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  • Yunho of ATEEZ: The Fox at the Frontier

    Apr 20, 2026
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    Yunho of ATEEZ: The Fox at the Frontier

    Subject: Jeong Yun-ho (윤호 / Yunho) · Member of ATEEZ · KQ EntertainmentGroup: ATEEZ (에이티즈) · Managed by KQ Entertainment, Seoul, South…

    apology, BTS, fail, history, Japan, K-pop, Korean Art, Seoul, Teenager, Tokyo
  • The best ppyeodagwi haejangguk(Pork bone hangover soup)

    Apr 20, 2026
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    The best ppyeodagwi haejangguk(Pork bone hangover soup)

    Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JK8JVFAJBumxyY6T9?g_st=ac It only costs 8000won(5.74$) submitted by /u/stalincapital [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • It’s normal (and okay!) to not remember concerts well

    Apr 19, 2026
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    with all the discussions around filming and phone presence at concerts, here’s my two cents: I’m someone who started going…

    Discussion
  • Name a 10/10 album from a Group you don’t stan

    Apr 19, 2026
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    I always love to see passing appreciation from non-fans towards a group’s/soloist’s music, fan wars have always been common but…

  • Kimchi Soondubu Jjigae to heal from a cold

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Kimchi Soondubu Jjigae to heal from a cold

    Made my own dashi stock with kombu and katsuobushi but honestly could have just used the instant stuff. submitted by…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Bought a box of “Fresh Kimchi” yesterday. Seems off.

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Bought a box of “Fresh Kimchi” yesterday. Seems off.

    I’ve purchased this brand once in the past – it was good that time. No large jars of kimchi were…

    Kimchi
  • Kimchi Stew Korean food

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Kimchi Stew Korean food

    submitted by /u/Easy-Community-3961 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Korean Food
  • 삼성sdi

    Apr 19, 2026
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    삼성sdi

    (예언) 삼성sdi 전고점 돌파 및 제2의 삼성전자 확신 https://m.blog.naver.com/moneyoungo/224257981120 submitted by /u/ultraliski [link] [comments]

    Naver
  • Due to Declining Application Rates… Could Reducing Military Doctor Service From 3 Years to 2 Years Be the Answer?

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Due to Declining Application Rates… Could Reducing Military Doctor Service From 3 Years to 2 Years Be the Answer?

    submitted by /u/naixi123 [link] [comments]

    Military
  • Do you listen to pre-release or waiting for the album?

    Apr 19, 2026
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    I always skip pre-release until the album drops because I like to hear all the songs at once. I don’t…

  • South Korea’s female authors become bestsellers against anti-feminist backdrop

    Apr 19, 2026
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    South Korea’s female authors become bestsellers against anti-feminist backdrop

    submitted by /u/Beginning-Passion676 [link] [comments]

  • Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record in Beijing

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record in Beijing

    BEIJING — A humanoid robot that won a half-marathon race for robots in Beijing on Sunday ran faster than the…

  • Kim Sei-young blows all but 2 strokes of 8-shot lead in Los Angeles

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Kim Sei-young blows all but 2 strokes of 8-shot lead in Los Angeles

    LOS ANGELES — Kim Sei-young had an eight-stroke lead with five holes left Saturday at El Caballero Country Club in…

    Old Korea
  • Mass shooting in Ukraine’s capital leaves 6 dead before police shot and killed gunman

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Mass shooting in Ukraine’s capital leaves 6 dead before police shot and killed gunman

    KYIV, Ukraine — A gunman wielding an automatic weapon killed six people and barricaded himself inside a supermarket with hostages…

    Shopping, Ukraine
  • Wars must end quickly

    Apr 19, 2026
    in News
    Wars must end quickly

    There is an old military instinct that many civilians find uncomfortable but that every serious leader eventually learns: never start…

    history, Military, Social Media
  • BTS returns to Tokyo after 7 years, draws 110,000 fans over 2 nights

    Apr 19, 2026
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    BTS returns to Tokyo after 7 years, draws 110,000 fans over 2 nights

    K-pop juggernaut BTS performed to capacity crowds at Tokyo Dome on Friday and Saturday, drawing 110,000 fans over two sold-out…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • TNX: CALL ME BACK — K-POP’S ROCK ERA JUST FOUND ITS VOICE

    Apr 19, 2026
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    TNX: CALL ME BACK — K-POP’S ROCK ERA JUST FOUND ITS VOICE

    TV LIFE Japan — April 2026 Issue | Kpoppie Magazine Digital Cover Story Feature Article: Kpoppie Magazine — April 2026…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Kakao, KT, Military, purpose, Seoul, Stress, Surfing, Tokyo, travel
  • Do you watch your bias’ lives regularly? And if so, do you feel the parasocial feelings taking over sometimes?

