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  • Kingdom Legendary War – What Was it Like to Watch at the Time?

    Jun 1, 2026
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    I’m a relatively new K-pop fan who has started to get into both newer groups and older groups. Through some…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Heeseung leaving Enhypen affected me more than i’d like to admit

    Jun 1, 2026
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    i feel kind of silly writing this, but i wanted to get it off my chest somewhere people might understand.…

    Stress
  • Korean Chikkin from India

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Korean Chikkin from India

    Is this what authentic Korean street food looks like? submitted by /u/Basic-One-7891 [link] [comments]

  • Buldak Carbonara, sautéed green peppers & échalotes, and garlic shrimp

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Buldak Carbonara, sautéed green peppers & échalotes, and garlic shrimp

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

  • I need k-bbq therapy

    Jun 1, 2026
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    I need k-bbq therapy

    Special kalbi care pls submitted by /u/Economy-Success-1238 [link] [comments]

  • Injeolmi bingsu

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Injeolmi bingsu

    Injeolmi bingsu!! Nothing beats Injeolmi Bingsu when it’s hot! I love other bingsu too, but there’s just something about that…

  • fromis_9’s Jiheon just got on the Korean news for quickly changing her shirt after realizing it was representing a political party

    Jun 1, 2026
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    On the yearly news of idols correcting a misunderstanding during Korea’s election season, fromis_9’s Jiheon started her live on the…

    apology
  • 서령 본점

    Jun 1, 2026
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    서령 본점

    This was perfect. Highly recommend. The best noodles and broth I have ever had. submitted by /u/japanfoodies [link] [comments]

    Japan
  • Thoughts on the Fifty Fifty ep? I think this is one of the ep’s of the year so far.

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Overall, I loooove it. This may be my favourite release this year. I always appreciate 5050 emphasizes no nonsense singing…

  • Homemade 장조림 -Part II – Marination complete

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Homemade 장조림 -Part II – Marination complete

    Here is the end result from the initial post on making 장조림. Note that the 청양고추 will stay in the…

  • Calling all queer Kpop fans – Take the fifth annual survey!!

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Hello everyone! Happy Pride Month! 🌈 The time has come to reintroduce our beloved annual Queer Kpop Fans’ survey for…

    LG, LGBTQ+, Question, Survey
  • Visited my aunt’s place and she laid out a whole home-cooked feast

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Visited my aunt’s place and she laid out a whole home-cooked feast

    Went to my aunt’s house and she had a full spread of home-cooked dishes waiting. Honestly made me want to…

  • It’s crazy to me how all of the xlov members almost slipped through the cracks.

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Haru and Rui both were one bp1 and didn’t make it. Haru barely got any screen time. Wumuti was on…

  • Why is Dr. Luke suddenly in the credits of all new THE BLACK LABEL releases?

    Jun 1, 2026
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    ​ First he wrote almost the entire Blackpink ep with Teddy. Then we saw him in Taeyang’s credits. And now…

    K-pop
  • there is only 1 group with a no skips discography

    Jun 1, 2026
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    My answer is: New Jeans —————— I feel like nowadays people throw around the phrase “no skips” because if your…

  • aespa’s LEMONADE and WDA are charting inside MelOn Top 10 simultaneously

    Jun 1, 2026
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    I sort of knew LEMONADE would chart high as it is the main title track and it’s a super catchy…

  • Can anyone based in the US recommend brands of makgeolli available here that are worth looking out for and trying?

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Brands off the top of my head that I have tried are: – Ji Pyeong – I love love love…

  • Anyone know where i can get this dish in the dfw area

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Anyone know where i can get this dish in the dfw area

    I recently went to Korea and had perilla oil makguksu completely by accident and it ended up being one my…

  • Anyone going to deepwater soloing in chuncheon??

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Anyone going to deepwater soloing in chuncheon??

    I’m planning to go to a Deep Water Soloing festival in Chuncheon, Korea during my trip this July Anyone here…

  • Police seek exit ban on Morse Tan over defamation allegations

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Police seek exit ban on Morse Tan over defamation allegations

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

  • Regardless of all the mess, the MEOVV EP is kinda good.

