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  • Quick breakfast with leftover soondae and French toast ☕🍞

    Oct 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Quick breakfast with leftover soondae and French toast ☕🍞

    Last night I ordered a full tteokbokki snack set, and there was some soondae left. This morning, I made a…

    coffee
  • Late-night Korean snack set after work 🌶️🍢☕

    Oct 12, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Late-night Korean snack set after work 🌶️🍢☕

    After a long day, I ordered this tteokbokki combo set — spicy rice cakes, assorted fried snacks, and soondae (Korean…

    coffee
  • Korea is truely the final boss of capitalism

    Sep 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I moved into a newly opened apartment complex a few months ago, and right outside there’s a 3 story building…

    coffee
  • Why it is easy for western Artist as compared to Kpop artist to becime a main pop act?

    Sep 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    2022 was Olivia Rodrigo’s yearly, it was her first song Driver’s license that made her an overnight pop sensation followed…

    coffee, driver, fail
  • Rosé Could Elevate Her Music By Investing In Her Voice

    Sep 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Rosé is a talented singer but I think her current vocal technique holds her musical direction back and isn’t ideal…

    coffee, history
  • Redefining Wellness: Baekhyun, Jungwoo, NMIXX, and Riwoo Come Together for Esquire Korea’s October 2025 Issue

    Sep 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Redefining Wellness: Baekhyun, Jungwoo, NMIXX, and Riwoo Come Together for Esquire Korea’s October 2025 Issue

    Photo Credits: KOZ Entertainment. Geffen Records. SM Entertainment. JYP Entertainment The studio was buzzing on the day of Esquire Korea’s…

    coffee, Japan, K-pop, purpose, Stress
  • Do you know Ashley buffet?

    Sep 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Do you know Ashley buffet?

    They have 9,900won afternoon tea buffet. There are good coffee, tea, croffle, cakes and some fruits. submitted by /u/taetaetable [link]…

    coffee
  • Chinese milk tea brand Chagee to enter South Korea through JV

    Aug 31, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Chinese milk tea brand Chagee to enter South Korea through JV

    (File photo downloaded from Chagee’s website) Chagee, one of the largest milk tea brands in China, is set to make…

    coffee, Seoul, Shopping
  • kpop songs that sound like christmas music

    Aug 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    anybody else think some kpop songs sound like christmas music? i don’t know if theres a specific instrument or melodic…

    coffee
  • Korean Coffee Question

    Aug 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I was recently given a packet of Korean coffee blended with powdered dry creamer – and no sugar or artificial…

    coffee, Question, Suga
  • Korean Air to launch premium economy class at lower prices than rivals

    Aug 5, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korean Air to launch premium economy at lower prices than rivals

    Korean Air’s premium economy class (Courtesy of Korean Air) Korean Air Lines Co., South Korea’s top full-service carrier, on Tuesday…

    coffee, travel
  • I love Korean Mix Coffee ☕️

    Jul 29, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    I love Korean Mix Coffee ☕️

    Especially Ice! submitted by /u/stalincapital [link] [comments]

    coffee
  • Vintage coffee vending machines ID

    Jun 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Vintage coffee vending machines ID

    Amazing coffee from here at Kisa in East Village NYC, need help identifying year make and model, any ideas? submitted…

    coffee
  • [Extra Long Legal Drama] TVXQ’s Split: Revisiting and Analyzing the Lawsuit that Changed K-POP & Slave Contracts

    Jun 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Edit: I am trying to fix some quotes, bc for some reason they got messed up after posting! Given the…

    Advice, Blacklist, coffee, Discussion, fail, Fame, family, financial crisis, Japan, K-pop, Military, Parents, purpose, Question, Seoul, Stress, Teenager, Tokyo
  • Jollibee to buy chicken chain Norang Tongdak amid K-food frenzy

    Jun 11, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Jollibee to buy chicken chain Norang Tongdak amid K-food frenzy

    Norang Tongdak’s spicy fried chicken made with traditional Korean chilli peppers. Jollibee Foods Corp., a household name in Southeast Asia’s…

    coffee, Japan, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, Seoul, Survey, Tokyo
  • Why Zara opened a cafe in Seoul: Fashion brands blend coffee and clothes to attract shoppers

    Jun 8, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Why Zara opened a cafe in Seoul: Fashion brands blend coffee and clothes to attract shoppers

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

    coffee, Seoul
  • Someone near me is selling a coffee table made of an a vintage korean door – seems kinda wild, does this look legit?

