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  • Seeing how amazingly well Enhypen’s Blood Saga tour is selling makes me feel reassured that the future will continue to be bright for them

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Today, Enhypen sold out a Brazilian stadium concert, with over 35,000 tickets sold in less than 40 minutes. They also…

    BTS, Peace, Question
  • I feel bad for EVERGLOW and they deserved better

    Apr 24, 2026
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    I’ve been thinking about EVERGLOW and it honestly just makes me sad. They debuted so strong with Bon Bon Chocolat,…

  • My thoughts on LE SSERAFIM’s “Celebration”

    Apr 24, 2026
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    this is as a straight guy who listens to all kinds of music. so idk if that changes how you…

    Ewha
  • parasocial grown bts fans give the biggest ick

    Apr 24, 2026
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    real talk, the bts fandom has actually lost the plot. looking back at 2017, i was literally the blueprint for…

    BTS, KT
  • Honest opinion not speaking for everyone) but HYBE’s latest releases are missing the mark for me.

    Apr 24, 2026
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    This is just my personal opinion and doesn’t speak for everyone, but from “Pinky Up” to Cortisis’ “Red Red” and…

  • Seeing how amazingly well Enhypen’s Blood Saga tour is selling makes me feel reassured that their future will continue to be bright for them

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Today, Enhypen sold out a Brazilian stadium concert, with over 35,000 tickets sold in less than 40 minutes. They also…

    BTS, Peace, Question
  • Music show wins are going to be very hard to get in May and June

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Illit Babymonster Itzy Le Sserafim Aespa are all releasing in the next month or so for girl groups. For boy…

  • What music genre do you enjoy listening to the most ?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    I personally listen to pretty much everything out there except noise music but I’ve noticed that I really enjoy alt-pop…

  • 2018, Yongsan.

    Apr 24, 2026
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    2018, Yongsan.

    This is the food alley on Sechang-ro in Yongsan-gu. When I came to Yongsan to buy computers or games, I…

    coffee
  • Gukbap in Busan

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Gukbap in Busan

    📍양산국밥 해운대본점 75 Jwadong-ro 10beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea submitted by /u/_GrimFandango [link] [comments]

    Busan
  • South Korea cracks down on syringe hoarding, charges 32 distributors

    Apr 24, 2026
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    South Korea cracks down on syringe hoarding, charges 32 distributors

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

  • What song/s have been stuck on repeat for you recently?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    I recently rediscovered my love for techno queen Lee Jung Hyun and have had “Nuh” stuck on repeat. I’ve also…

  • Why did LE SSERAFIM step away from being Fearless?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    In their new celebration song the lyric translates in english is “It’s time to say goodbye, to when I was…

  • Do you ever put K-pop on without paying attention and then suddenly get pulled in?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Sometimes I just play a playlist in the background while doing something else, and then suddenly one song grabs my…

    K-pop
  • The conscription age cap may rise to 43. Who is affected, and what can happen to draft dodgers?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    The conscription age cap may rise to 43. Who is affected, and what can happen to draft dodgers?

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

  • Idols look completely different in the west, than in Korea

    Apr 24, 2026
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    So there is this idol that I was a hundred percent sure had work done, but it was the kind…

    K-drama
  • Born to Voyage: Xdinary Heroes Rewrite the Stars

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Born to Voyage: Xdinary Heroes Rewrite the Stars

    Xdinary Heroes crash into 2026 with their boldest era yet — and the world is finally listening Somewhere between a…

    Japan, K-pop, Question, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • Twitter kpop stans are insane and is a huge problem

    Apr 24, 2026
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    I just scroll on twitter but was never on the kpop side (recently they started appearing after i interacted with…

  • I have been a kpop fan for almost 6 years as of now. Now I have noticed that I like kpop groups based on two different categories. What about you.?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    There are some groups whose most of the songs are my absolute favorite, but I rarely enjoy their live performances…

    BTS
  • I just saw NMIXX’s AI Chat bot slander variety content, and the editing is kind of insane

    Apr 24, 2026
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    I haven’t watched variety content in a while, so I’m kind of shocked at how unhinged the cuts were and…

  • unchild is a weird name and their debut song was disappointing.

