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  • Katseye: The World’s Coolest Girl Group Takes the NYLON 2026 Music Issue into the Desert

    Apr 8, 2026
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    Katseye: The World’s Coolest Girl Group Takes the NYLON 2026 Music Issue into the Desert

    Photo Credits: NYLON + HYBE + Geffen Records + Lacoste clothing + BOSS + Cou Cou + Moschino + Intimissimi…

    family, Japan, K-pop, Kia, KT, Seoul, Social Media
  • Seoul expands free health screenings for marriage migrants

    Apr 7, 2026
    in News
    Seoul expands free health screenings for marriage migrants

    Seoul is broadening its health support program for marriage migrants, reaching more foreign residents with expanded services including post-screening interpretation…

    family, Medical, Seoul
  • Japanese national detained in Iran in January released on bail

    Apr 7, 2026
    in News
    Japanese national detained in Iran in January released on bail

    TOKYO — A Japanese national detained in Iran has been released on bail, Japan’s top government spokesperson said on Tuesday.…

    family, Japan, Tokyo
  • Using seawood soaking liquid

    Mar 31, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m making miyeok-muchim (sweet & sour seaweed salad) and wondered if I could use the soaking liquid from the seaweed…

    family, Jjigae
  • Best Korean Snacks (preferably sweet) and instant food

    Mar 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    hihi everyone! first time in korea and i wna make sure i dont miss out on all the yummy food…

    family
  • A recent ‘jokbo’ forum

    Mar 22, 2026
    in News
    A recent ‘jokbo’ forum

    I wrote a column for the Nov. 13 edition of The Korea Times titled “Korea’s new jokbo” in which I…

    Discussion, family, history
  • Father and 4 children found dead in Ulsan, hamburgers were their last meal

    Mar 21, 2026
    in News
    Father and 4 children found dead in Ulsan, hamburgers were their last meal

    Outside the apartment, behind police tape, a young child’s bicycle was left alone at the entrance. “Not long ago, I…

    family
  • “All you have to do is sing into some machine. They say they are recording our songs to leave for future generations.” The most thorough description I saw about the 7 Korean Howard students referenced by BTS Arirang. The site owner digitized the cylinders. “What is your love song?” references them.

    Mar 20, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Note: Quotes Google translated. The site is old, marked as insecure by Chrome, and you’ll have to zoom in the…

    BTS, family, Joseon, travel
  • Some thoughts about Hybe groups’ fandoms

    Mar 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Disclaimer: I’m not a fan of all Hybe groups, just some. My opinion of the groups i’m not fan of…

    family
  • AHOF’s Steven & JL: Game Changers Ignite Y Magazine

    Mar 17, 2026
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    AHOF’s Steven & JL: Game Changers Ignite Y Magazine

    Photo Credits: Y Magazine + F&F Entertainment AHOF’s Steven and JL shatter expectations in Y Magazine Issue No. 20, their…

    family, K-pop, Stress, Tokyo
  • Why did Jeju soccer fans hold anti-racism placards before match?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Why did Jeju soccer fans hold anti-racism placards before match?

    Racial slurs targeting a player for Jeju SK FC have prompted the club’s supporters to launch an anti-racism campaign and…

    Crime, family, Jeju, Seoul, Social Media
  • Should I go to an artms concert in august?

    Mar 16, 2026
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    Hello !! As the title suggests, there is an ARTMS concert on the first of August in my country (not…

    family, Parents
  • From ‘sampo’ to ‘jamsimanyo’

    Mar 15, 2026
    in News
    From ‘sampo’ to ‘jamsimanyo’

    Recently, I’ve learned more about the plight of Korea’s “sampo” generation. Sampo refers to those young adults who have forgone…

    birthrate, family, Seoul
  • You do not know your favorite celebrity!

    Mar 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m always baffled whenever I see fans confidently say “You don’t know my fave like I do. You’re not a…

    Celebrity, family
  • New Korean restaurant – white flower gift

    Mar 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello to the wonderful people here. I went to a soft opening of a Korean restaurant over the weekend –…

    Advice, Curiosity, family, Korean Food, Question
  • Listed companies move to secure management-friendly directors ahead of revised corporate act

    Mar 9, 2026
    in News
    Listed companies move to secure management-friendly directors ahead of revised corporate act

    Multiple publicly traded companies appear to be leveraging upcoming general meetings to secure management-friendly outside directors before tougher board accountability…

    family
  • Lowkey overwhelmed by KBBQ choices in Seoul… where do locals actually go?

