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  • Coupang posts biggest quarterly loss in 4 years

    May 6, 2026
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    Coupang posts biggest quarterly loss in 4 years

    E-commerce giant Coupang reported its largest quarterly loss in more than four years, with CEO Bom Kim, also known as…

    Coupang
  • Korea’s exports hit record high in Q1 on strong chip performance

    May 6, 2026
    in News
    Korea’s exports hit record high in Q1 on strong chip performance

    Korea’s exports hit a record high in the first quarter of 2026, driven by the strong growth of artificial intelligence…

    driver
  • I’ve been craving kimchijeon so bad lately😭

    May 6, 2026
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    I really miss the ones my mom used to make. Back in Korea it was like a whole ritual, every…

    fail, Kimchi
  • Is modern K-pop choreography getting more hip-hop influenced?

    May 6, 2026
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    Does anyone else feel like modern K-pop choreography is getting more hip-hop influenced lately? I’ve been noticing a lot more…

    K-pop
  • KOSPI Breaks 7,000: What Investors Should Watch After Korea’s AI Surge

    May 6, 2026
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    KOSPI Breaks 7,000: What Investors Should Watch After Korea’s AI Surge

    submitted by /u/Hopeful-Swimming7555 [link] [comments]

    G7
  • Pork gukbap for lunch

    May 6, 2026
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    Pork gukbap for lunch

    my lunch in Seongsu. give it a try! Anmok Seongsu 45,000 won for two https://map.proxi.co/r/wowdermap-kbbq?point_id=69f46a0fe4f76ee91f9dca15 submitted by /u/dch87 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Ashley Queens buffet chain, eating alone

    May 6, 2026
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    Ashley Queens buffet chain, eating alone

    Weekday lunch: 19,900 won submitted by /u/Minute-View-3526 [link] [comments]

  • Eating alone at Loun Shabu Shabu buffet chain

    May 6, 2026
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    Eating alone at Loun Shabu Shabu buffet chain

    weekday lunch 19,900 won submitted by /u/Minute-View-3526 [link] [comments]

  • Skillet Ramyun

    May 6, 2026
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    Skillet Ramyun

    submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

  • What year or generation was K-pop’s golden era?

    May 6, 2026
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    Just a chill question: What year or generation do you think was K-pop’s real peak? For me, it’s 2016-2019. Curious…

    BTS, K-pop, KT, Question
  • Gamjatang for supper

    May 6, 2026
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    Gamjatang for supper

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

  • Which girl group consistently has the most difficult and technical choreography?

    May 6, 2026
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    I’m a fan of performance-heavy groups, and lately, I’ve been stanning BABYMONSTER. Their energy and control are insane for a…

  • How to tell if a group or idol are doing lipsync ?

    May 6, 2026
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    I can easily tell when they use studio version to lipsync but it’s very hard when they use pre recorded…

  • Kpop MV teasers that outright show a same sex kiss?

    May 6, 2026
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    After seeing the IOI teaser, I’m wracking my brain for other examples of teasers that explicitly on screen show a…

    Sex
  • Seoul’s air clears as fine dust drops 40% over 2 decades

    May 6, 2026
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    Seoul’s air clears as fine dust drops 40% over 2 decades

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

    Seoul
  • Korean cafe

    May 6, 2026
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    Korean cafe

    submitted by /u/jackjack02023 [link] [comments]

  • The hate towards Sunoo is so frustrating

    May 6, 2026
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    So im writing this because how pissed im rn.. WHY ARE PEOPLE HATING SUNOO??? I audacity of ppl calling themselves…

  • Beyond the obvious “Big 3/HYBE” groups, which fandom feels the most massive and organized globally?

    May 6, 2026
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    We all know ARMY and Blinks are massive, and as an ILLIT fan, I’m seeing how fast new fandoms can…

  • Today’s lunch

    May 6, 2026
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    Today’s lunch

    I think i make better tuna kimbap, it was salty BUT the chicken was 🔥 sooo good. submitted by /u/Vee70x7…

  • The perfect spread – Raw seafood Anju night

    May 6, 2026
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    The perfect spread – Raw seafood Anju night

    Nothing beats a proper raw seafood spread with cold soju. Anyone else think raw seafood anju is the peak of…

    Soju
  • Why does Korea and Japan have a lot of cults?

    May 5, 2026
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    Hi, I’m a South Korean university student, but I’ve only spent about six years of my life actually living in…

    family, Japan
  • Love Abalone !

    May 5, 2026
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    Love Abalone !

    Just picked up some super plum, chunky ablaone 🔥🔥they’re already cleaned and pre- cooked, So i literally just ripped open…

  • What Is The Point of Re-Package Albums? They Don’t Want To Release A Single, So…

    May 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been a fan of K-Pop for a hot second. Don’t really buy a lot of physical media nowadays, but…

    K-pop
  • Korean potatoes making sweet Korean cakes, first time I tried them I loved them

    May 5, 2026
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    Korean potatoes making sweet Korean cakes, first time I tried them I loved them

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

  • Picnic day with my best friend, Korean street food

    May 5, 2026
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    Picnic day with my best friend, Korean street food

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

  • Mubi Acquires Na Hong-Jin’s Korean Thriller ‘Hope,’ Starring Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Hoyeon, For Multiple Territories Ahead of Cannes Premiere

    May 5, 2026
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    submitted by /u/self-fix2 [link] [comments]

  • Korea and Taiwan: When an AI boom lifts a nation

    May 5, 2026
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    Korea and Taiwan: When an AI boom lifts a nation

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

  • Why I think Babymonster and Blackpink are different

    May 5, 2026
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    Ok hear me out BM(Babymonster)- Has a more explosive effect, you hear it you cant unhear it. Its like your…

  • I love simple home meals

    May 5, 2026
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    I love simple home meals

    Sometimes I just take out some Pollock Roe, and chopped Green Onions, drizzle Sesame Oil, and a i’m actually getting…

  • Korean mom in Alaska: chicken nuggets glazed in dakgangjeong sauce

    May 5, 2026
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    Korean mom in Alaska: chicken nuggets glazed in dakgangjeong sauce

    submitted by /u/VictoryClean1550 [link] [comments]

  • How do you deal with knowing your favourite group/s have said problematic things in the past?

    May 5, 2026
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    I took a break from Kpop for a while because EVERY group that I ended up stanning had some skeletons…

    Scandal
  • Love Korean rice wine

    May 5, 2026
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    Love Korean rice wine

    Sky hub lounge at ICN submitted by /u/SheepherderWest8783 [link] [comments]

  • IOK is ruining Ablume’s(former Fifty Fifty’s members) momentum and it’s so sad

    May 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    No new MV No EP No album No promo No new socmed posts No festival booking No events No fanmeetings…

    KT, Social Media
  • G-Dragon Gifts Luxury Apartments to Longtime Staff, after earning an estimated 65 billion KRW ($48 million USD) in 2025 alone

    May 5, 2026
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    I came across this article today (I posted the title since I could not link it but it is by…

    BTS
  • Best Women Rappers (only talking about 3rd gen)

    May 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Now would it be so bad to say that L.E from EXID is one of the best rapper of her…

  • Eomuk guk (Korean fish cake soup) at home

    May 5, 2026
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    Eomuk guk (Korean fish cake soup) at home

    Made a simple eomuk guk with radish and green onions. The broth turned out really light and comforting. submitted by…

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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