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  • B.A.P: The Forgotten Blueprint — Does a Group’s Eventual Commercial Failure Erase Its Influence?

    Aug 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    ​ Before B.A.P’s upcoming 15th anniversary, it is time to ask what they actually left behind Some groups define an…

    BTS, coffee, Controversy, Discussion, fail, history, Japan, K-pop, LG, Question, study
  • worried about tuide vs ourbirthday potential fanwars

    Aug 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    tbh im really worried about ourbirthday and tuide fandoms having fanwars. both are under big labels, debuting 5 days apart,…

    BTS
  • What groups do you religiously hate listen to?

    Aug 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Personally for me its a few groups! Babymonster BTS Katseye,etc… Sometimes ill just be sitting thinking,”Wow,I hate BabyMonster” and then…

    BTS, Suga
  • I got to do something really fun at the bts tx d1 concert

    Aug 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I am incredibly lucky and married into a reaaally nice/wealthy family. They have a suite at the Cowboys stadium, and…

    BTS, family, travel
  • Just went to my first BTS concert and I am blown away

    Aug 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve seen many groups over the last few years but the last time BTS came to my state was yeeaarss…

    BTS
  • I dont understand the BTS / Chris Brown drama

    Aug 16, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    As a BTS fan, I honestly don’t understand why people are shocked that Chris Brown is part of this conversation.…

    BTS, history
  • 10 years ago we got one of the most comforting lyrics of all time

    Aug 15, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    A lot of people associate the music yoongi (suga of bts) releases as agust d to be aggressive but actually…

    BTS, KT, Suga
  • Sumin may be more well-known as a songwriter and producer in the Kpop world, but her new solo album dinnermode is outstanding and needs to be heard

    Aug 15, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The new Sumin album dinnermode is my favorite release of the year so far: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ8v0UJz7ueg I guess she’s more Korean…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Grammys May Reconsider New Asian Pop Award After BTS Withdrawal: ‘Some Artists Feel This Category Isn’t Representing the Music They Create’

    Aug 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Grammys May Reconsider New Asian Pop Award After BTS Withdrawal: ‘Some Artists Feel This Category Isn’t Representing the Music They Create’

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

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  • Bad time to be a Villian and Army… Just venting

    Aug 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I hate that I got the news about Gunil and BTS at the same time, the day before I’m going…

    BTS
  • How come kpop groups don’t have opening acts?

    Aug 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I dont why but its only now that i realized kpop groups specifically the popular ones like bts or skz…

    BTS
  • What are some K-Pop groups that were specifically built around a member?

    Aug 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    For example, SM considered many different lineups of their trainees for SHINee, but the two constants were always Jonghyun and…

    BTS, history, K-pop
  • Do you guys think Rescene will become the biggest group in the world??

    Aug 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Feels like a fever dream seeing how viral they’ve gotten in Korea in just the past few months! I genuinely…

    BTS
  • RM and J-Hope at the Chris Brown/Usher show. Can we talk about the pattern here?

    Aug 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I say this as someone who genuinely enjoys BTS’s music (I was just at two nights in Baltimore). I’m not…

    BTS, history, Japan, Putin, TCL, Tokyo, travel
  • We Don’t Actually Know Our Favorite Idols

    Aug 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I think the recent BTS/Chris Brown discourse is a reminder that we really don’t know our idols or their personal…

    BTS, K-pop
  • bts deserve the backlash the (will) receive

    Aug 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been an army for some time now but with what has been happening this week with BTS, I dont…

    BTS, history
  • Ever wondered what your favorite idol’s Korean Saju (birth element/animal) looks like? I made a tool to check it out!

    Aug 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey everyone! As a fan of K-culture and psychology/zodiac charts, I’ve always found Saju (사주 / Four Pillars of Destiny)…

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  • Korea has a village that “rescued” centuries-old houses from demolition and rebuilt them in one place — and you can sleep in them

    Aug 13, 2026
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    Korea has a village that “rescued” centuries-old houses from demolition and rebuilt them in one place — and you can sleep in them

    Most travelers know about hanok — traditional Korean houses. Jeonju Hanok Village, Bukchon in Seoul, all of that. But there’s…

    BTS, Korean House, Peace, Question, Seoul, Tourism, travel
  • What are your favorite K-pop duos that have a special place in your heart?

