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  • Is sweet potato really that big of a deal in Korea? 🍠

    Mar 29, 2026
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    I’ve been messaging an older Korean friend I met on Connecting, and they told me favorite food is sweet potato.…

    Japan, Korean Food
  • kpop idol beauty tips & tricks that you know of?

    Mar 29, 2026
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    For example, debloating tehniques, skincare, etc. whatever u know about some kpop idol beauty tips, drop them in the comments!…

  • What brand is this ?

    Mar 29, 2026
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    What brand is this ?

    I am not sure how to prep these as they were a lot harder than I thought. submitted by /u/amianasshole888…

  • Making gluten free gochujang?

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello! About a year ago my mom was diagnosed with celiacs disease and since then it’s been a bit expensive…

    Question
  • Gaming and anime collabs bring more exposure to K-pop groups than American shows and music festivals do

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Most of the people tuning in are already fans in the first place, and the average American doesn’t really care…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Chives dish#2: Chives kimchi

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Chives dish#2: Chives kimchi

    submitted by /u/VictoryBackground562 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Greece celebrates 205th Independence Day in Korea

    Mar 29, 2026
    in News
    Greece celebrates 205th Independence Day in Korea

    Greece marked its National Day with a formal reception in Seoul, bringing together diplomats, government officials and distinguished guests to…

    Seoul, Tourism
  • Drug seizures soar 46-fold as prosecution abolition raises enforcement vacuum fears

    Mar 29, 2026
    in News
    Drug seizures soar 46-fold as prosecution abolition raises enforcement vacuum fears

    Amid a sharp rise in drug smuggling cases, concerns are mounting that the planned abolition of the prosecutor’s office in…

  • The ‘zombie’ in Korean history

    Mar 29, 2026
    in News
    The ‘zombie’ in Korean history

    There is an idea in Korean history that will not die. I, and others, try to kill it, but it…

    history, Korean History, Peace
  • Hyundai Motor Group joins energy-saving drive amid Middle East crisis

    Mar 29, 2026
    in News
    Hyundai Motor Group joins energy-saving drive amid Middle East crisis

    Hyundai Motor Group will expand its energy-saving measures across all of its affiliates as part of a nationwide effort to…

    Hyundai, Kia, request
  • Liberal ex-prime minister to declare mayoral bid in conservative stronghold

    Mar 29, 2026
    in News
    Liberal ex-prime minister to declare mayoral bid in conservative stronghold

    Former Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum will formally declare his bid for Daegu mayor, a main conservative stronghold, in the upcoming…

    daegu
  • Another victim of Japan’s wartime sexual slavery dies; 5 survivors left

    Mar 29, 2026
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    Another victim of Japan’s wartime sexual slavery dies; 5 survivors left

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

    Japan, Sex
  • there’s so much black-and white styling in recent kpop mvs

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    …which isn’t inherently a bad thing (everyone still looks good). Just that, even though i see some color, in many…

  • Korean cooking videos are incredible and completely impossible to follow in real time

    Mar 29, 2026
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    Korean cooking videos look easy until you actually try to cook along. They move fast. No explanations. Ingredients pop up…

  • Hitting the Streets With the MAGA Youth of South Korea

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

  • Jay’s Circuit: ENHYPEN’s Fashion King Accelerates in GQ Korea x Gentle Monster

    Mar 28, 2026
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    Jay’s Circuit: ENHYPEN’s Fashion King Accelerates in GQ Korea x Gentle Monster

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea + Gentle Monster + Belift Lab + Virgin Music (Japan) + Geffen Records (US) ENHYPEN’s Jay…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Chocopie with milk

    Mar 28, 2026
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    Chocopie with milk

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

  • I need help translating this instant congee instructions

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I need help translating this instant congee instructions

    submitted by /u/frogs-are-bae [link] [comments]

  • Cortis’ “JoyRide” is a nice song, it’s now one of my new favorites

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    It’s been a long time since I last wrote a post on Reddit (I’ve been busy with work). Anyway, allow…

    K-pop, LG, Social Media
  • Maesil-ju 매실주 using cheongmae hard green ume apricot/plums

    Mar 28, 2026
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    Maesil-ju 매실주 using cheongmae hard green ume apricot/plums

    Looking at my 2024 and 2025 Maesil-ju – noticed that the best tasting one is made from raw sugar instead…

    Japan, Soju, Suga
  • Anyone else experiencing Buldak Sauce shortage in the UK?

