  • ATEEZ’s Hongjoong Transforms Japanese Winter Fashion on the December 2025 Singles Magazine Cover: A Bold Statement in Style and Self-Expression

    Nov 14, 2025
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    ATEEZ’s Hongjoong Transforms Japanese Winter Fashion on the December 2025 Singles Magazine Cover: A Bold Statement in Style and Self-Expression

    Photo Credits: Singles Magzine KQ Entertainment ATEEZ’s Hongjoong seizes the limelight as the December 2025 cover star for Singles Magazine…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • Stray Kids Felix Commands Vogue Korea December 2025 with Three Stunning Louis Vuitton Covers, a Milestone in K-Pop Fashion Iconography

    Nov 13, 2025
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    Stray Kids Felix Commands Vogue Korea December 2025 with Three Stunning Louis Vuitton Covers, a Milestone in K-Pop Fashion Iconography

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea Louis Vuitton JYP Entertainnent Stray Kids’ Felix makes an unprecedented fashion statement as the December 2025…

    history, K-pop
  • GIRLSET’s Bold Billboard November 15 Pictorial: A Vibrant Fusion of Style, Attitude, and New Beginnings

    Nov 13, 2025
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    GIRLSET’s Bold Billboard November 15 Pictorial: A Vibrant Fusion of Style, Attitude, and New Beginnings

    Photo Credits: Billboard JYP Entertainment GIRLSET, the emergent JYP Entertainment girl group, graces the cover of Billboard’s November 15, 2025…

    K-pop
  • Icons Collide: G-DRAGON Redefines Chanel for W Korea’s November 2025 Issue in a Daring Fashion Vision That Bridges Luxury and Street Artistry

    Nov 12, 2025
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    Icons Collide: G-DRAGON Redefines Chanel for W Korea’s November 2025 Issue in a Daring Fashion Vision That Bridges Luxury and Street Artistry

    PHOTO CREDITS: W Korea Chanel Galaxy Corporation  G-DRAGON’s collaboration with W Korea and Chanel for the November 2025 issue is…

    K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • NouerA Illuminates RAYLI’s 30th Anniversary with a Captivating Blend of Contemporary Elegance and Bold Fashion Narrative

    Nov 11, 2025
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    NouerA Illuminates RAYLI’s 30th Anniversary with a Captivating Blend of Contemporary Elegance and Bold Fashion Narrative

    Photo Credits: RAYLI. NouerA Entertainment In celebration of RAYLI Fashion & Beauty Magazine’s prestigious 30th Anniversary Issue, NouerA steps into…

  • Dreams Draped in Style: Chuei Liyu of BOYS II PLANET Illuminates Marie Claire Korea’s November 2025 Digital Pictorial with Transformative Visuals and Mystique

    Nov 11, 2025
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    Dreams Draped in Style: Chuei Liyu of BOYS II PLANET Illuminates Marie Claire Korea’s November 2025 Digital Pictorial with Transformative Visuals and Mystique

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea MNet A Pictorial Steeped in Narrative: From Survival Stage to Fashion’s Forefront Chuei Liyu’s meteoric…

    Gen Z, K-drama, study
  • Weki Meki Kim Doyeon’s entrance in ELLE Korea x POLÈNE November 2025 Digital Covers and Pictorial with Chic Transformations

    Nov 10, 2025
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    Weki Meki Kim Doyeon’s entrance in ELLE Korea x POLÈNE November 2025 Digital Covers and Pictorial with Chic Transformations

    Photo Credits: Elle Korea POLENE Fantagio Kim Doyeon, the multifaceted star formerly of Weki Meki, captivates the ELLE Korea November…

    K-pop
  • IVE Rei & Liz Illuminate Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x Valentino November 2025 Pictorial: A Masterpiece of Poise, Couture Romance, and Contemporary Elegance

    Nov 9, 2025
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    IVE Rei & Liz Illuminate Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x Valentino November 2025 Pictorial: A Masterpiece of Poise, Couture Romance, and Contemporary Elegance

    Photo Credits: BAZAAR Korea Valentino Starship Entertainment In the November 2025 issue of Harper’s BAZAAR Korea, IVE’s Rei and Liz…

    K-pop
  • MEOVV Ella is the Radiant Face of Marie Claire Korea x Miu Miu December 2025 Digital Cover: A Stylish Fusion of Youthful Energy and Italian Elegance

    Nov 9, 2025
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    MEOVV Ella is the Radiant Face of Marie Claire Korea x Miu Miu December 2025 Digital Cover: A Stylish Fusion of Youthful Energy and Italian Elegance

