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  • What are the most emotional KPOP songs like “Good Goodbye” and “EYES, NOSE, LIPS”?

    Mar 14, 2026
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    I really enjoyed this song last year: 화사 (HWASA) – Good Goodbye and ten years ago, this song still gives…

  • respectfully engenes need to leave seunghan alone

    Mar 14, 2026
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    They did not give a single fuck or do anything when he was actually kicked out, so bringing up his…

  • JENNIE, Audrey Nuna & LE SSERAFIM Ignite Summer Sonic Osaka & Tokyo 2026

    Mar 14, 2026
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    JENNIE, Audrey Nuna & LE SSERAFIM Ignite Summer Sonic Osaka & Tokyo 2026

    Osaka’s Epic Summer Sonic Beckons K-Pop Icons Photo Credits: CREATIVEMAN PRODUCTION + ODD ATELIER + Source Music Expo ’70 Commemorative…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Subway, Tokyo
  • Korean Sari Gomtang-myeon

    Mar 14, 2026
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    Korean Sari Gomtang-myeon

    It’s a mild, savory instant noodle based on traditional Korean beef bone soup submitted by /u/godok_drinker [link] [comments]

  • Why doesn’t kpop hit like western songs?

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Yes kpop stands for KOREAN pop but when I mean western songs/music I mean like Kpop is never that serious.…

  • Who else likes fried chipmunk?

    Mar 13, 2026
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    submitted by /u/JosephBrown2000 [link] [comments]

  • Which female band do you prefer?: Blackpink vs Babymetal

    Mar 13, 2026
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    View Poll submitted by /u/MaintenanceOne266 [link] [comments]

  • I thought Seoul gas was getting expensive. LA is almost double.

    Mar 13, 2026
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    I thought Seoul gas was getting expensive. LA is almost double.

    How high is it going… https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260314/gas-tops-8-at-some-los-angeles-stations-nearly-double-seoul-prices submitted by /u/Ok_Interview8836 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Tuna sashimi

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Tuna sashimi

    😁 submitted by /u/Lonely_Cup_3243 [link] [comments]

  • We’re getting a survival show for K-Pop fandoms called FANDOM WAR

    Mar 13, 2026
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    This just might be the funniest and messiest survival show we’ve seen. PIXID is a popular youtube channel that makes…

    K-pop
  • 🇰🇷South Korea: From War-Torn Peninsula to Global Technology, Culture, and Innovation Powerhouse Shaping the 21st-Century

    Mar 13, 2026
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    submitted by /u/damtuanquynh [link] [comments]

  • [I ate] Ganjang-gejang at Myeongdong Sejong

    Mar 13, 2026
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    [I ate] Ganjang-gejang at Myeongdong Sejong

    This is one of my most favorite Korean food. There’s something about having it in Korea that makes it special…

    Korean Food, myeongdong
  • Can we talk about the Engenes actually trying to dox Bang PD? This is getting dangerous.

    Mar 13, 2026
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    I just saw an edit calling for sasaengs to get Bang PD with his home address attached. Are we seriously…

  • Immigrants swoop rural county out of population collapse

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Immigrants swoop rural county out of population collapse

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

  • Ex-station chief’s testimony at Itaewon disaster hearing sparks fury from bereaved families – The Korea Times

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Ex-station chief’s testimony at Itaewon disaster hearing sparks fury from bereaved families – The Korea Times

    submitted by /u/azurebus7th [link] [comments]

  • Canned Barley Tea???

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Canned Barley Tea???

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

  • Do you think K-pop feels more “global” than it did a few years ago?

    Mar 13, 2026
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    K-pop has always had international fans, but recently it feels like the industry is becoming even more globally focused. Groups…

    K-pop
  • So.. RIIZE is gonna be headlining for the biggest Hip Hop festival in Korea

    Mar 13, 2026
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    So RIIZE is going to headline RAPBEAT alongside artists like Zico, Jay Park & Lil Moshpit, and KC. RAPBEAT is…

    Mystery
  • Industry minister says fuel price cap system already showing price stabilization effect

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Industry minister says fuel price cap system already showing price stabilization effect

    Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan said Friday the government’s fuel price cap system is already showing signs of stabilizing prices less…

  • From chaebol to NIS agent: Virtual boyfriends in ‘Boyfriend on Demand’