    Apr 24, 2026
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    bro are art directors running out of names because wtf is unchild. they wanna be different soooo bad. and also,…

  • does anyone else make fictional k-pop groups and survival shows ?

    Apr 24, 2026
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    i’m just curious if anyone else enjoys making fictional k-pop groups . in fact i have multiple fictional k-pop companies…

    K-pop
  • Korea, US divided on unification minister’s NK nuclear facility remarks: national security adviser

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Korea, US divided on unification minister’s NK nuclear facility remarks: national security adviser

    HANOI — South Korea and the U.S. have different views on Unification Minister Chung Dong-young’s remarks on North Korea’s nuclear…

    Coupang, Discussion, North Korea
  • Korea brings e-cigarettes under tobacco law, banning online sales

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Korea brings e-cigarettes under tobacco law, banning online sales

    A revision to the Tobacco Business Act took effect Friday extending the legal definition of tobacco from traditional leaf-based products…

    Warning
  • [PHOTOS] Labor Day: Workers worldwide deserve a better future

    Apr 24, 2026
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    [PHOTOS] Labor Day: Workers worldwide deserve a better future

    A worker cleans windows on the exterior of an office building in Mexico City, March 23. Reuters-Yonhap

  • Declining income, no consent: AI eats into Korea’s creative, language workforce

    Apr 24, 2026
    in News
    Declining income, no consent:  AI eats into Korea’s creative, language workforce

    It is a familiar sound: the brisk, slightly metallic voice at the end of a TV shopping segment, rattling off…

    Shopping, Warning
  • Court ruling undermines Samsung Biologics labor union’s strike plans

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Court ruling undermines Samsung Biologics labor union’s strike plans

    A court ruling has partly curbed Samsung Biologics labor union’s plan to stage an all-out strike, in a move seen…

    request, Samsung
  • Why I think Le Sserfafim’s CELEBRATION should’ve been longer

    Apr 24, 2026
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    As you can tell from my flair, I’ve been a longtime stan. I’ve listened to their new release, CELEBRATION over…

  • Homemade-Samgak Kimbop (Triangle kimbop)

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Homemade-Samgak Kimbop (Triangle kimbop)

    Tried this making at home for the kiddos and they loved it 🥰 the toppings were stir fried kimchi with…

    Kimchi
  • Special counsel seeks 30 years for ex-President Yoon for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Special counsel seeks 30 years for ex-President Yoon for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang

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

    Pyongyang
  • Tteokbokki 🤍

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Tteokbokki 🤍

    I added extra spicy sauce it was amazing 🤤🥵🌶️ submitted by /u/NiaLostSoul [link] [comments]

  • – YouTube, korean spicy snack, 떡볶이

    Apr 24, 2026
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    – YouTube, korean spicy snack, 떡볶이

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

  • Jajangmyeon, Spicy Pork

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Jajangmyeon, Spicy Pork

    Today is Friday, April 24th, 2026. It’s getting hotter little by little, and this week’s weather has been super unpredictable.…

    Pork
  • Samsung workers rally, call for larger share of AI profits. S. Korea.

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Samsung workers rally, call for larger share of AI profits. S. Korea.

    submitted by /u/Movie-Kino [link] [comments]

    Samsung
  • Takaichi to skip Yasukuni visit during spring festival

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Takaichi to skip Yasukuni visit during spring festival

    Bit of an old news, but I was surprised to not find this on the sub. She still sent offerings…

  • What you guys think about new groups unchild

    Apr 24, 2026
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    View Poll submitted by /u/Kind_Huckleberry8568 [link] [comments]

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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