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  • Court rejects detention warrant for Chinese dissident who traveled 300 kilometers in rubber boat to escape homeland

    May 31, 2026
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    Court rejects detention warrant for Chinese dissident who traveled 300 kilometers in rubber boat to escape homeland

    submitted by /u/Fine-Cucumber8589 [link] [comments]

    travel
  • Why do you think KickFlip is not more popular?

    May 31, 2026
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    I just heard about KickFlip and was surprised to see they’re from JYP. Skz is arguably the top boy group…

    Discussion
  • Arih Ramyun 아리 truffle bulgogi flavor

    May 31, 2026
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    Arih Ramyun 아리 truffle bulgogi flavor

    I bought everything flavor of the Arih Ramyun. They noodles been gaining popularity in the media with association with BTS…

    BTS, Kimchi, Korean Food, LG
  • Korean attack comes to life for win in pre-World Cup tuneup

    May 31, 2026
    in News
    Korean attack comes to life for win in pre-World Cup tuneup

    It took Korea more than half an hour of action to get going but it’s always better late than never.…

    Son Heung-min
  • Negative campaigning overshadows local elections

    May 31, 2026
    in News
    Negative campaigning overshadows local elections

    Korea’s June 3 local elections have entered their final stretch amid a surge of allegations and political attacks, with negative…

    Busan, Seoul
  • The dilemma of Korean food

    May 31, 2026
    in News
    The dilemma of Korean food

    A few days ago, we were having lunch after a Sunday worship service at a Korean church, when a discussion…

    Discussion, Korean Food, Koreans, Question
  • Nvidia CEO’s visit to Korea stokes hopes on physical AI collaboration

    May 31, 2026
    in News
    Nvidia CEO’s visit to Korea stokes hopes on physical AI collaboration

    Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is set to visit Korea this week, stoking expectations over the artificial intelligence (AI) platform company’s…

    Hyundai, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, SK Hynix
  • N. Korea’s spy chief meets chief Russian security official in Moscow

    May 31, 2026
    in News
    N. Korea’s spy chief meets chief Russian security official in Moscow

    The chief of North Korea’s spy agency has attended an international security forum in Russia and held a meeting with…

    North Korea, Peace
  • Boytude – trying to describe a developing sound for boy groups without going insane

    May 31, 2026
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    So basically I’ve noticed a new sound a lot of the boy groups have been doing in the last year…

  • describe your ult group without saying their name. the comments guess who it is

    May 31, 2026
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    fun time! describe your favorite k-pop group without using any strongly identifying facts in one sentence and redditors will guess…

    K-pop
  • Arih Ramyun 마리 Truffle Bulgogi Flavor

    May 31, 2026
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    Arih Ramyun 마리 Truffle Bulgogi Flavor

    I bought everything flavor of the Arih Ramyun. They noodles been gaining popularity in the media with association with BTS…

    BTS, Kimchi, Korean Food, LG
  • Anyone tried this topokki?

    May 31, 2026
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    Anyone tried this topokki?

    This was one of my favorite tteokbokki chains in Korea, and now it’s at H Mart! I haven’t tried it…

  • Saturday easy dinner for mama

    May 31, 2026
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    Saturday easy dinner for mama

    Easy dinner for Saturday evening. Pick up from Korean franchise chicken place bb.q Secret sauce, original, gangnam style submitted by…

  • Pink’s Seoul Korea

    May 31, 2026
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    Pink’s Seoul Korea

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

    Japan, Seoul
  • Bulgogi was requested.

    May 31, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

    LG, request
  • What group did you completely misjudge at first?

    May 31, 2026
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    If you’ve been a kpop fan long enough, you’ve probably had the experience of writing off a group for one…

  • Representing the KBO outside of Korea!

    May 31, 2026
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    Representing the KBO outside of Korea!

    In my town, the local minor league baseball team had a Star Wars theme night tonight. We haven’t been to…

    KT, Lotte, Question
  • 양평해장국 (Yangpyeong style hangover soup) at Life Soup 인생국밥 Suwanee, Georgia. For all my gukbap lovers, go here if you’re ever in the Gwinnett County area 🙂

    May 31, 2026
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    양평해장국 (Yangpyeong style hangover soup) at Life Soup 인생국밥 Suwanee, Georgia. For all my gukbap lovers, go here if you’re ever in the Gwinnett County area :)

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

  • What do you think is the best merch item in K-pop?

