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  • When a film returns, so does a generation

    May 10, 2026
    in News
    When a film returns, so does a generation

    I remember watching “The Devil Wears Prada” in 2006 at a newly opened theater inside a shopping mall in Sinchon,…

    Seoul, Shopping
  • AB InBev makes history with 3rd Creative Marketer of Year title

    May 10, 2026
    in News
    AB InBev makes history with 3rd Creative Marketer of Year title

    Global brewing giant AB InBev, parent company of OB Beer, has been named the 2026 Creative Marketer of the Year…

    driver, history
  • Overseas schools offering Korean language classes surges 54% in 4 years

    May 10, 2026
    in News
    Overseas schools offering Korean language classes surges 54% in 4 years

    The number of overseas elementary, middle and high schools offering Korean language classes either as part of the regular curriculum…

    Korean Language, study
  • Canary Islands brace for arrival of hantavirus-hit cruise ship

    May 10, 2026
    in News
    Canary Islands brace for arrival of hantavirus-hit cruise ship

    GRANADILLA DE ABONA, Spain — A cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak is headed for Spain’s Canary Islands,…

  • Instant noodles in the U.S. = struggle meal or comfort food?

    May 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi guysss! I’m a college student from Korea doing a small research project about instant noodles in the U.S. 🍜…

    Korean Ramen, LG, Question, Stress
  • South Korea, U.S. Launch MASGA Project with $350 Billion Investment

    May 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    South Korea, U.S. Launch MASGA Project with $350 Billion Investment

    submitted by /u/self-fix2 [link] [comments]

  • In a bid to tackle ‘Just Resting’ youth crisis, new policy to provide “first-time” job seekers 600,000 KRW monthly for 6 months plus a 1.5M KRW “success bonus” for staying employed long-term

    May 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    In a bid to tackle ‘Just Resting’ youth crisis, new policy to provide “first-time” job seekers 600,000 KRW monthly for 6 months plus a 1.5M KRW “success bonus” for staying employed long-term

    Translation by Gemini 3.1 Youth Without Prior Work Experience Now Eligible for National Employment Support Low-income youth who previously struggled…

    Military
  • Trump says, ‘I love S. Korea,’ after Seoul, Washington sign MOU on shipbuilding cooperation

    May 10, 2026
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    Trump says, ‘I love S. Korea,’ after Seoul, Washington sign MOU on shipbuilding cooperation

    submitted by /u/Saltedline [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • I wish I had more people to discuss Kpop with.

    May 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey, I’m just wondering if I could make friends with people who are more indepth with the whole kpop community,…

  • ‘No table for one’: CNN writer says solo diners still face stigma in Seoul

    May 10, 2026
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    ‘No table for one’: CNN writer says solo diners still face stigma in Seoul

    submitted by /u/Saltedline [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • On a cruise and love that there’s a Korean restaurant, but this is hilarious to me 😂

    May 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    On a cruise and love that there’s a Korean restaurant, but this is hilarious to me 😂

    I want to preface this by saying I love the effort to recreate an authentic Korean experience where strangers are…

    Soju
  • Spotted in The Korean Markets

    May 10, 2026
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    Spotted in The Korean Markets

    Just some of the offerings at the Korean Markets we visited yesterday. Includes some Bibigo/Seventeen? tteokbokki. submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link]…

  • A rich and spicy fish stew with a deep, hearty flavor.

    May 10, 2026
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    A rich and spicy fish stew with a deep, hearty flavor.

    I made spicy fish stew with a really big mullet fish and enjoyed it. submitted by /u/Ambitious_Storage666 [link] [comments]

  • TIL hantavirus was named after hantan river

    May 10, 2026
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    TIL hantavirus was named after hantan river

    3000+ UN troops were infected by this unknown virus during the Korean War. They named it Korean Hemmoraghic Fever (KRF)…

    Korean War
  • Kkaennip Ssambap with meatballs and rice mixed with mushrooms, onions and chili crisp

    May 9, 2026
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    Kkaennip Ssambap with meatballs and rice mixed with mushrooms, onions and chili crisp

    submitted by /u/RealmanPwns1 [link] [comments]

