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  • Babymon opinion just wondering where the groups future is

    May 9, 2026
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    As a pretty casual girl group stan, I listen to a lot of different groups, and I’m honestly really confused…

  • ‘Hitler’s right-hand man’ Richard Foerster and Nazi editor Peter Winkelnkemper enjoy Korean cuisine and kisaeng entertainment at a Seoul press banquet, May 11, 1939

    May 9, 2026
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    ‘Hitler’s right-hand man’ Richard Foerster and Nazi editor Peter Winkelnkemper enjoy Korean cuisine and kisaeng entertainment at a Seoul press banquet, May 11, 1939

    It is May 11, 1939 between 7 and 9 p.m. at a high-end restaurant in colonial Seoul hosted a banquet…

    Ancient Korea, Busan, germany, Japan, Korean Cuisine, Korean Language, Korean War, North Korea, Peace, Prostitution, purpose, Seoul, Sex
  • Stray Kids need a change in Management cuz this is getting frustrating

    May 9, 2026
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    RANT INCOMING For those who don’t know Stray Kids Han dropped a New Song today and while the song itself…

    history, Question, Stress
  • The place where the Jangsa Landing Operation took place

    May 9, 2026
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    The place where the Jangsa Landing Operation took place

    Countless student soldiers died here. submitted by /u/kamkminchan [link] [comments]

  • if hybe had a spanish division and created a girl group within it, what would you name it? 😀

    May 9, 2026
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    i’ve been trying to think of names for one but i honestly can’t ! i think it would have to…

  • Donkkaseu: A Korean Dish, Not Japanese Tonkatsu

    May 9, 2026
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    Donkkaseu: A Korean Dish, Not Japanese Tonkatsu

    I consider Korean-style pork cutlet (“donkkaseu,” not Japanese tonkatsu) to be Korean food. Japanese tonkatsu is a Japanese adaptation of…

    driver, Japan, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, Pork
  • Korea, US sign MOU to advance shipbuilding cooperation

    May 9, 2026
    in News
    Korea, US sign MOU to advance shipbuilding cooperation

    WASHINGTON — Korea and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) Friday to advance bilateral shipbuilding cooperation, an…

    Seoul
  • Parents’ Day travel trend sees growing demand for tailored tours

    May 9, 2026
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    Parents’ Day travel trend sees growing demand for tailored tours

    One common sight at Korean airports in May used to be elderly couples boarding flights to overseas destinations. For many,…

    Korean Airport, Parents, Shopping, travel
  • Bessent to visit Korea next week en route to China for Trump-Xi summit: sources

    May 9, 2026
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    Bessent to visit Korea next week en route to China for Trump-Xi summit: sources

    U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to visit Korea next week for talks with senior officials in Seoul, sources…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Seoul
  • US firing on Iran tankers sparks reprisals as deal hangs in balance

    May 9, 2026
    in News
    US firing on Iran tankers sparks reprisals as deal hangs in balance

    TEHRAN — A U.S. fighter jet on Friday disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers, prompting retaliatory attacks and rattling a shaky truce…

    Donald Trump, Military
  • Trump says he’s expecting Iran response to latest proposal ‘tonight’

    May 9, 2026
    in News
    Trump says he’s expecting Iran response to latest proposal ‘tonight’

    WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he was expecting Iran’s response to Washington’s latest proposal on a…

    Donald Trump
  • Daily Korean Lunch

    May 9, 2026
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    Daily Korean Lunch

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

  • Lesserafim and Katseye need better producers 😭😭

    May 9, 2026
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    I mean their songs are not good at this point.. they are just trying to make a song that would…

    KT
  • [WHY] ‘Do this to conceive a daughter’: Korea’s newfound obsession with baby girls

    May 9, 2026
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    [WHY] ‘Do this to conceive a daughter’: Korea’s newfound obsession with baby girls

    submitted by /u/Character_Wheel393 [link] [comments]

  • Busy weekend with my daughter’s Taekwondo test, settled for some noodles.

    May 9, 2026
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    Busy weekend with my daughter’s Taekwondo test, settled for some noodles.

    My second daughter had her 3rd Dan Taekwondo promotion test, so it’s been a really hectic weekend morning. I was…

    Parents
  • Dwaeji Gukbap!

    May 9, 2026
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    I am pregnant and I am craving for some dwaeji gukbap! I want to cook it so husband and son…

    Pork
  • Shopping Trip Lunch

    May 9, 2026
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    Shopping Trip Lunch

    Made the twelve hour round trip to shop our nearest Korean Markets. Lunch was Kkotgetang, assorted fried fish plate, and…

    Shopping
  • Korea records largest-ever current account surplus in March: BOK

    May 9, 2026
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    Korea records largest-ever current account surplus in March: BOK

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

  • On the way to the beach. Service station stop food.

    May 9, 2026
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    On the way to the beach. Service station stop food.

    submitted by /u/WHW01 [link] [comments]

  • Chapagetti

    May 9, 2026
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    Chapagetti

    A spruced up Chapagetti w/ cabbage kimchi, dried radish kimchi, green onion, and a soft fried egg. submitted by /u/remlap13…

    Kimchi
  • Tteokbokki, gimbap, and fish cake soup. Peak Korean comfort food.

