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  • March 1st, 1946 parade in Busan. Photo by Treva Edgerton, UNRRA

    Mar 1, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    March 1st, 1946 parade in Busan. Photo by Treva Edgerton, UNRRA

    submitted by /u/jeeper46 [link] [comments]

    Busan
  • Dongkuk to file anti-dumping petition vs Chinese color steel imports

    Feb 27, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Dongkuk to file anti-dumping petition vs Chinese color steel imports

    Dongkuk CM’s employees inspect color-coated steel sheets at the company’s steek mill in Busan, South Korea Dongkuk Coated Metal Co.…

    Busan, Seoul
  • Bank of Korea cuts rates, growth forecast on Trump tariff policy

    Feb 25, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Bank of Korea cuts rates, growth forecast on Trump tariff policy

    Bank of Korea Governor Rhee Chang-yong speaks to the press on Feb. 25, 2025, after the central bank cuts interest…

    Busan, Donald Trump, Hyundai, Kia, Lawmakers, martial law, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Stress
  • Best SIM Card Option for 4 Months in Busan? 📱🇰🇷

    Feb 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey everyone, I’m flying to Busan on March 1st for my exchange semester and will be staying for 4 months.…

    Busan
  • Lotte Chemical nears offloading Pakistani unit as part of restructuring

    Feb 17, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Lotte Chemical nears offloading Pakistani unit as part of restructuring

    Lotte Chemical Pakistan Ltd.’s plant and employees (Courtesy of LCPL) Lotte Group, South Korea’s sixth-largest conglomerate, is speeding up its…

    Affinity, BTS, Busan, Lotte, Lotte World
  • The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City

    Feb 7, 2025
    in History
    The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City

    Ancient Beginnings: The Founding of Busan Busan, known as the second largest metropolitan city in South Korea, has a rich…

    Baekje, Busan, Goguryeo, Goryeo, historical tours, history, Japan, Joseon, Korean History, Korean War, Military, Silla, Three Kingdom, Tourism
  • LX Patos enters US intermodal logistics market with Japan’s ONE

    Feb 5, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    LX Patos enters US intermodal logistics market with Japan’s ONE

    Boxlinks’ logo (Courtesy of LX Pantos)  LX Pantos Co., South Korea’s largest logistics company under LX International Corp., has advanced…

    Busan, Japan
  • South Korea’s alternative data pioneer KED Aicel in full force

    Feb 3, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    South Korea’s alternative data pioneer KED Aicel in full force

    South Korea’s leading alternative data service provider Hankyung Aicel Inc. is poised to transform companies’ and investors’ business and investment…

    Busan, Deloitte, Seoul, Social Media, Survey
  • Korea’s exports snap 15-month gains in Jan despite higher chip sales

    Feb 2, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korea’s exports snap 15-month gains in Jan despite higher chip sales

    Container terminals at the Port of Busan, South Korea (File photo by Hyuk Choi) South Korea’s exports dropped in January…

    Busan, Donald Trump, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Why is RUN BTS (the 2022 song) so different in it’s studio version and it’s live version?

    Jan 31, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This has bugged me for almost 3 years now but run bts studio is so… empty. The dance practice version…

    BTS, Busan
  • K-pop Star Jo Yuri Dazzles in W Korea’s February 2025 Pictorial Preview

    Jan 22, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-pop Star Jo Yuri Dazzles in W Korea’s February 2025 Pictorial Preview

    Jo Yuri, the vibrant 23-year-old South Korean singer and actress, continues to captivate fans with her multifaceted talent and rising…

    Busan, K-pop
  • Amazing artwork

    Jan 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m an animator just back from a wonderful trip to Seoul and Busan. While I’ve been to Japan four times…

    Animator, Busan, coffee, Japan, Seoul
  • SK, Lotte’s restructuring to drive Korea’s M&A market in 2025

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    SK, Lotte’s restructuring to drive Korea’s M&A market in 2025

    (Courtesy of Getty Images) SK and Lotte groups remain the focus for South Korean dealmakers as the two conglomerates are…

    Busan, LG, LG CNS, Lotte, Military, Ourhome, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Stress, Survey
  • How STIC Investments’ bet on animal fat processor DK O&T pays off

    Jan 17, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    How STIC Investments’ bet on animal fat processor DK O&T pays off

    (Screenshot captured from DK O&T’s website) In South Korea, businesses handling livestock by-products had no investor appeal. They were generally…

    Busan, Korea Development, KT
  • First time making Bulgogi Kimbap (불고기 김밥)

    Jan 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    First time making Bulgogi Kimbap (불고기 김밥)

    Been craving Korean food since returning home from living abroad. Definitely going to try making more delicious meals. Next challenge…

    Busan, Korean Food, LG
  • Stray Kids’ I.N Graces Marie Claire Korea Cover in a collaboration with luxury fashion brand Bottega Veneta

    Jan 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Stray Kids’ I.N Graces Marie Claire Korea Cover in a collaboration with luxury fashion brand Bottega Veneta

    Yang Jeongin, better known as I.N from the popular K-pop group Stray Kids, has once again captured the hearts of…

    Busan, Celebrity, K-pop
  • Digital Art Tourism

    Jan 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m heading to South Korea in 4 days, and I plan to visit Seoul and Busan. Could you recommend any…

    Busan, Seoul, Tourism
  • Foreign direct investments in Korea hit a record $34.57 billion in 2024

    Jan 7, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Foreign direct investments in Korea hit a record $34.57 billion in 2024

    Foreign investment commitments to Korea rise for the fourth consecutive year Foreign direct investments in South Korea hit a record…

    Busan, Japan
  • trying to book a ticket for Busan beach train on “tbluelinepark . com” – but i cant seem to pay? how do i fix this?