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Miu Miu The Black Label MEOVV’s Ella Gross graces the December 2025 digital cover of…

    K-pop
  • ITZY Radiates Futuristic Femininity in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x TASAKI November 2025 Digital Cover & Pictorial Fashion Feature

    Nov 5, 2025
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    ITZY Radiates Futuristic Femininity in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x TASAKI November 2025 Digital Cover & Pictorial Fashion Feature

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea TASAKI JYP Entertainment The November 2025 digital cover and pictorial of ITZY for Harper’s BAZAAR…

    K-pop, Photography
  • Chungha Shines in Vogue Korea x Glenfiddich November 2025: Bold Fashion Statements and Iconic Styling Define a New Era of K-Pop Glamour

    Nov 3, 2025
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    Chungha Shines in Vogue Korea x Glenfiddich November 2025: Bold Fashion Statements and Iconic Styling Define a New Era of K-Pop Glamour

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea Glenfiddich MORE VISION. Message: Please Drink Responsibly Chungha’s Vogue Korea x Glenfiddich pictorial for the November…

    Affinity, K-pop, Photography
  • i-dle Miyeon Enchants with “MY, Lover” 2nd Mini Album: A Stylish Cinematic Journey in “Say My Name”

    Nov 2, 2025
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    i-dle Miyeon Enchants with “MY, Lover” 2nd Mini Album: A Stylish Cinematic Journey in “Say My Name”

    Photo Credits: Cube Entertainment i-dle’s Miyeon returns with her deeply emotive second mini album, “MY, Lover,” featuring the title track…

    K-pop, Perspectives, Tokyo
  • XLOV’s ‘UXLXVE’ Concept Photos Unveil a Bold, Charismatic New Era in K-Pop Fashion and Styling

    Nov 2, 2025
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    XLOV’s ‘UXLXVE’ Concept Photos Unveil a Bold, Charismatic New Era in K-Pop Fashion and Styling

    Photo Credits: 257 Entertainment The highly anticipated first mini album ‘UXLXVE’ by rising K-pop group XLOV arrives with a striking…

    K-pop, Military, Tokyo
  • aespa Ningning and Yanan (PENTAGON) Shine in Futuristic and Elegant Styles for ELLE China Style Awards 2025 80th Anniversary Pictorial

    Nov 1, 2025
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    aespa Ningning and Yanan (PENTAGON) Shine in Futuristic and Elegant Styles for ELLE China Style Awards 2025 80th Anniversary Pictorial

    Photo Credits: ELLE China SM Entertainment Cube Entertainment The ELLE China Style Awards 2025 marked a special milestone with its…

    Military, Tokyo
  • NEXZ ignites Dazed Korea November 2025 with futuristic youth style, bold fashion blends, and refined, edgy hair & makeup artistry in iconic pictorial

    Nov 1, 2025
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    NEXZ ignites Dazed Korea November 2025 with futuristic youth style, bold fashion blends, and refined, edgy hair & makeup artistry in iconic pictorial

    Photo Credits: Dazed Korea JYP Entertainment Sony Music Japan The November 2025 issue of Dazed Korea spotlights the rising K-pop…

    Japan, K-pop, Military, Tokyo
  • TWICE’s Momo Captivates on ELLE Korea’s D Edition Covers & Pictorial with Onitsuka Tiger’s Bold Tokyo-Inspired Fall/Winter 2025 Collection

    Oct 31, 2025
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    TWICE’s Momo Captivates on ELLE Korea’s D Edition Covers & Pictorial with Onitsuka Tiger’s Bold Tokyo-Inspired Fall/Winter 2025 Collection

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea Onitsuka Tiger JYP Entertainment TWICE’s Momo shines brilliantly on the October 2025 ELLE Korea D Edition…

    Japan, K-pop, Military, Tokyo
  • Jungkook Reignites Urban Cool in GQ x Calvin Klein October 2025 Digital Pictorial, Celebrating His Post-Military Style Evolution

    Oct 29, 2025
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    Jungkook Reignites Urban Cool in GQ x Calvin Klein October 2025 Digital Pictorial, Celebrating His Post-Military Style Evolution

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea Clavin Klein BIGHIT Music As the youngest member of global sensation BTS, Jungkook’s return to the…

    BTS, Fame, LG, Military
  • Uhm Jung Hwa, Code Kunst, TWICE Jeongyeon & Tzuyu, Seventeen Seungkwan, Loco, TXT Soobin, Yim Siwan, Car, the garden, KISS OF LIFE Natty & Belle Grace ELLE Korea’s November 2025