    Aug 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The kind of duo that makes you look at them and think, “I wish I had someone like that in…

    BTS, K-pop, LG
  • I love K-pop, however it’s very superficial

    Aug 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I love Blackpink they’ve been my favorite group since 2016, when they debuted. Since then, I’ve started to delve deeper…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • TXT sticks out like a sore thumb in BigHit’s current lineup

    Aug 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    First off, I want to preface this by saying that TXT is my ult group and has been (on and…

    BTS
  • I love that the lore-heavy mv tradition hasn’t completely disappeared

    Aug 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I remember when it was pretty common for k-pop MVs to have some kind of hidden lore or storyline behind…

    BTS, K-pop
  • Pureflow Pt.1 – My thoughts on the album after marinating on it for 80 days

    Aug 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Basically what the title says. I’m not a fearnot, but Le Sserafim are one of the few groups that I…

    BTS
  • Are there any Kpop groups that have fallen off to you in the past decade or so?

    Aug 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    For me there are a ton right now since my Kpop loving era has kinda dimmed a bit since around…

    BTS
  • ‘Silver ARMY’ reshapes BTS fandom

    Aug 8, 2026
    in News
    ‘Silver ARMY’ reshapes BTS fandom

    Vicki Ronn, a professor of English at Friends University and a BTS fan in her 60s, gave her adult son…

    BTS, travel
  • PSA: KPOP is not Korean culture, especially more so if you are a foreigner

    Aug 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    KPOP, K-Dramas, Webtoons, whatnot are not accurate representations of real Korean culture. I know it’s an already heavily discussed issue…

    BTS, Japan, K-drama, K-pop, Koreans, Seoul, Social Media
  • Jin, Reflected: Inside a Portrait of Quiet Power

    Aug 7, 2026
    in Feeds
    Jin, Reflected: Inside a Portrait of Quiet Power

    BTS’s eldest returns to the frame not as a comeback story, but as a study in what stillness can say…

    apology, BTS, Celebrity, Curiosity, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Military, Photography, purpose, study
  • BTS and Grammy Awards

    Aug 5, 2026
    in News
    BTS and Grammy Awards

    The global pop phenomenon BTS recently announced that it will not submit its music for consideration for the 2027 Grammy…

    BTS, K-pop, Protest, Social Media
  • Busan draws 2.4 mil. foreign tourists in 1st half of 2026, driven by BTS

    Aug 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Busan draws 2.4 mil. foreign tourists in 1st half of 2026, driven by BTS

    submitted by /u/No-Advantage-579 [link] [comments]

    BTS, Busan
  • What are b sides you prefer as title tracks than the title tracks we got

    Aug 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Me personally I would still prefer if body to body was the title track than swim in bts arirang album.…

    BTS
  • Kpop songs in where the idols themselves didn’t like?

    Aug 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Which kpop songs do you have in mind in where the idol themselves didn’t even like it as well? This…

    BTS
  • BTS’ rapline really do have an immaculate solo discography

    Aug 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Gotta start this post by saying I’m OT7 all the way, and love loads of songs from each members’ solo…

    BTS, Discussion
  • Jimin’s ‘Who’ hits 2.5 bil. streams on Spotify

    Aug 1, 2026
    in News
    Jimin’s ‘Who’ hits 2.5 bil. streams on Spotify

    BTS member Jimin’s solo track “Who” has officially surpassed 2.5 billion streams on Spotify, his agency said Saturday. Released in…

    BTS
  • BTS’ Jin sells luxury Seoul home for huge profit just before stricter tax rules returned

    Aug 1, 2026
    in News
    BTS’ Jin sells luxury Seoul home for huge profit just before stricter tax rules returned

    BTS member Jin has reportedly earned a massive profit after selling one of his luxury homes in Seoul, with the…

    BTS, Seoul
  • Dino selling out his concert at jamsil indoor

    Aug 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Dino selling out his 3 date a jamsil indoor is kinda something to celebrate because only BIG solo have done…

    BTS
  • people forget kpop idols are still POC’S….

    Jul 31, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So recently there has been a discussion among netizens and locals form the Matt proxy to the GRAMMYS situation and…

    BTS, Discussion, Koreans, netizens
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Latest Korean News

  • Seoul Art Week transforms capital into open-air galleryAugust 27, 2026
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  • Audio snippet of BBC podcast series on Burning Sun – please listen till the end before commenting cause key bits at the very endAugust 27, 2026
  • BabyMonster benefitted a lot from YGE realizing early on that their concepts were no longer trendy.August 27, 2026
  • How is everyone pronouncing “TUIDE”? And is the name helping or hurting.August 27, 2026
  • INSANE parallel I found between RESCENE and BTS, and why people believe they’ll become the GG version of BTSAugust 27, 2026
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  • Give me a K-pop song and I’ll rate it! 🎧August 27, 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