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

    BTS, Sex
  • K-pop fans need to learn empathy. People forget idols are humans on screen

    May 30, 2026
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    Post the young ji and Jung won video, I feel the hate towards enhypen has intensified to another level. Yes,…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Acai & Yogurt

    May 30, 2026
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    Acai & Yogurt

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

  • The plastic Kimchi fermentation containers, how safe are they?

    May 30, 2026
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    I asked this in a fermentation sub but realized best to go to the source. These containers are a genius…

    Kimchi, travel
  • I finally made kimbap jeon after seeing it on TV a few years ago!

    May 30, 2026
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    I finally made kimbap jeon after seeing it on TV a few years ago!

    I could never make it before because whenever I buy kimbap, I never have leftovers lol submitted by /u/burnt—–toast [link]…

  • My 6yo son’s first batch of kimchi

    May 30, 2026
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    submitted by /u/denisalivingabroad [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Cucumber and Cod Roe Bibimbap

    May 30, 2026
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    Cucumber and Cod Roe Bibimbap

    This is sooooooo good submitted by /u/NewPositive8972 [link] [comments]

    Bibimbap
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    May 30, 2026
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    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • I kinda feel bad for MEOVV, the girls in particular.

    May 30, 2026
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    I feel MEOVV is the only group from a prominent company that is not there yet. I am talking in…

    Japan, Justice, Question
  • Hybe’s bullshit kind of music needs to stop.

    May 30, 2026
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    Hybe should actually just shut down that shitty company cause they be wasting our time and the girls time and…

    KT
  • Do people in Korea know who Popeye the Sailor is?

    May 30, 2026
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    How famous is this character? submitted by /u/Mysterious-Trip-3632 [link] [comments]

  • 냠냠

    May 30, 2026
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    냠냠

    냠냠 submitted by /u/eason_leong [link] [comments]

  • Why do you think Korea completely ignore 4th gen boy groups but like 5th gen boy groups?

    May 30, 2026
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    Recently I watched a clip where fans ask Jungwon why Enhypen never performs at university festivals in Korea and he…

  • Songs that would have been better in a different year?

    May 30, 2026
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    I feel like there’s a lot of kpop songs that would been done better if they were released in a…

    Celebrity
  • My first attempts at Korean food – be kind

    May 30, 2026
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    My first attempts at Korean food – be kind

    I love trying all different culture and cuisine so here are my first 2 korean style dishes. Bimimbap with sesame…

    Korean Food, Pork
  • Green onion chicken

    May 30, 2026
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    Green onion chicken

    Green onion comes with sour-sweet mustard sauce which eases bitter taste of onion. I barely finish a chicken when I…

  • this warthog from lion king reminds me of someone from ph1

    May 30, 2026
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    this warthog from lion king reminds me of someone from ph1. need help in identifying person. here is link to…

    study
  • SEVENTEEN Joshua: The Gentleman Who Embodies K-Pop’s Future

    May 30, 2026
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    SEVENTEEN Joshua: The Gentleman Who Embodies K-Pop’s Future

    Vogue Singapore June 2026 Cover Story The Moment Everything Clicked When does Seventeen’s Joshua feel the most confident? When he’s…

    Advice, Japan, K-pop, Photography, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US

    May 30, 2026
    in News
    Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US

    WASHINGTON/MEXICO CITY — The Trump administration wants to increase the level of regional content in North American-built vehicles to 82…

  • S. Korea, US, other countries call for designation of vessels over NK sanctions breaches

    May 30, 2026
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    S. Korea, US, other countries call for designation of vessels over NK sanctions breaches

    WASHINGTON — South Korea, the United States, the European Union’s diplomatic service and eight other countries on Friday issued a…

    germany, identification, Japan, North Korea, Pyongyang, study
  • Nat’l football head coach ‘surprised’ by KFA chief’s resignation offer

    May 30, 2026
    in News
    Nat’l football head coach ‘surprised’ by KFA chief’s resignation offer

    HERRIMAN, United States — The head coach of the South Korean men’s football team said Friday he was “surprised” by…

  • [TEST DRIVE] BMW M135: A pocket rocket built for pure driving fun

    May 30, 2026
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    [TEST DRIVE] BMW M135: A pocket rocket built for pure driving fun

    The BMW M135 xDrive is the kind of hatchback that instantly reminds you why compact performance cars still matter. Sharp,…

    driver, Seoul
  • Baseball waste surges faster than attendance despite KBO’s green pledge

    May 30, 2026
    in News
    Baseball waste surges faster than attendance despite KBO’s green pledge

    Behind the Korean baseball league’s record-breaking popularity, another statistic has been climbing even faster: waste. While the Korea Baseball Organization…

    fail, LG, Seoul
  • My favorite korean chicken

    May 30, 2026
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    My favorite korean chicken

    submitted by /u/Dramatic_Month3504 [link] [comments]

  • I think Wonyoung needs IVE more than IVE needs Wonyoung.

    May 30, 2026
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    Before anyone gets mad, I’m not saying IVE would be the same without her. She’s obviously the face of the…

  • Crispy Tteokbokki in NY

    May 30, 2026
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    Crispy Tteokbokki in NY

    I just recently came from Atlanta, Georgia Duluth be specific and there’s a lot of good Korean food in that…

    Korean Food
  • Head of USFK continues to cross the line with inappropriate political remarks

    May 30, 2026
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    Head of USFK continues to cross the line with inappropriate political remarks

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

  • Korean activists say Israeli captors physically and sexually assaulted flotilla activists

    May 30, 2026
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    Korean activists say Israeli captors physically and sexually assaulted flotilla activists

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

    Sex
  • Delicious noodle place on the way to Gamcheon Culture Village!

    May 30, 2026
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    submitted by /u/Busansrun [link] [comments]

    Busan
  • Likelihood of a IZONE reunion based on each member

    May 30, 2026
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    With IOI’s reunion and Wanna One basically doing the same thing (except without releasing any music), I think chances are…

    BTS, Japan
  • All groups with members from JYP Sixteen were active this past month (with the exception of IZONE)

    May 30, 2026
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    Girl groupssss. Ugh my heart has been so happy this month!! <context> For the girl group TWICE, a competition TV…

  • Gochu Japchae

    May 30, 2026
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    Gochu Japchae

    With fried egg, rice, fresh pickles, and gyeran-jjim submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

  • Superintendent Elections See ‘Don’t Know’ as Top Response, Sparking Reform Calls

    May 30, 2026
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    Superintendent Elections See ‘Don’t Know’ as Top Response, Sparking Reform Calls

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

  • 4 in 10 Koreans use generative AI: survey

    May 30, 2026
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    4 in 10 Koreans use generative AI: survey

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

    Koreans, Survey
  • More service station food

    May 30, 2026
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    More service station food

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

  • I picked this up from hmart in the frozen section – how is it used?

    May 30, 2026
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    I picked this up from hmart in the frozen section – how is it used?

    Can I just defrost it and eat it over rice, or does it need to be cooked? submitted by /u/pm-me-your-pants…

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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