    Mar 13, 2026
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    From chaebol to NIS agent: Virtual boyfriends in ‘Boyfriend on Demand’

    Since its release on March 6, Netflix’s “Boyfriend on Demand,” led by BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, has captured both Korean curiosity and…

    Curiosity, K-drama
  • Lee’s approval rating hits highest level since inauguration: poll

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Lee’s approval rating hits highest level since inauguration: poll

    President Lee Jae Myung’s approval rating climbed to 66 percent, marking its highest level since he took office last June,…

    Survey
  • Indonesian, French presidents to pay state visits to Korea in late March, early April

    Mar 13, 2026
    in News
    Indonesian, French presidents to pay state visits to Korea in late March, early April

    The presidents of Indonesia and France are scheduled to make state visits to Korea and hold summit talks with President…

  • Gov’t rejects Japan’s renewed Dokdo claim, vows firm response

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Gov’t rejects Japan’s renewed Dokdo claim, vows firm response

    The presidential office on Friday rejected Japan’s renewed territorial claim over Dokdo, stressing that no sovereignty dispute exists over Korea’s…

    Japan, Stress, Tokyo
  • USTR launches investigations into S. Korea, 59 other economies over failure to ban forced labor-linked imports

    Mar 13, 2026
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    USTR launches investigations into S. Korea, 59 other economies over failure to ban forced labor-linked imports

    submitted by /u/Disastrous-Star-9451 [link] [comments]

    fail
  • South Korea caps oil prices for first time in decades

    Mar 13, 2026
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    submitted by /u/Movie-Kino [link] [comments]

  • Gov’t rejects Japan’s renewed Dokdo claim, vows firm response

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Gov’t rejects Japan’s renewed Dokdo claim, vows firm response

    submitted by /u/Greatfool19000 [link] [comments]

    Japan
  • KATSEYE’s Glamour Mexico Reign: Chaos Meets Couture

    Mar 13, 2026
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    KATSEYE’s Glamour Mexico Reign: Chaos Meets Couture

    Photo Credits: Glamour México y Latinoamérica + HYBE + Geffen Records KATSEYE graces the March 2026 cover of Glamour México…

    K-pop, KT, LG, Seoul, Stress
  • What I ate for meals in Korea Part 22 🍛

    Mar 13, 2026
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    What I ate for meals in Korea Part 22 🍛

    submitted by /u/Beautiful-Grass-8033 [link] [comments]

  • Spam and Tofu Lo Mein

    Mar 13, 2026
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    Spam and Tofu Lo Mein

    submitted by /u/Primary-Leader-2477 [link] [comments]

  • Dakdoritang

    Mar 12, 2026
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    Dakdoritang

    I like a more reduced broth 😋 submitted by /u/Adorable-Culture8785 [link] [comments]

  • Mayak Eggs 😍 – served a couple w/ rice and kimchi

    Mar 12, 2026
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    Mayak Eggs 😍 – served a couple w/ rice and kimchi

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

    Kimchi
  • As a K-pop fan some K-pop fans are really creepy and obsessive….sometimes

    Mar 12, 2026
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    I’ve been listening to K-pop for about 7 years now and one thing Ive noticed about K-pop is that a…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • ALD1’s Junseo: Montblanc Allure Ignites K-Pop Fire

    Mar 12, 2026
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    ALD1’s Junseo: Montblanc Allure Ignites K-Pop Fire

    Photo Credits: Montblanc + WAKEONE Entertainment + Allure Korea ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1) burst onto the scene as K-pop’s bold…

    K-pop, Koreans, KT, LG, Seoul
  • Why Koreans’ Spice Scale Is Kinda Weird = Shin Ramyun

    Mar 12, 2026
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    Why Koreans’ Spice Scale Is Kinda Weird = Shin Ramyun

    One of the funniest things on my Korea trip was how almost every restaurant menu had a spice level guide……

    Koreans
  • If you liked “THAT’S A NO NO” by ITZY, try listening to-

    Mar 12, 2026
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    some of their other secret bangers, such as: Kiss and Tell is a Brat-core, electronic bop WALK (The performance in…

    Japan, LG, Peace, Stress
  • BLACKPINK’s Missed Comeback opportunity…

    Mar 12, 2026
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    Sometimes I expect too much from YGE executives, but I genuinely think a Burlesque/Moulin Rouge concept would’ve been the BLACKPINK…

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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