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  • Korean Gochujang Aehobak Ramyun

    May 16, 2026
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    Korean Gochujang Aehobak Ramyun

    This is a spicy noodle soup made with Korean chili paste (gochujang) and zucchini submitted by /u/godok_drinker [link] [comments]

  • Sundae-bokkeum

    May 16, 2026
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    Sundae-bokkeum

    Got some sundae the other day to try for the first time so stir-fried up some veggies, tossed it in…

  • What streaming service offers the most interesting concert movie selection?

    May 16, 2026
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    I’ve had intermittent subscriptions to Quello and a few others to watch some concerts, is there a better streaming service…

  • Viral Bread Taxi turns Daejeon into Korea’s bakery pilgrimage capital

    May 16, 2026
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    Viral Bread Taxi turns Daejeon into Korea’s bakery pilgrimage capital

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

    Daejeon, LG
  • Delicious fried chicken

    May 15, 2026
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    Delicious fried chicken

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

  • How do companies get away with using copyrighted sound effects in variety content?

    May 15, 2026
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    Like the Mario coin sound or the Sonic ring sound among other famous video game sfx. Did they have to…

  • Japan’s Self-Critical Left vs Korea’s Patriotic Left

    May 15, 2026
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    I’m asking this as a Japanese person. This is something I’ve felt for a long time, and it’s about the…

    Japan, Military, Social Media
  • Korea’s Robotis debuts integrated humanoid to challenge China’s lead

    May 15, 2026
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    Korea’s Robotis debuts integrated humanoid to challenge China’s lead

    Here’s the link to the article, since links sometimes don’t work on Reddit’s mobile version when thumbnails are GIFs: https://biz.chosun.com/en/en-industry/2026/04/20/EHMQA724AVAB3JQ636Y7WVEF4U/…

  • Mold on fishcake (possible ciguatera)?

    May 15, 2026
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    Mold on fishcake (possible ciguatera)?

    Does anyone know if you can get ciguatera from fishcakes for eomuktang? I got sick after getting this as takeout…

    KT
  • Krafton doubles employee births with parental leave and 100m-won bonus in Korea

    May 15, 2026
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    Krafton doubles employee births with parental leave and 100m-won bonus in Korea

    Summary South Korean game developer Krafton has seen its internal corporate birth rate more than double after implementing aggressive cash…

    Childbirth Incentive, Seoul, study
  • Thoughts on Kpop fanfiction or roleplaying with group members?

    May 15, 2026
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    I used to be way more into kpop when I was younger, and I recently started getting more into it.…

  • Look I’ll probably get dragged, but hear me out: Mexikorean tacos.

    May 15, 2026
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    Look I’ll probably get dragged, but hear me out: Mexikorean tacos.

    Blended kimchi into the al pastor‘s sauce and also included ssamjang and gochujang. The pineapple salsa also has gochujang, and…

    Kimchi
  • TXT wasting their talent and losing their uniqueness?

    May 15, 2026
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    TXT can pull off literally any concept like SRR vs Frost but they’re not rookies anymore, and their lore is…

    KT
  • I just realized Arirang grew a lot on me

    May 15, 2026
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    Honestly when Arirang released I was little confused about the album and it’s marketing. I found it difficult to connect…

    BTS, Korean Food
  • When did so many groups start singing live on music shows?

    May 15, 2026
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    I watched Music Bank in full for the first time in a long time (mainly for Billlie), and I was…

    KT
  • I’m getting tired of going into discussions in good faith when the other person in the discussion is not, does anyone else feel the same?

    May 15, 2026
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    As we all know there are a lot of people that love making fun of the kpop community. There are…

    Discussion, Perspectives, Question, Stress
  • One Hundred lied to a messaging app company that fromis_9 was joining their agency and got sued for it.

    May 15, 2026
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    Welcome to the arguably second most shocking fromis_9-related news this week. One Hundred’s CEO (Cha Gawon) has been sued for…

  • Crispy Korean Chicken

    May 15, 2026
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    Crispy Korean Chicken

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

  • A must when visiting Jeju Island- Bomal Kalguksu

    May 15, 2026
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    A must when visiting Jeju Island- Bomal Kalguksu

    With special guest haemul pajeon! submitted by /u/PunchyWunchySupreme [link] [comments]

    Jeju, LG
  • Tracking the “minimalist chorus” trend in kpop?