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Been trying to get the sauce for about a month. I searched in all local shops and even online but…

  • Are we at a point where we should speak out against plastic surgery, its either enough to make a difference or makes the person look creepy?

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been seeing alot of young men and women get started in kpop and they have been looking emotionless and…

  • What popular 2nd and 3rd gen kpop group, that if they debut in 5th gen, would still be popular and why?

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Ok so we have TVXQ, Super Junior, BigBang, SNSD, 2PM, Wonder Girl, SHINee, 2ne1, Miss A, Sistar, Infinite, Beast, Exo,…

    BTS, Question
  • I know this 7-11 has a viral reputation for its view but have no knowledge of which sites where it’s famous. Instagram? Pinterest? Youtube?

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I know this 7-11 has a viral reputation for its view but have no knowledge of which sites where it’s famous. Instagram? Pinterest? Youtube?

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

  • Red bean dumplings

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Red bean dumplings

    I have fallen for the red bean and am doing a missionary work at home as we speak. My husband…

  • Rubio urges world to stop Iran starting ‘tolling’ in key strait

    Mar 28, 2026
    in News
    Rubio urges world to stop Iran starting ‘tolling’ in key strait

    PARIS — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday he had made progress with allies in opposing Iranian threats…

  • Rubio says war in Gulf to last ‘weeks not months,’ no US ground troops needed

    Mar 28, 2026
    in News
    Rubio says war in Gulf to last ‘weeks not months,’ no US ground troops needed

    PARIS — The war in the Gulf is still expected to last weeks, not months, and Washington can meet all…

    Donald Trump, G7
  • S. Korea, Ukraine FMs agree to handle issue of N. Korean POWs in line with humanitarian principles

    Mar 28, 2026
    in News
    S. Korea, Ukraine FMs agree to handle issue of N. Korean POWs in line with humanitarian principles

    The foreign ministers of South Korea and Ukraine have agreed to make efforts to resolve the issue of two North…

    G7, North Korea, Seoul, Ukraine
  • Banks push ahead with crypto exchange partnerships despite reputational risks

    Mar 28, 2026
    in News
    Banks push ahead with crypto exchange partnerships despite reputational risks

    Korean banks are doubling down on partnerships with cryptocurrency exchanges despite lingering reputational risks from exchange-related incidents, as tighter household…

    Kakao
  • The bloody brilliance of Park Chan-wook’s JSA

    Mar 28, 2026
    in News
    The bloody brilliance of Park Chan-wook’s JSA

    Park Chan-wook is a genius. But more than being a master technician, he is also easily one of the most…

    K-pop, North Korea
  • KEYVITUP Ignites: iNKODE’s Bold Debut Era

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Feeds
    KEYVITUP Ignites: iNKODE’s Bold Debut Era

    Photo Credits: iNKODE KEYVITUP, iNKODE’s first boy group produced by Kim Jaejoong, storms onto the K-pop scene with their 1st…

    Genesis, K-pop, Kia, KT
  • I need someone to edit Typa Girl by BLACKPINK to replace every shared part with Rosé’s

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I need someone to edit Typa Girl by BLACKPINK to replace every shared part with Rosé’s, please. Specifically the pre-chorus,…

  • [i ate] So yammy sea salt egg tart

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

  • made Gukbap with my roomates tonight x

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    made Gukbap with my roomates tonight x

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

  • Jisoo x Harper’s BAZAAR Korea: Where BLACKPINK Meets Timeless American

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Feeds
    Jisoo x Harper’s BAZAAR Korea: Where BLACKPINK Meets Timeless American

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea + Tommy Hilfiger + BLISSOO The Moment the World Stood Still It’s a quiet cover‑story…

    history, Japan, KT, Military, Seoul, Social Media
  • Baek-goguma Injeolmi

    Mar 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Baek-goguma Injeolmi

    My wife is obsessed with sweet potatoes and injeolmi right now. This time with white sweet potatoes from the Mexican…

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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