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Apart from the title MV getting delayed by a whole hour, the EP did it’s work regardless. I don’t listen…

    Justice
  • The best 고기덮밥

    Jun 1, 2026
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    The best 고기덮밥

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

  • MEOVV DDI RO RI MV got delayed for more than 30 MINUTES ???? what’s happening

    Jun 1, 2026
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    MEOVV DDI RO RI MV got delayed for more than 30 MINUTES ???? what’s happening I need the Official statement…

    fail
  • Hanwha Aerospace vows full investigation into deadly explosion at Daejeon facility

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Hanwha Aerospace vows full investigation into deadly explosion at Daejeon facility

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

    Daejeon
  • Why did TREASURE release a full English title track on a Monday?

    Jun 1, 2026
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    If they’re targeting a global audience, why didn’t they release the album on a Friday? I’m just confused about the…

  • Creamy Without Cream — Korea’s Beloved Perilla Seed Noodles

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Creamy Without Cream — Korea’s Beloved Perilla Seed Noodles

    A creamy Korean noodle soup made with ground perilla seeds. It looks rich like a cream soup, but there’s no…

    LG, Perilla seeds, Seoul, travel
  • Atheart — Beauty+ Digital Cover, June 2026: Sharp Edge, Soft Knife

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Atheart — Beauty+ Digital Cover, June 2026: Sharp Edge, Soft Knife

    Nahyun and Arin of Atheart have no interest in being palatable. They have interest in being inevitable. Nahyun & Arin…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Photography, Question, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Chicken

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Chicken

    Do you love korean chicken? submitted by /u/Alternative_Try_3024 [link] [comments]

  • Literature about the Korean DMZ

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Hi! I am thinking about writting a really long essay which speaks about the ilusion of the ‘demilitarized’ area, focusing…

  • 🐷🐷

    Jun 1, 2026
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    🐷🐷

    in gangnam. guess what 😋 submitted by /u/seenew_cubig [link] [comments]

  • Gopchang (Korean Grilled Beef Intestines) for dinner tonight!

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Gopchang (Korean Grilled Beef Intestines) for dinner tonight!

    Had some amazing Gopchang (grilled beef/pork intestines) tonight. It’s crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and packed with…

    Pork
  • Overshadowed by KOSPI rally, bank stocks pin hopes on rate hikes

    Jun 1, 2026
    in News
    Overshadowed by KOSPI rally, bank stocks pin hopes on rate hikes

    Banking stocks have largely remained on the sidelines despite the KOSPI’s record-setting rally this year, according to Korea Exchange (KRX)…

  • Confusion grows over CU’s purported offline expansion in China

    Jun 1, 2026
    in News
    Confusion grows over CU’s purported offline expansion in China

    Confusion emerged over CU’s purported offline store plan in the Chinese market, as a local distributor suggested that Korea’s largest…

    Social Media
  • Actor Park Ji-hoon recommends hand gripper to relieve stress

    Jun 1, 2026
    in News
    Actor Park Ji-hoon recommends hand gripper to relieve stress

    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Singer and actor Park Ji-hoon recently revealed that one of the items he…

    Fame, K-pop, Stress
  • Workers at Celltrion launch first union in company’s history

    Jun 1, 2026
    in News
    Workers at Celltrion launch first union in company’s history

    Workers at Celltrion, a Korean bio firm, launched a labor union for the first time in the company’s history, demanding…

    history
  • Samsung Electronics’ market cap surpasses $1.32 tril.

    Jun 1, 2026
    in News
    Samsung Electronics’ market cap surpasses $1.32 tril.

    The market capitalization of top-cap Samsung Electronics surpassed 2 quadrillion won ($1.32 trillion) for the first time Monday, the bourse…

    Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
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    To glimpse a marten, known as”dambi” in Korean, moving through… Read more: Korea declares yellow-throated marten endangered species as habitats shrink
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    Two versions of an unhappy uncle have drawn Korean theatergoers… Read more: Korean struggles reflected in dueling renditions of Chekhov classic
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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