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  • Miyeok-guk for Dinner

    May 15, 2026
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    Miyeok-guk for Dinner

    Miyeok-guk with shredded chicken, kongnamul japchae, and Miyeok leaves for Miyeok ssam. (includes pics of major ingredients in a Korean…

  • Dinner

    May 15, 2026
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    Dinner

    돼지고기볶음 (spicy stir fried pork) with fresh from my garden perilla leaves, red leaf lettuce, and peppers( cilantro was store…

    Pork
  • KOSPI retreats from near 8,000-mark on foreign sell-off – The Korea Times

    May 15, 2026
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    KOSPI retreats from near 8,000-mark on foreign sell-off – The Korea Times

    While the good governance and equity reforms are indeed a plus to Korean stock market, the current 200 yoy gains…

  • Who would you rank higher all time: SHINee or 2PM?

    May 15, 2026
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    SHINee seems to get more praise nowadays for artistry, influence, discography, longevity, etc. But 2PM at their peak felt HUGE…

    Japan
  • Korean Su-yuk&Mak-geol-li

    May 15, 2026
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    Korean Su-yuk&Mak-geol-li

    It’s absolutely divine when you top perfectly boiled pork—free of any gamey smell—with salted shrimp and spicy fermented hairtail viscera…

    Pork
  • MEOVV’s BITE NOW Era Feels Like a Warning and a Dare

    May 14, 2026
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    MEOVV’s BITE NOW Era Feels Like a Warning and a Dare

    MEOVV’s second EP album, BITE NOW, arrives like a sharpened glance: sleek, shadowed, and impossible to ignore. With teaser images and…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Mystery, Photography, Warning
  • Salmon head jorim, if you’re in the bone suckers club this one’s a must suck!

    May 14, 2026
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    Salmon head jorim, if you’re in the bone suckers club this one’s a must suck!

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

  • aespa SYNK: Complaexity Concert at Gocheok Dome, Seoul

    May 14, 2026
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    Heyo, i’m gonna be traveling solo to Seoul in August to see aespa at their Gocheok Dome concert, i was…

    Seoul, travel
  • What are some fairly unique Song Titles in Kpop?

    May 14, 2026
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    I was looking through some Stray Kids songs are realized they seem to have some fairly unique song titles ex.…

  • pig galbi 돼지갈비 구이

    May 14, 2026
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    pig galbi 돼지갈비 구이

    yum yum~~ submitted by /u/MallOk9124 [link] [comments]

  • Kimbap

    May 14, 2026
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    Kimbap

    submitted by /u/VegetableRelation701 [link] [comments]

  • Emergency arbitration unavoidable if Samsung strike occurs: Industry minister

    May 14, 2026
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    Emergency arbitration unavoidable if Samsung strike occurs: Industry minister

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

    Samsung
  • Who should I see in concert, katseye or lesserafim? help me choose

    May 14, 2026
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    Hi everyone I’ve been a k-pop fan for a little over a year now, i used to be somewhat of…

    Ewha, K-pop, Minimum Wage
  • Jeju Kimbap

    May 14, 2026
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    Jeju Kimbap

    submitted by /u/binh291 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • Chapagetti with left over roasted chicken and veggies. Bowl too small for the egg lol

    May 14, 2026
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    Chapagetti with left over roasted chicken and veggies. Bowl too small for the egg lol

    On weeknights I’m really not in the mood for chopping and sauteing. So when I found leftover roasted chicken and…

  • I know this is very obvious but the kimchi in Korea in soooo good!

    May 14, 2026
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    I know this is very obvious but the kimchi in Korea in soooo good!

    Way better than anything I can find in the US (H Mart) I don’t know if it’s different cabbage, seasoning,…

    Kimchi
  • The best Korean tofu soup I’ve ever had

    May 14, 2026
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    The best Korean tofu soup I’ve ever had

    I got the snow crab tofu soup, medium spicy, and the broth was incredibly rich. It tasted very different from…

  • Korea’s Q1 Fiscal Deficit Hits 6-Year Low, Fueling Debate Over Surplus Tax Revenue

    May 14, 2026
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    Korea’s Q1 Fiscal Deficit Hits 6-Year Low, Fueling Debate Over Surplus Tax Revenue

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

  • Can you tell when a song was originally written in English and then translated?