    Jan 2, 2025
    in Community
    trying to book a ticket for Busan beach train on “tbluelinepark . com” – but i cant seem to pay? how do i fix this?

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

    Busan
  • Korea sharply cuts 2025 growth forecast, opens door for extra budget

    Jan 2, 2025
    in News
    Korea sharply cuts 2025 growth forecast, opens door for extra budget

    Protesters (left) urge to oust South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, while Yoon’s supporters oppose his impeachment in Seoul on…

    Busan, Donald Trump, martial law, Protest, Seoul
  • This seafood grill in Busan

    Jan 2, 2025
    in Community
    This seafood grill in Busan

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

    Busan
  • K-food, fashion, beauty to up ante on global push in 2025

    Dec 31, 2024
    in News
    K-food, fashion, beauty to up ante on global push in 2025

    Bibigo store  South Korean food, beauty and fashion companies, which have enjoyed robust demand for their products in overseas markets…

    Busan, CJ Cheiljedang, Donald Trump, Global Expansion, Japan, Korean Food, Samyang, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Busan or Pusan

    Dec 30, 2024
    in Community

    Some say “B”usan while some say Pusan submitted by /u/No_Classroom_4719 [link] [comments]

    Busan
  • South Korea jumps to world’s No. 6 exporter; 2025 outlook dims

    Dec 29, 2024
    in News
    South Korea jumps to world’s No. 6 exporter; 2025 outlook dims

    Busan port  South Korea has significantly narrowed the gap in export value with Japan to a record low of $20.2…

    Busan, Donald Trump, history, Japan, Korean Semiconductor, martial law, Seoul
  • Suggestion for a hotel in Seoul just for 1 night while I wait for my flight

    Dec 26, 2024
    in Community

    I’m travelling to Busan for business and after my job I will arrive 17/01/25 and catch a flight 18/01/25 in…

    Busan, Seoul, Shopping, travel
  • Maternity Shopping in Korea

    Dec 26, 2024
    in Community

    I will be flying to Korea shortly to visit my husband’s side of the family for around six weeks. I…

    Busan, daegu, family, Naver, Shopping
  • Is there an English language meetup in busan?

    Dec 24, 2024
    in Community

    As per title, does anyone know of any language exchanges or meetups available in busan? submitted by /u/kaimaho [link] [comments]

    Busan
  • Busan Nightlife as a foreigner?

    Dec 16, 2024
    in Community

    I was in Seoul and loved the nightlife, hongdae as a District with many clubs that have free entry, no…

    Busan, Seoul
  • What are all the regions of South Korea?

    Dec 11, 2024
    in Community

    I’ve tried to make a list of all the regions of Korea. I know that some of the biggest cities…

    Busan, Jeju, Question, Seoul, travel
  • Korea’s LX Pantos IPO to be delayed as Mirae Asset sells stake

    Dec 9, 2024
    in News
    Korea’s LX Pantos IPO to be delayed as Mirae Asset sells stake

    LX Pantos’ logistics center in Busan, South Korea’s top port city (File photo by LX Pantos) South Korea’s leading brokerage…

    Busan, LG
  • Hong Kong-based PEF Affinity Equity to acquire control of Lotte Rental

    Dec 6, 2024
    in News
    Hong Kong-based PEF Affinity Equity to acquire control of Lotte Rental

    Lotte Rental is Korea’s No. 1 car rental and leasing firm Affinity Equity Partners, a Hong Kong-based investment firm, will…

    Affinity, Busan, Jeju, KT, Lotte
  • Korean traditional soup! Try this.

    Dec 5, 2024
    in Community
    Korean traditional soup! Try this.

    This is called Dwaeji Gukbap (Pork and rice soup). Very famous soup in Busan Korea. submitted by /u/Luxuryjindo [link] [comments]

    Busan, Pork
  • Korea’s LCCs to counter headwinds with exclusive routes, lower fares

    Dec 2, 2024
    in News
    Korea’s LCCs to counter headwinds with exclusive routes, lower fares

    Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul (File photo) South Korea’s budget airlines are geared up to weather the sector’s downturn…

    Busan, Japan, Jeju, Seoul, travel
  • Korea’s export growth at 14-month low, adds to BOK rate cut views

    Dec 1, 2024
    in News
    Korea’s export growth at 14-month low, adds to BOK rate cut views

    Container terminals at the Port of Busan, South Korea (File photo by Yonhap) South Korea’s export growth fell to a…

    Busan, Hyundai, Kia, Seoul, Shopping, Survey
  • Korean Air-Asiana merger to spur M&A among budget carriers

    Nov 29, 2024
    in News
    Korean Air-Asiana merger to spur M&A among budget carriers

    Gimpo International Airport in Seoul (File photo) Korean Air Lines Co.’s prospective acquisition of Asiana Airlines Inc. is expected to…

    Busan, Jeju, Seoul
  • Korean Air gets EU approval for Asiana merger

    Nov 29, 2024
    in News
    Korean Air gets EU approval for Asiana merger

    The European Commission (EC), the European Union (EU) antitrust body, approved the merger between Korean Air Lines Co. and Asiana…

    Busan, germany, Japan, Justice, Seoul
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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