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  • Seaweed flakes or seaweed sheets/snacks?

    May 29, 2026
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    If I’m looking for a topping for rice or to make rice balls, is it worth it buying the seaweed…

  • South Korea’s Exports Surge 64.8% in May 1~20, Semiconductor Exports Set New Record Jumping 202.1%

    May 29, 2026
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    South Korea’s Exports Surge 64.8% in May 1~20, Semiconductor Exports Set New Record Jumping 202.1%

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

  • May is peak “Yajang” (outdoor seating) season in Korea! Tried this local spot that pairs Korean Fried Chicken with Sujebi (hand-torn noodle soup) 🍻

    May 29, 2026
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    May is peak “Yajang” (outdoor seating) season in Korea! Tried this local spot that pairs Korean Fried Chicken with Sujebi (hand-torn noodle soup) 🍻

    Finally visited this famous spot in Jamwon after a popular Korean celebrity chef/singer hyped it up. The half-and-half chicken was…

    Celebrity, Seoul
  • Peoples favorite “twice” song? Asking as a new fan.

    May 28, 2026
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    Heya everyone, maybe some of you saw my post when i told y’all about me just now starting to listen…

  • JEON SOMI Turns Vogue Korea x Buccellati Into a Study in Modern Stardom

    May 28, 2026
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    JEON SOMI Turns Vogue Korea x Buccellati Into a Study in Modern Stardom

    Cover Story Jeon Somi doesn’t simply pose for a camera; she turns the frame into a statement. In the Vogue…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, study, travel
  • First time making vaguely Korean (?) food

    May 28, 2026
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    First time making vaguely Korean (?) food

    I went to my local east Asian market in England to buy some Tsingtao beers and tofu and I was…

    Korean Food, Koreans
  • i’m so addicted to kimbap, I made my own…

    May 28, 2026
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    i’m so addicted to kimbap, I made my own…

    submitted by /u/Klutzy_Tap_9183 [link] [comments]

  • Apple house frozen ddukboki from Korean market

    May 28, 2026
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    Apple house frozen ddukboki from Korean market

    Trying this first time 🙂 Not bad! submitted by /u/clareykkim [link] [comments]

  • Homemade Tuna Gimbap (Chamchi Gimbap) – Our family’s absolute favorite!

    May 28, 2026
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    Homemade Tuna Gimbap (Chamchi Gimbap) – Our family’s absolute favorite!

    Whenever I make gimbap at home, this tuna version is always the most requested. What is your all-time favorite gimbap…

    family, request
  • what’s your opinion on the current state of the kpop industry?

    May 28, 2026
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    whether it’s about the artists, music or how the overall industry is operating, let’s hear it! as for me: there’s…

  • Is there a chance ITZY might skip North America on their world tour?

    May 28, 2026
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    I’m getting a bit worried as someone who’d like to see them because I’ll be in the US during the…

  • I finally found my preferred technique for homemade soondubu jigae!!!

    May 28, 2026
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    I finally found my preferred technique for homemade soondubu jigae!!!

    homemade soondubu jigae with shiitake, zucchini, canned clams I grew up eating BCD soondubu jigae (I’m East Asian American, from…

    Jjigae
  • Samsung Union Approves Major Pay and Bonus Deal

    May 28, 2026
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    Samsung Union Approves Major Pay and Bonus Deal

    Samsung Electronics union members voted to ratify a compensation deal on Wednesday, with about 74% of the roughly 62,600 participating…

    Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • My thoughts on Kim Soohyun’s scandal compiled

    May 28, 2026
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    The response to Kim Soo-hyun’s controversy is very interesting to me Please feel happy to correct me if i’m wrong…

    BTS, Controversy, Question, Scandal, Social Media
  • New Call of Duty title, Korean setting, and release date officially confirmed

    May 28, 2026
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    New Call of Duty title, Korean setting, and release date officially confirmed

    Call of Duty Advanced War had a level set in Korea in 30 years but COD MW4 has a modern…

    Korean War
  • Does this sound legit?

    May 28, 2026
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    Does this sound legit?

    Hi. I was just scrolling down the Facebook. This thing pops up. Is this legit? Or scam? submitted by /u/No-Celebration889…

  • What do you think of leo’s guesting on lee mujin service?- I was absolutely blown away

    May 28, 2026
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    I always knew he was a good vocalist,who can really match the vibe of the song he was singing but…

    Justice
  • SoyBean noodle

    May 28, 2026
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    SoyBean noodle

    Easy to cook With any soy milk (I like Shamyook) add tofu and grind it Add salt or sugar. With…

    Suga
  • jokbo

    May 28, 2026
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    Hi everyone, I’m an overseas korean and recently became more interested about jokbos. My family is a part of the…

    family, North Korea, Question
  • “I thought people didn’t steal bags in Korea”… Thief caught, turns out to be a foreigner

    May 28, 2026
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    “I thought people didn’t steal bags in Korea”… Thief caught, turns out to be a foreigner

    Foreigner Arrested for Stealing Bag Left on Jeju Beach Bench The Jeju Seobu Police Station announced on the 27th that…

    Crime, Jeju
  • Chinese people having Korean names

    May 28, 2026
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    Pretty sure we all know about the “non-Koreans having Korean names” debate, which is something looked down upon by people.…

    korean names, Koreans
  • Ottogi or Otoki?