    Apr 19, 2026
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    I fully understand that Weverse lives (or wherever people consume content from idols for solo lives) are probably the most…

    purpose
  • Just tried the new Jin Ramen (Busan-style Milmyeon) 🇰🇷

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Just tried the new Jin Ramen (Busan-style Milmyeon) 🇰🇷

    It’s a unique twist on instant ramen—chewy noodles mixed with a sweet and spicy sauce, then finished with a light,…

    Busan
  • I cannot for the life of me get into Hybe groups

    Apr 19, 2026
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    And by ‘Hybe groups’ I mean specifically these groups: BTS, TXT, Enhypen, CORTIS, LE SSERAFIM, and BOYNEXTDOOR. Something just feels…

    BTS
  • Snack time

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Snack time

    Ttaekbokki time ! submitted by /u/castiel_aroha [link] [comments]

  • Shin Burger Hero Ramyun Review

    Apr 19, 2026
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    Shin Burger Hero Ramyun Review

    After looking around for these for a while, I stumbled across them in my local Asian market. As a fan…

    Cheese, LG
  • Good Supper

    Apr 18, 2026
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    Good Supper

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

  • Gimbap

    Apr 18, 2026
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    Gimbap

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

  • Which Member is Most Essential in your Favorite Group?

    Apr 18, 2026
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    With the amount of idols leaving their groups and all the drama that’s been happening, let’s discuss which member is…

  • 56.4% of South Korean respondents expressed favorable feelings toward Japan, up 15.8 percentage points from the previous year. This marks the first time the figure has exceeded 50% since the survey began in 2014.

    Apr 18, 2026
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    56.4% of South Korean respondents expressed favorable feelings toward Japan, up 15.8 percentage points from the previous year. This marks the first time the figure has exceeded 50% since the survey began in 2014.

    submitted by /u/West-Sector-5495 [link] [comments]

    Japan, Survey
  • I wish more people focused on Yves’ artistry

    Apr 18, 2026
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    This is both an appreciation and a rant. I love Yves’ music, her and her creative team are absolutely hitting…

    Sex
  • What’s your most “pretentious” K-pop opinion?

    Apr 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    When I mean pretentious I mean an opinion that’s coming from someone who’s been a K-pop fan for a while…

    Advice, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Good 5th gen Girl group MVs that may have flown under the radar? Here are mine.

    Apr 18, 2026
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    I only discovered kpop about a year ago and quickly caught up to earlier stuff from popular, undeniably good groups…

  • Fandoms only care about accountability when it’s convenient.

    Apr 18, 2026
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    I feel like people misunderstand what “holding idols accountable” actually means, and it leads to really inconsistent reactions in fandom…

  • Seoul’s Northern Districts See Steepest Jeonse Price Surge in a Decade

    Apr 18, 2026
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    Seoul’s Northern Districts See Steepest Jeonse Price Surge in a Decade

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

    Seoul
  • aespa’s last comeback was in September 2025???

    Apr 18, 2026
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    Their last comeback was such a long time ago with Rich Man wtf They maybe busy with other things sure…

  • Finance minister says Korean won stabilizing against dollar, hopes for alignment with market expectations

    Apr 18, 2026
    in News
    Finance minister says Korean won stabilizing against dollar, hopes for alignment with market expectations

    Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Friday that the Korean won has been stabilizing against the U.S. dollar following its depreciation…

    Question
  • Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as US maintains its blockade

    Apr 18, 2026
    in News
    Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as US maintains its blockade

    BEIRUT (AP) — Iran said it fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial vessels, but questions lingered Saturday about…

    Donald Trump, Question
  • Hyundai Motor Group realigns portfolio for physical AI

    Apr 18, 2026
    in News
    Hyundai Motor Group realigns portfolio for physical AI

    Hyundai Motor Group is accelerating a sweeping business reorganization by realigning its key affiliates’ portfolio around robotics and physical artificial…

    Hyundai
  • Talk To Me In Korean aims to help learners overcome language acquisition difficulties

    Apr 18, 2026
    in News
    Talk To Me In Korean aims to help learners overcome language acquisition difficulties

    While Korea continues to be seen as a global cultural hotspot — fueled by the high-gloss exports of K-pop and…

    coffee, K-pop, Korean Language
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  • Hana Financial, FSS join hands to nurture next-gen finance talentApril 21, 2026
    Hana Financial Group launched a youth training program aimed at… Read more: Hana Financial, FSS join hands to nurture next-gen finance talent
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    The commander of the U.S. military stationed in South Korea,… Read more: USFK chief lodges protest against unification minister for leaking US intelligence: lawmaker
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    Naver said Tuesday it has created a 700 billion-won ($476.4… Read more: Naver, Krafton, Mirae Asset launch $476.4 mil. AI fund in India
  • Incheon airport reports solid earnings on strong demand for Japan, China routesApril 21, 2026
    Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIAC) has posted robust first-quarter earnings,… Read more: Incheon airport reports solid earnings on strong demand for Japan, China routes
  • Disney Korea, Lotte to mark Star Wars Day with festival in JamsilApril 21, 2026
    The Walt Disney Company Korea and Lotte Corporation said Tuesday… Read more: Disney Korea, Lotte to mark Star Wars Day with festival in Jamsil

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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