    Oct 28, 2025
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    Uhm Jung Hwa, Code Kunst, TWICE Jeongyeon & Tzuyu, Seventeen Seungkwan, Loco, TXT Soobin, Yim Siwan, Car, the garden, KISS OF LIFE Natty & Belle Grace ELLE Korea’s November 2025

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea Various ELLE Korea’s November 2025 issue, celebrating the magazine’s 33rd anniversary, honors warmth, connection, and the…

    Fame, purpose
  • Retro Dreams and Goddess Energy: FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Too Much Part.1’ Paints a New Chapter of Class and Confidence

    Oct 27, 2025
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    Retro Dreams and Goddess Energy: FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Too Much Part.1’ Paints a New Chapter of Class and Confidence

    Photo Credits: ATTRAKT FIFTY FIFTY is back in full bloom—glamorous, mysterious, and glittering like modern-day goddesses. With their third digital…

    KT
  • TNX Redefine Youth and Style in TV LIFE Issue No.20 Pictorial Preview with Effortless Charisma and Refined Visual Energy

    Oct 26, 2025
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    TNX Redefine Youth and Style in TV LIFE Issue No.20 Pictorial Preview with Effortless Charisma and Refined Visual Energy

    Photo Credits: P Nation TV LIFE Under the soft studio glow of TV LIFE Issue No.20, TNX (티엔엑스) deliver a pictorial that…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • I-DLE’s Shuhua Mesmerizes on ELLE Taiwan November 2025 Cover with Ethereal & Bold Fashion Looks

    Oct 26, 2025
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    I-DLE’s Shuhua Mesmerizes on ELLE Taiwan November 2025 Cover with Ethereal & Bold Fashion Looks

    Photo Credits: ELLE Taiwan CUBE Entertainment. Polo Ralph Lauren Rising (G)I-DLE visual Shuhua graces the November 2025 cover and pictorial…

  • HUTA Transcends Time in ITTA Magazine Vol. 29 — A Luminous Reflection of Boyhood, Youth, and Adulthood

    Oct 25, 2025
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    HUTA Transcends Time in ITTA Magazine Vol. 29 — A Luminous Reflection of Boyhood, Youth, and Adulthood

    Photo Credits: ITTA Magazine BTOB COMPANY (비투비 컴퍼니) HUTA, known offstage as BTOB’s Lee Minhyuk, graces the cover of ITTA Magazine Vol. 29,…

    Photography
  • A Soft Bloom in Motion: IVE’s Liz Radiates Grace and Modern Femininity in Cosmopolitan Korea x VIVAIA November 2025 Digital Pictorial

    Oct 25, 2025
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    A Soft Bloom in Motion: IVE’s Liz Radiates Grace and Modern Femininity in Cosmopolitan Korea x VIVAIA November 2025 Digital Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea VIVAIA Starship Entertainment For Cosmopolitan Korea’s November 2025 digital issue, IVE’s Liz unveils a captivating collaboration…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • Radiant Youth in Bloom: IVE’s Gaeul and Leeseo Bring Playful Chic to Allure Korea’s October 2025 x Crocs Digital Edition

    Oct 25, 2025
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    Radiant Youth in Bloom: IVE’s Gaeul and Leeseo Bring Playful Chic to Allure Korea’s October 2025 x Crocs Digital Edition

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea Crocs Starship Entertainment For its October 2025 digital edition, Allure Korea unveils a refreshingly spirited collaboration that pairs…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Too Much’ Concept Photos: Celestial Goddesses Radiate Glamour and Sophistication in Their Bold Comeback

    Oct 24, 2025
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    FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Too Much’ Concept Photos: Celestial Goddesses Radiate Glamour and Sophistication in Their Bold Comeback

    Photo Credits: ATTRAKT FIFTY FIFTY has unveiled their captivating concept photos for their third digital single, “Too Much Part.1,” showcasing…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Mystery
  • Yanan (PENTAGON) Shines in OK! Magazine Birthday Issue Cover & Pictorial with Striking Style and Visual Impact

    Oct 24, 2025
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    Yanan (PENTAGON) Shines in OK! Magazine Birthday Issue Cover & Pictorial with Striking Style and Visual Impact

    Photo Credits: OK! Magazine. CUBE Entertainment Yanan, the charismatic sub-vocalist and visual of the K-pop group PENTAGON, takes center stage…

    Japan, K-pop
  • Suho (EXO) Elegantly Redefines K-Pop Sophistication in DAZED Korea November 2025: A Journey of Style, Identity, and Poised Confidence