    Jun 3, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Someone near me is selling a coffee table made of an a vintage korean door – seems kinda wild, does this look legit?

    Sorry if this is the wrong place to post, but it seems like if anyone would know, they’d probably be…

    coffee
  • Larger-portion Korean instant coffee?

    Jun 1, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey all! New to this sub and an avid fan of Korean food, drink and culture here in the U.S.…

    coffee, K-drama, Korean Food, Question
  • Busan emerges as Korea’s coffee capital, fueled by champion baristas and coastal charm

    May 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Busan emerges as Korea’s coffee capital, fueled by champion baristas and coastal charm

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

    Busan, coffee
  • SNU PhD alum takes Seoul coffee culture by storm, founding innovative cafe brand serving coffee made without coffee beans

    May 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    SNU PhD alum takes Seoul coffee culture by storm, founding innovative cafe brand serving coffee made without coffee beans

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

    coffee, Seoul
  • Do you like canned coffee in korea?

    May 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Do you like canned coffee in korea?

    I like it because it’s easy to eat and cheaper than cafe’s coffee. But I heard that some people hate…

    coffee
  • Gift ideas from the US for Korean relatives in Seoul

    May 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m traveling to Korea and will be meeting my relatives (cousins, uncles/aunts, grandma) while I’m there, too. Apparently, I need…

    coffee, family, Seoul, travel
  • When in S. Korea, it’s a ritual: Foreigners make stops at CU, GS25, 7-Eleven

    May 5, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    When in S. Korea, it’s a ritual: Foreigners make stops at CU, GS25, 7-Eleven

    CU at Incheon International Airport “When you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair,”…

    Chinese Tourists, coffee, Japan, K-pop, Korean Food, KT, Lotte, Lotte World, purpose, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media, Tourism, travel
  • How do Koreans drink coffee at night?

    Mar 12, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Is the coffee not as caffeinated? How can you drink coffee at night without it affecting sleep? submitted by /u/alexx716…

    coffee, Koreans
  • ITZY’s Yeji Takes Flight: A Stunning Solo Debut with ‘AIR. (Concept Photos)

    Mar 11, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ITZY’s Yeji Takes Flight: A Stunning Solo Debut with ‘AIR. (Concept Photos)

    ITZY’s Yeji is making waves in the K-pop world with her solo debut, marking a significant milestone in her career…

    coffee, K-pop
  • S.Korea’s bagel sensation London Bagel attracts multiple foreign investors

    Feb 9, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    S.Korea’s bagel sensation London Bagel attracts multiple foreign investors

    London Bagel Museum bgels and sandwiches  London Bagel Museum, which has ignited a bagel fad in South Korea, has drawn…

    coffee, Global Expansion, Japan, Jeju, Korean Food, Parents, Seoul
  • I’m falling in love with TWICE yet again.

    Feb 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Over the last 6 years of being a TWICE fan I have noticed a pattern… Every 6-9 months or so…

    coffee
  • You’re selling WHAT, Compose Coffee?!

    Jan 29, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    You’re selling WHAT, Compose Coffee?!

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

    coffee
  • 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
  • Paris Baguette partners with Tottenham Hotspur

    Jan 8, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Paris Baguette partners with Tottenham Hotspur

    Hur Jin-soo, CEO of Paris Baguette (left) and Ryan Norys, CRO of Tottenham Hotspur  South Korean bakery brand Paris Baguette,…

    coffee, Social Media, Son Heung-min
  • Short Stuff 43 : Mimikeys, Room In The Elephant, Asian Glow, Coffeecats, Hwanho, ASPD, Shin Jikseon

    Jan 8, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Catching up on the end of 2024, Short Stuff 43 is a leaner set of new singles from new and…

    coffee
  • T.P.O coffee at Korean town is closed?