    May 31, 2026
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    I’m curious because I’ve always been fascinated by product design. Personally I think ILLIT’s light stick is pretty amazing and…

    K-pop
  • Nothing Beats Kimchi Fried Rice on a Busy Workday

    May 31, 2026
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    Nothing Beats Kimchi Fried Rice on a Busy Workday

    A homemade lunch. Kimchi fried rice topped with fried eggs and a few air-fried Mandu on the side. Simple, comforting,…

    Kimchi, Photography
  • Mechurial-jangjorim

    May 31, 2026
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    Mechurial-jangjorim

    Quail Egg jangjorim. One of many things my wife has made or is working on this weekend. submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131…

  • A cultural/linguistic observation: Why the Korean social hierarchy (Jondaetmal/Banmal) is notoriously hard for Westerners, but completely intuitive for Indonesians.

    May 30, 2026
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    Hi everyone. I’ve been working on a project mapping out the Korean language curriculum, and I stumbled upon a cultural…

    Korean Language, Koreans
  • Why is it considered “hating” in kpop when you call a bad singer a “bad singer”?

    May 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I just don’t understand why is everyone in kpop so sensitive that you are considered a hater if you make…

  • Tonight’s Korean-style dinner: beef rice bowls, lettuce wraps, kimchi, ssamjang, and roasted seaweed

    May 30, 2026
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    Tonight’s Korean-style dinner: beef rice bowls, lettuce wraps, kimchi, ssamjang, and roasted seaweed

    Korean comfort food night. Beef rice bowls + lettuce wraps + kimchi + ssamjang + seaweed. Simple, affordable, and always…

    Kimchi
  • The Art of Being Jinyoung – Cosmopolitan Korea – June 2026 Issue

    May 30, 2026
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    The Art of Being Jinyoung – Cosmopolitan Korea – June 2026 Issue

    Park Jinyoung on reinvention after silence, the language of a comeback, and what it means to arrive — fully —…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Military, Question, Seoul, Teenager
  • does anybody else kinda hate the feeling of obsession you get when you’re watching idol content?

    May 30, 2026
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    I’m not sure how to explain, I guess I get frustrated that they’re only on the screen and I will…

  • where in the world sasaengs get their money from?

    May 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m actually so curious where does @chelsea__tae and @theultimatedodo get their money to attend every single BTS show? There is…

    BTS
  • A bunch of people in lemon masks invading korea this weekend

    May 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Lol I just saw a bunch of photos of a bunch of of people just casually walking around korea with…

    coffee, Shopping
  • My big boi ramen stew (inspired by korean army jiggae)

    May 30, 2026
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    My big boi ramen stew (inspired by korean army jiggae)

    Inspired by Kimchi Army stew, ingredients include Nongshim kimchi ramen, mushrooms, broccoli, spring onion, corn, chicken sausages, chicken and cheese…

    Cheese, Kimchi
  • Jeon and Jjigae Brunch

    May 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Jeon and Jjigae Brunch

    Hobak-jeon, Beoseot-jeon. rice, and doenjang-jjigae submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

    Jjigae
  • Jjampong and jjajangmyeon noodles

    May 30, 2026
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    Jjampong and jjajangmyeon noodles

    Hello guys Im Living in switzerland and im craving jjajangmyeon and jjampong pretty badly. I can get most of the…

    Japan, Question
  • What Are Some K-pop What Ifs That You Still Think About Today?

    May 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve always been obsessed with K-pop what ifs because some of them feel like they could’ve completely changed the timeline.…

    K-pop
  • Homemade Hotteok!

    May 30, 2026
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    Homemade Hotteok!

    Just because I was craving Hotteok… decided to try making at home 😆 Not bad for a first attempt! submitted…

  • I don’t understand what MEOVV’s “Ddi Ro Ri” sample is supposed to accomplish

    May 30, 2026
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    I was watching some videos from the M Countdown X Mega Concert, and apparently MEOVV performed their upcoming title track…

  • What is this powder (not konggaru?)

    May 30, 2026
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    What is this powder (not konggaru?)

    I bought this at the Korean store thinking it was kong garu , then I read the ingredients which included…

  • have you ever had a “why does a song need so many ppl to be sung?” phase before becoming a kpop fan

    May 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    For me, I was 15 and my friend was into BTS and showed them to me. I had never been…

    BTS, Sex
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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