    Oct 23, 2025
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    Suho (EXO) Elegantly Redefines K-Pop Sophistication in DAZED Korea November 2025: A Journey of Style, Identity, and Poised Confidence

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment DAZED Korea Suho’s upcoming feature in DAZED Korea’s November 2025 issue has been previewed and showcases…

    Cheese, Japan, K-pop, Question
  • Billlie Illuminate the Winter Scene in Qoo10 Japan x @Style Magazine’s December 2025 Pictorial with Seven Shades of Chic Individuality

    Oct 23, 2025
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    Billlie Illuminate the Winter Scene in Qoo10 Japan x @Style Magazine’s December 2025 Pictorial with Seven Shades of Chic Individuality

    Photo Credits: Qoo10 Japan. @STYLE MAGAZINE. MYSTIC STORY Approaching their fourth debut anniversary, girl group Billlie headline the December 2025…

    Japan, Seoul
  • SUNGHOON (ENHYPEN) Steps Into the Spotlight as MUSINSA China’s Newest Brand Ambassador, Capturing Youthful Elegance with Effortless Edge

    Oct 23, 2025
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    SUNGHOON (ENHYPEN) Steps Into the Spotlight as MUSINSA China’s Newest Brand Ambassador, Capturing Youthful Elegance with Effortless Edge

    Photo Credits: MUSINSA China BELIFT LAB ENHYPEN’s Sunghoon has officially become the newest brand ambassador for MUSINSA China, marking another…

    K-pop, Social Media, Stress
  • KiiiKiii Sui & Haum – ESQUIRE Korea x LMC. (November 2025 Issue Pictorial Preview) A Bold Fusion of Streetwear and Contemporary Elegance

    Oct 22, 2025
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    KiiiKiii Sui & Haum – ESQUIRE Korea x LMC. (November 2025 Issue Pictorial Preview) A Bold Fusion of Streetwear and Contemporary Elegance

    Photo Credits: ESQUIRE Korea. LMC. Starship Entertainment In the much-anticipated November 2025 issue of ESQUIRE Korea, the rising K-pop duo…

    K-pop
  • GQ Korea November 2025: ILLIT’s Yunah Redefines Chic Minimalism in Her Most Elegant Pictorial Yet

    Oct 22, 2025
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    GQ Korea November 2025: ILLIT’s Yunah Redefines Chic Minimalism in Her Most Elegant Pictorial Yet

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea Belift Lab ILLIT’s 21-year-old member Yunah claims her spot as fashion’s new sweetheart in GQ Korea’s November…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • Wonho’s SYNDROME: A Captivating Fusion of Dark Elegance and Emotional Complexity in His First Full Album Concept Photoshoot

    Oct 21, 2025
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    Wonho’s SYNDROME: A Captivating Fusion of Dark Elegance and Emotional Complexity in His First Full Album Concept Photoshoot

    Photo Credits: Highline Entertainment Wonho’s first full album “SYNDROME” concept photo shoot exudes a striking blend of mature, enigmatic, and…

  • NMIXX’s Sullyoon & Jiwoo Radiate Warm Elegance in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x FORMENT’s November 2025 Fragrance Pictorial

    Oct 20, 2025
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    NMIXX’s Sullyoon & Jiwoo Radiate Warm Elegance in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x FORMENT’s November 2025 Fragrance Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea FORMENT JYP Entertainment NMIXX’s Sullyoon and Jiwoo shine with a refined elegance in the November…

    K-pop
  • You Dayeon Transforms with Bold Elegance in Rolling Stone Korea Issue No.15: A Pictorial Preview of Style and Storytelling

    Oct 19, 2025
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    You Dayeon Transforms with Bold Elegance in Rolling Stone Korea Issue No.15: A Pictorial Preview of Style and Storytelling

    Photo Credits: Rolling Stone Korea MMG Entertainment You Dayeon graces Rolling Stone Korea Issue No.15 with a striking pictorial that…

    Japan, K-pop
  • RIIZE Graces SPUR Magazine December 2025 Cover in Iconic High-Fashion Looks from Louis Vuitton to Balenciaga

    Oct 19, 2025
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    RIIZE Graces SPUR Magazine December 2025 Cover in Iconic High-Fashion Looks from Louis Vuitton to Balenciaga

    Photo Credits: SPUR Magazine Louis Vuitton Balenciaga RIIZE marks their first appearance on the cover of Japan’s leading fashion magazine…

    Japan
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  • Figure skater Lee Hae-in finishes 5th in final pre-Olympic competitionJanuary 24, 2026
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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