    May 15, 2026
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    Lately there seems to have been a number of songs where the chorus or whatever plays that role is reduced…

    BTS
  • I built a Korean Wordle for K-pop/K-drama fans (free)

    May 15, 2026
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    Hi everyone! I’m Korean and I built a daily word game called Hangle (Hangul + Wordle). Each day you guess…

    K-drama, K-pop
  • Chef Kim Restaurant in Malang serves delicious Korean-style food

    May 15, 2026
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    Chef Kim Restaurant in Malang serves delicious Korean-style food

    submitted by /u/AmbitiousChard7723 [link] [comments]

  • kpop is becoming less about the music and more about rankings

    May 15, 2026
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    i feel like since bts HUGE AND WELL DESERVED SUCCESS might i say that people are so obsessed with their…

    BTS, Question
  • Beef Bibibmap at Koco Table

    May 15, 2026
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    Beef Bibibmap at Koco Table

    submitted by /u/AcrobaticBear900 [link] [comments]

  • BIBI in Full Bloom: Rewriting Pop on Her Own Terms

    May 15, 2026
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    BIBI in Full Bloom: Rewriting Pop on Her Own Terms

    The Cover That Feels Like a Turning Point There’s a specific kind of stillness in BIBI’s Cosmopolitan Korea x Rieti…

    Curiosity, Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Social Media, study, Tokyo, Warning
  • Anderson Paak is dropping the soundtrack album for his movie K-POPS! with songs featuring aespa, G-DRAGON, Chung Ha, DEAN, ATEEZ HongJoong, JO1, Jay Park, SVT Joshua, NMIXX, CRUSH and i-dle Soyeon. Omg he got everyone thats a crazy lineup😆

    May 15, 2026
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    Im excited to listen to the album as someone that has always loved Anderson it is so cool to see…

    K-pop
  • [ Removed by Reddit ]

    May 15, 2026
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    [ Removed by Reddit on account of violating the content policy. ] submitted by /u/Just_Ganache_6157 [link] [comments]

  • Creator behind spicy Buldak ramyeon promoted to chairman of Samyang Foods

    May 15, 2026
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    Creator behind spicy Buldak ramyeon promoted to chairman of Samyang Foods

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

    Samyang
  • Its just my ear or is it really similar?

    May 15, 2026
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    Its me by illit and knife phonk by sunghoon has BIG SIMILARITY IN SOUND? LIKE after the its me part…

  • Native Teachers’ Union Seminar in Daejeon

    May 15, 2026
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    Native Teachers’ Union Seminar in Daejeon

    The Native Teachers’ Union will be hosting a seminar in Daejeon at the KCTU HQ on June 20th from 2-4…

    Daejeon, Discrimination, Discussion, Foreign Workers, Perspectives
  • Has anyone listened to the new songs by In A Minute yet?

    May 15, 2026
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    So I found this group a while ago and realised they have released more music, and it’s amazing, once again.…

  • I made steamed eggs🍲

    May 15, 2026
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    I made steamed eggs🍲

    submitted by /u/kmg9928 [link] [comments]

  • Fitch analyst warns SME borrower risks biggest threat to Korean banks

    May 15, 2026
    in News
    Fitch analyst warns SME borrower risks biggest threat to Korean banks

    Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and self-employed borrowers, whose repayment capacity may weaken under prolonged economic pressure stemming from the…

    Seoul
  • Korean farm tech finds growing market in Uzbekistan

    May 15, 2026
    in News
    Korean farm tech finds growing market in Uzbekistan

    Korea moved to deepen agricultural ties with Uzbekistan this week, advancing exports of Korean dairy breeding technology and expanding cooperation…

  • Hana Financial steps up digital asset push with Dunamu stake acquisition

    May 15, 2026
    in News
    Hana Financial steps up digital asset push with Dunamu stake acquisition

    Hana Financial Group has expanded its strategic partnership with Dunamu after acquiring a 6.55 percent stake in the digital asset…

    Kakao
  • Korean student accused of assaulting teacher for 20 minutes, throwing chair

    May 15, 2026
    in News
    Korean student accused of assaulting teacher for 20 minutes, throwing chair

    Education authorities in Jeju are investigating an incident where an elementary school student allegedly assaulted a teacher for about 20…

    Jeju, request
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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