    May 9, 2026
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    Tteokbokki, gimbap, and fish cake soup. Peak Korean comfort food.

    submitted by /u/Low-Hawk1338 [link] [comments]

  • Tonight’s supper

    May 9, 2026
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    Tonight’s supper

    All made fresh today. submitted by /u/Silly_Pack_Rat [link] [comments]

  • Lee, Carney discuss ties ahead of S. Korea’s submarine bid in Canada

    May 9, 2026
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    Lee, Carney discuss ties ahead of S. Korea’s submarine bid in Canada

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

  • NINGNING:The Girl Who Became the Future

    May 9, 2026
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    NINGNING:The Girl Who Became the Future

    From Harbin to the Met Gala — how aespa’s luminous main vocal became the face of Gucci, the jewel of…

    Celebrity, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Metaverse, Photography, purpose, Teenager
  • Contradicting arguments against k-pop by j-pop fans

    May 9, 2026
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    First of all, I have no issue if someone likes J-pop, C-pop, any type of pop more than K-pop. Personally…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Koreans
  • Tried ramyun like this? (uncooked ramyun snack)

    May 8, 2026
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    Tried ramyun like this? (uncooked ramyun snack)

    Growing up in Korea, this was one of those things a lot of kids tried at least once. Crush the…

    Parents
  • Where can I get more of these?

    May 8, 2026
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    Where can I get more of these?

    submitted by /u/Nebulous-at-Best [link] [comments]

  • What’s a kpop-related app/feature you genuinely wish existed?

    May 8, 2026
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    Is there a kpop app that you feel needs to exist – not just another voting or streaming app 😭I…

  • Maybe I’m a terrible person but I don’t get it.

    May 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Whenever an idol does something and someone says “they probably didn’t know” or something along those lines, people will get…

    K-pop, Question
  • Help identifying style of KFC

    May 8, 2026
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    Help identifying style of KFC

    Hi! There is a restaurant in Raleigh NC that my wife and I go to called Soo Cafe. It has…

  • 4 Delicious Banchan (Side Dishes) you can keep in the fridge!

    May 8, 2026
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    4 Delicious Banchan (Side Dishes) you can keep in the fridge!

    Hi everyone! I previously shared photos of these side dishes on my profile and crossposted them here, but I felt…

    Oyster, Pork, Suga
  • Everyone on Internet wants me to believe that Katseye’s popularity is declining but….

    May 8, 2026
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    Honestly evertime katseye drop a new song, perform at a music festival, wear something revealing or get entangled with controversies…

    Controversy
  • Canned sturgeon kimchi fry (bokkeum)

    May 8, 2026
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    Canned sturgeon kimchi fry (bokkeum)

    If you have old kimchi not suitable for regular consumption, people usually turn it into jjigae but a bokkeum is…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Suga
  • Hapjeong comfort food spots I keep going back to

    May 8, 2026
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    Hapjeong comfort food spots I keep going back to

    Been living in Korea for a while now and these are still my 2 comfort spots around Hapjeong/Mangwon area tbh.…

    Bossam, Pork, Soju
  • Sashimi in Korea

    May 8, 2026
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    Sashimi in Korea

    submitted by /u/Deep-Money-8358 [link] [comments]

  • Favourite 5th gen male idols in certain roles

    May 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    i was curious what everyone else thinks of this, who do you think are the best rappers,dancers and vocalists of…

    KT
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Latest Korean News

  • Defense chief faces uphill talks in 1st US visitMay 10, 2026
    South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said Sunday that Seoul… Read more: Defense chief faces uphill talks in 1st US visit
  • When a film returns, so does a generationMay 10, 2026
    I remember watching “The Devil Wears Prada” in 2006 at… Read more: When a film returns, so does a generation
  • AB InBev makes history with 3rd Creative Marketer of Year titleMay 10, 2026
    Global brewing giant AB InBev, parent company of OB Beer,… Read more: AB InBev makes history with 3rd Creative Marketer of Year title
  • Overseas schools offering Korean language classes surges 54% in 4 yearsMay 10, 2026
    The number of overseas elementary, middle and high schools offering… Read more: Overseas schools offering Korean language classes surges 54% in 4 years
  • Canary Islands brace for arrival of hantavirus-hit cruise shipMay 10, 2026
    GRANADILLA DE ABONA, Spain — A cruise ship hit with… Read more: Canary Islands brace for arrival of hantavirus-hit cruise ship

Latest Community Feeds

  • Instant noodles in the U.S. = struggle meal or comfort food?May 10, 2026
  • South Korea, U.S. Launch MASGA Project with $350 Billion InvestmentMay 10, 2026
  • 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-termMay 10, 2026
  • Trump says, ‘I love S. Korea,’ after Seoul, Washington sign MOU on shipbuilding cooperationMay 10, 2026
  • I wish I had more people to discuss Kpop with.May 10, 2026
  • ‘No table for one’: CNN writer says solo diners still face stigma in SeoulMay 10, 2026
  • On a cruise and love that there’s a Korean restaurant, but this is hilarious to me 😂May 10, 2026
  • Spotted in The Korean MarketsMay 10, 2026
  • A rich and spicy fish stew with a deep, hearty flavor.May 10, 2026
  • TIL hantavirus was named after hantan riverMay 10, 2026
  • Kkaennip Ssambap with meatballs and rice mixed with mushrooms, onions and chili crispMay 9, 2026
  • How to make garlic flavor stand out in samgyeopsal?May 9, 2026
  • I harvested some of my Perilla leaves from my garden to make some Kkaennip SsambapMay 9, 2026
  • 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
  • Question about Korean friendliness and physical affectionMay 9, 2026
  • DMZ – Have any Korean-born foreigners felt deep sadness or sorrow visiting the border?May 9, 2026
  • Familiarity with the music sample used in CHOOMMay 9, 2026
  • Wonhee has played a huge role in Illit’s reputation in SK improving a lotMay 9, 2026
  • Tendon and shank seolleongtangMay 9, 2026
  • How did k-pop’s English terminology develop?May 9, 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