  • How to make garlic flavor stand out in samgyeopsal?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone. I love, love, LOVE, a good garlic flavored samgyeopsal. I want to thoroughly taste the garlic flavor after…

    Pork
  • TIME IS HIS: Jungkook Commands the Cover in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x Hublot

    May 9, 2026
    in Feeds
    TIME IS HIS: Jungkook Commands the Cover in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x Hublot

    정국. Jungkook. Just the Name Is the Story There is a moment — quiet, almost imperceptible — that separates a…

    BTS, Busan, Celebrity, Fame, family, germany, history, Japan, K-pop, Military, Old Korea, Photography, purpose, Question, Seoul, Teenager, Tokyo
  • I harvested some of my Perilla leaves from my garden to make some Kkaennip Ssambap

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I harvested some of my Perilla leaves from my garden to make some Kkaennip Ssambap

    submitted by /u/RealmanPwns1 [link] [comments]

  • CL hanging out with Alexander Wang as recently as yesterday has me so creeped out. I know they have been friends for a lot of years and that he took her to the Met years ago but seeing him in her IG yesterday reminded me he is 🤢

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I guess he had some event in Seoul and invited some industry people and it is baffling to me that…

    Seoul
  • Question about Korean friendliness and physical affection

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! I’m not sure how to phrase this properly, but I was curious about something cultural/social and wanted to ask…

    Question, study
  • DMZ – Have any Korean-born foreigners felt deep sadness or sorrow visiting the border?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    DMZ – Have any Korean-born foreigners felt deep sadness or sorrow visiting the border?

    DMZ – Have any Korean-born foreigners felt deep sadness or sorrow visiting the border? I was born in Seoul Korea…

    Curiosity, family, history, Korean War, Koreans, martial law, North Korea, Parents, Peace, Seoul
  • Familiarity with the music sample used in CHOOM

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I just watched the MV of CHOOM by Babymonster. I liked the song the first time I heard but I…

  • Wonhee has played a huge role in Illit’s reputation in SK improving a lot

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I just saw that Illit’s new song It’s Me just peaked on the Melon Top 100 at 7. It’s their…

    Social Media
  • Tendon and shank seolleongtang

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Tendon and shank seolleongtang

    submitted by /u/VegetableRelation701 [link] [comments]

  • How did k-pop’s English terminology develop?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    When I first started getting into kpop, one of the fun little interesting things for me was all the English…

    Discussion, K-pop, Koreans
  • In theory, could kpoptimism ever work out?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    It’s based off poptimism, where pop deserved the same level of respect as genres like rock. I feel like NewJeans,…

  • President Trump’s Squid Game: The Korean Nuclear Debate Revisited

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    President Trump’s Squid Game: The Korean Nuclear Debate Revisited

    submitted by /u/eastwesteagle [link] [comments]

    squid game
  • A keychain is not a confession. Stop the brain rot.

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    ​I just saw a TikTok “speculating” about Ni-ki’s personal life based on a literal lighter keychain, and I’ve never been…

    KT, Scandal
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • What’s this seafood called in English?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    What’s this seafood called in English?

    I thought scallops but they are too thin submitted by /u/Flimsy-Mycologist760 [link] [comments]

  • Soju time

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Soju time

    submitted by /u/EZ_Choi [link] [comments]

    Soju
  • BR Umbreon flavor

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/SheepherderWest8783 [link] [comments]

  • I’m drawing a global folklore book, here’s Yeongno

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I’m drawing a global folklore book, here’s Yeongno

    I read up a bit on Gyeonsang’s masked dramas, and loved the idea of a celestial being eating the rich.…

  • Can an artist sign under Bighit Music but not under HYBE?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Can someone explain if this would actually be possible? There are a lot of conflicting opinions about BigHit Music’s status…

  • Do some idols feel completely different on stage compared to off stage?

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I always find it interesting when someone seems super quiet or chaotic off stage, but completely transforms during performances. That…

  • Babymon opinion just wondering where the groups future is

    May 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    As a pretty casual girl group stan, I listen to a lot of different groups, and I’m honestly really confused…

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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