    May 28, 2026
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    Ottogi or Otoki?

    Is Otoki the new Ottogi? Lately, my local “Korean” store has stopped selling Ottogi Jin Ramen, and I tried Otoki…

  • When will Ikon and Winner make a comeback?

    May 28, 2026
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    Hello guys, I really miss Ikon and Winner. I also checked the Wikipedia and both artists’ discographies did not show…

    Military
  • Homemade Kimchi

    May 28, 2026
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    Homemade Kimchi

    Have you ever tried Korean radish salad (mu-saengchae)? It’s a type of kimchi made with thinly sliced radish. Try mixing…

    Kimchi
  • What are the best Kpop gg/female soloist songs of all time in your opinion?

    May 28, 2026
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    Here are my personal favs: • Supernova and Whiplash by aespa • Heart Attack and Miniskirt by AOA • %%…

  • Housing Experience Survey for International Students in Korea

    May 28, 2026
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    Housing Experience Survey for International Students in Korea

    Hello! We are Team 1 from SEPO, the Business Strategy Society at Sungkyunkwan University. We are currently conducting a survey…

    purpose, Survey
  • Does SM stream other group concerts in youtube than SHINee?

    May 28, 2026
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    I’ve been following SHINee Week concerts this week that SM has provided ahead of the new SHINee concert. I’ve been…

  • Found these cute little kittens near Namsan Tower

    May 28, 2026
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    Found these cute little kittens near Namsan Tower

    submitted by /u/Such_Client_9245 [link] [comments]

  • I still remember my Korean MSN friend from 2004

    May 28, 2026
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    I still remember my Korean MSN friend from 2004

    2004년, 저는 중국 상하이 송장구 지우팅진의 한 인터넷 카페에서 일하고 있었습니다. 그 시절 직원들은 매주 20시간 무료 인터넷 사용 시간이…

  • Your favorite “lost”/unreleased in full length media in kpop?

    May 28, 2026
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    While there is certainly some type of lost media (as there were posts about it before), is there any piece…

    KT
  • Do you prefer pre-made or homemade banchan?

    May 28, 2026
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    Do you prefer pre-made or homemade banchan?

    As a tourist… I love having homemade banchans. However, pre-made banchans tastes good too. I’m curious, for those locals, or…

  • What is K-pop fans’ obsession with “GP” or “locals”?

    May 28, 2026
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    Like… why is it treated as this ultimate standard of success? Isn’t the whole point of the music industry to…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • LG might be done making TVs after nearly 60 years

    May 28, 2026
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    LG might be done making TVs after nearly 60 years

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

    LG
  • Korean noodle in summer

    May 28, 2026
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    Korean noodle in summer

    These are my go-to summer cold noodles: Bibim-guksu & Janchi-guksu! Anyone tried them?? submitted by /u/PercentageSmart6344 [link] [comments]

  • LX Hausys expands HIMACS landmark marketing with UK rail station project

    May 28, 2026
    in News
    LX Hausys expands HIMACS landmark marketing with UK rail station project

    LX Hausys is strengthening its global landmark marketing campaign by expanding supplies of its acrylic solid surface product HIMACS to…

    history
  • Gov’t to freeze accounts tied to scam crimes beyond voice phishing

    May 28, 2026
    in News
    Gov’t to freeze accounts tied to scam crimes beyond voice phishing

    Korea is stepping up its fight against financial scams by allowing banks to swiftly freeze accounts tied not only to…

    Crime
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Latest Korean News

  • Lee, first lady cast ballots in early voting near Cheong Wa Dae for June 3 electionsMay 29, 2026
    President Lee Jae Myung and first lady Kim Hea Kyung… Read more: Lee, first lady cast ballots in early voting near Cheong Wa Dae for June 3 elections
  • “I am living happily”: Former idol finds new life as flight attendant after group disbandsMay 29, 2026
    It is a question that has crossed the minds of… Read more: “I am living happily”: Former idol finds new life as flight attendant after group disbands
  • Cadillac bets on sales growth in Korea with new Incheon showroomMay 29, 2026
    Cadillac and GMC are accelerating their push into Korea’s luxury… Read more: Cadillac bets on sales growth in Korea with new Incheon showroom
  • Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2May 29, 2026
    BUCHAREST, Romania — A Russian drone that was part of… Read more: Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
  • Samsung Electronics’ minority union to continue challenging wage deal at courtMay 29, 2026
    A minority labor union at Samsung Electronics representing consumer electronics… Read more: Samsung Electronics’ minority union to continue challenging wage deal at court

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  • Controversial Korea football body chief to step down after World CupMay 29, 2026
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  • Why does the west consider Seo Taiji the creator of K-pop?May 29, 2026

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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