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Community

    I’ve been loving this place’s injeolmi latte and how wonderful they are to open late night but after we came…

    coffee, travel
  • After IU, NewJeans, and other celebrities bought coffee and food for the protestors on Dec 14, alt-right Yoon supporters reported them to the CIA for being”Anti-American”, asking the CIA to block entry into the US

    Dec 19, 2024
    in Community
    After IU, NewJeans, and other celebrities bought coffee and food for the protestors on Dec 14, alt-right Yoon supporters reported them to the CIA for being”Anti-American”, asking the CIA to block entry into the US

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

    coffee, Protest
  • Thread of pre-ordered free coffee/tea for people attending the protest tomorrow

    Dec 6, 2024
    in Community
    Thread of pre-ordered free coffee/tea for people attending the protest tomorrow

    I saw this thread listing all the tweets of people pre-ordering hot coffee and tea for protestors tomorrow. It requires…

    coffee, Protest
  • If you could ask any kpop artist 3 questions, what would they be?

    Dec 6, 2024
    in Community

    You win a chance to sit down with any kpop artist and have a non-creepy chat over coffee/food/whatever you wish.…

    coffee, Question
  • Short Stuff 37 : Born In March, BrokenTeeth, beejoo, Namul, Confined White, To More Raw, Ryu Isu, sooth, Moments yumi, Moth, Siimoya

    Oct 29, 2024
    in Entertainment

    Born In March : Uninvited Greeting “Uninvited Greeting” is a comfortable mellow rock song. Born in March has a unique…

    coffee, LG
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Latest Korean News

  • Korean specialty alloy makers SeAH, Poongsan set to ride defense, space industry boomOctober 17, 2025
    SeAH is a leading Korean specialty alloy maker South Korea’s… Read more: Korean specialty alloy makers SeAH, Poongsan set to ride defense, space industry boom
  • Seoul, Washington in ‘last-mile’ trade talks; US seen softening on up-front payment demandOctober 17, 2025
    Korean Finance Minister Koo Yoon-cheol (right) meets with US Treasury… Read more: Seoul, Washington in ‘last-mile’ trade talks; US seen softening on up-front payment demand
  • K-wave tourist shopping spree fuels South Korean retailersOctober 17, 2025
    KPop Demon Hunters-themed GS25 convenience store in Seoul  South Korean… Read more: K-wave tourist shopping spree fuels South Korean retailers
  • US denounces China’s sanctions on Hanwha Ocean’s US armsOctober 17, 2025
    Hanwha Ocean acquired Philadephia-based Philly Shipyard, rebranded as Hanwha Philly… Read more: US denounces China’s sanctions on Hanwha Ocean’s US arms
  • Samsung to invest $110 mn in Grail to bring early-cancer test to AsiaOctober 17, 2025
    The Galleri® test (Screen captured from Grail website) Samsung Electronics… Read more: Samsung to invest $110 mn in Grail to bring early-cancer test to Asia

Latest Community Feeds

  • American College Students Try Korean Snacks for the First TimeOctober 18, 2025
  • Gov. Kemp of Georgia should address Korea’s collective sense of betrayalOctober 18, 2025
  • Seoul ThoughtsOctober 18, 2025
  • Where did all the beards go? Korean men’s style and the fall of facial hair.October 18, 2025
  • Okay to give Coupang gift card?October 18, 2025
  • Have you ever interacted with an idol before they became famous?October 18, 2025
  • Demand For Java Software Developers in Korea?October 18, 2025
  • Do I need an ETA for a connecting flight?October 18, 2025
  • Movie theaters in SeoulOctober 18, 2025
  • Would a K-Pop specific social media app actually work?October 18, 2025
  • 64 nationals detained in Cambodia over alleged online scams return home, face probesOctober 18, 2025
  • Korea’s ‘top-tier visa’ program falling short of expections — only 3 recipients since launchOctober 18, 2025
  • Bon gousse rice buger(bap urger)October 18, 2025
  • Hearts2Hearts would have benefited from an “ugly” member.October 18, 2025
  • Comfort in a bowl — Korean chicken feet stewOctober 18, 2025
  • Whenever I’m too exhausted to cook — stir fried meat and kimchi come in clutch every timeOctober 18, 2025
  • Give Me your Top 5 Boy and Girl Groups and Your Biases and Favorite Songs for Each!October 18, 2025
  • Chinese national nabbed after disappearing from Incheon chicken and beer festival, but five others still at largeOctober 17, 2025
  • South Korean Scam Suspects in Cambodia Fear Return, PunishmentOctober 17, 2025
  • Why do itzy’s songs always differ from the teasers?October 17, 2025

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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