    May 14, 2026
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    Maybe this is obvious but I was listening to another genre and I can definitely tell when something has been…

  • Built a K-pop bias ranker that swaps the TierMaker drag-and-drop for head-to-head matchups. Way faster on mobile.

    May 14, 2026
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    Made tier lists for years on TierMaker and a couple of clones. They all have the same problem on a…

    BTS, K-pop, LG
  • Seoul Trip Food Budget

    May 14, 2026
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    Hi! I’m planning a trip to Seoul with my partner and was wondering what budget I should have for food.…

    Seoul
  • Boynextdoor live vocals are literally no joke..

    May 14, 2026
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    Was watching their ddok ddok ddok m countdown performance and I must say, I haven’t seen other idols sing live…

  • 한국 집밥 🙂‍↕️🏡😋

    May 14, 2026
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    한국 집밥 🙂‍↕️🏡😋

    This is Korean home cooking haha. This was a home-cooked meal my mom made when I went back to my…

  • Help me find this idol i saw on simply kpop

    May 14, 2026
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    I saw her on tv on this show called simply kpop, in maybe 2020-2021. She was a solo artist. She…

  • Homemade Korean mayak egg/ drug egg

    May 14, 2026
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    Homemade Korean mayak egg/ drug egg

    submitted by /u/Ok-Spare-1240 [link] [comments]

  • Who needs language when you have awesome body language

    May 14, 2026
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    She got the spice level right. Lol submitted by /u/TrainingMarsupial521 [link] [comments]

  • Homemade Kimbap for a family hike!

    May 14, 2026
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    Homemade Kimbap for a family hike!

    I’m still very new to Reddit and didn’t quite understand how the system worked, so I had to start over…

    family
  • Kimchee jjigae

    May 14, 2026
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    Kimchee jjigae

    submitted by /u/Large-Dorong [link] [comments]

    Jjigae
  • [Poll] 53.3% of Koreans want ruling liberal bloc to win on June 3

    May 14, 2026
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    [Poll] 53.3% of Koreans want ruling liberal bloc to win on June 3

    Over half of Korean voters believe that the ruling party bloc should win in the upcoming local elections on June…

    daegu, Koreans, Survey
  • ‘The people will prevail’: 1980 report by US rights group details massacre in Gwangju

    May 14, 2026
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    ‘The people will prevail’: 1980 report by US rights group details massacre in Gwangju

    A report prepared by an American human rights group after Chun Doo-hwan ordered the brutal suppression of an uprising in…

    Democracy, fail, history, Korean History, Koreans, Military, Seoul
  • Just a random thought about KPop groups not expanding to Europe more

    May 14, 2026
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    I was randomly thinking why are groups with conections towards Europe not using it more and try to target Europe…

    germany
  • What are some kpop theories you whole heartedly believe in ???

    May 14, 2026
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    What are some kpop theories that you fully belive in ??It could be completely unhinged, doesn’t matter??It’s basically like we…

  • Woodz’s Drowning stable success is so impressive

    May 14, 2026
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    The song was released more than 3 years ago and it’s still in the top 10 on YouTube music Korea…

  • How did the term ‘stan’ become associated with kpop specifically?

    May 14, 2026
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    I tried to look it up but a lot of responses were just explaining its origin from eminem’s song and…

  • 2 Chinese nationals sentenced to prison for filming Korean, U.S. air bases

    May 14, 2026
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    2 Chinese nationals sentenced to prison for filming Korean, U.S. air bases

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

  • Financial groups flag risks from gov’t-led ‘inclusive finance’ in US filings

    May 14, 2026
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    Financial groups flag risks from gov’t-led ‘inclusive finance’ in US filings

    Korea’s major financial groups have pointed to the government’s push for easier financial access for low-income borrowers and funding for…

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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