    Mar 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been living in Seoul for a while now (work brought me here), and I’m kind of embarrassed to admit…

    family, LG, Naver, Seoul, travel
  • In your opinion, what are the best cross-label idol collabs/features?

    Mar 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Basically the title! What are the best (in your opinion) collaborations or features between IDOLS from different companies/labels? To clarify,…

    family
  • This is what Korean family dinner looks like

    Mar 1, 2026
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    This is what Korean family dinner looks like

    Born and lived in Korea Korean. I am trying to lose some fat. But I also want to eat every…

    family
  • Samsung family celebrates son’s admission to Korea’s top university

    Feb 27, 2026
    in News
    Samsung family celebrates son’s admission to Korea’s top university

    Hotel Shilla CEO Lee Boo-jin attended the Seoul National University (SNU) entrance ceremony on Feb. 26 to celebrate the admission…

    family, history, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul
  • ‘Before We Knew’: Kim Sae-ron’s last film captures familiar love, if imperfectly

    Feb 25, 2026
    in News
    ‘Before We Knew’: Kim Sae-ron’s last film captures familiar love, if imperfectly

    The coming-of-age film “Before We Knew” centers on two childhood friends who go through emotional shifts and awkward stumbles of…

    family
  • Protein pairing/meal suggestions with green leaf kimchi?

    Feb 24, 2026
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    Protein pairing/meal suggestions with green leaf kimchi?

    The whole family just got over the stomach flu and are now hungry and want meat like the carnivores they…

    family, Kimchi, Pork
  • Family estrangement

    Feb 24, 2026
    in News
    Family estrangement

    Family estrangement is the intentional reduction or complete end of contact between relatives. It usually happens because of real or…

    family
  • An Open Letter To XG (From The ALPHAZ Community)

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Taken From The XGALX Reddit. Original Poster: ALPHAZ_sammysee2373 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To our beloved XG — Jurin, Chisa, Cocona, Hinata, Maya, Juria,…

    family
  • CNBLUE – The Light That Never Fades: Cosmopolitan Shine, March 2026

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Feeds
    CNBLUE – The Light That Never Fades: Cosmopolitan Shine, March 2026

    Photo Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea FNC Enterttainment The Radiance of Reinvention When CNBLUE steps into the frame of Cosmopolitan Korea’s March 2026…

    Fame, family, Japan, K-pop, LG, Peace, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Hyochangwon (효창원; now Hyochang Park 효창공원), the site of several tombs of royal family members of the Joseon period, was turned into Korea’s first golf course by the Japanese Empire in 1921. The graves of the royal family were left on the golf course. [2334×1714]

    Feb 22, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Hyochangwon (효창원; now Hyochang Park 효창공원), the site of several tombs of royal family members of the Joseon period, was turned into Korea’s first golf course by the Japanese Empire in 1921. The graves of the royal family were left on the golf course. [2334×1714]

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

    family, Japan, Joseon
  • From lobster to Norse god: How Korean weapons get new names abroad

    Feb 17, 2026
    in News
    From lobster to Norse god: How Korean weapons get new names abroad

    Korean weapons systems are often sold overseas under different names, reflecting localization efforts and industrial partnerships with purchasing nations. A…

    family, Hyundai
  • Sleep-deprived Koreans oversleep on holidays — experts warn

    Feb 17, 2026
    in News
    Sleep-deprived Koreans oversleep on holidays — experts warn

    After the excitement of reunions fades, many Koreans report fatigue during the Lunar New Year holiday due to long travel…

    family, Koreans, Stress, travel
  • Happy Lunar New Year! -ddeok guk and more

    Feb 16, 2026
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    Happy Lunar New Year! -ddeok guk and more

    Happy Lunar New Year everyone! My family had an early new year’s luncheon. My amazing mom made ddeok mandu guk…

    family, Kimchi
  • Jungkook’s Hublot Era: THE NEIGHBOR March 2026 Cover Star 

    Feb 14, 2026
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    Jungkook’s Hublot Era: THE NEIGHBOR March 2026 Cover Star 

    Photo Credits: The NEIGHBOR. Hublot. BigHit Music Jungkook of BTS graces the March 2026 issue of The NEIGHBOR, South Korea’s premier…

    BTS, family, Gen Z, K-pop, Military, Seoul
  • Eunjung’s Pomellato Bride Glow: T-ara Star’s Marie Claire Wedding Milestone Magic

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Feeds
    Eunjung’s Pomellato Bride Glow: T-ara Star’s Marie Claire Wedding Milestone Magic

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Mask Studio Likey Entertainment Pomellato “From T-ara’s trailblazing leader to Pomellato’s radiant bride—Eunjung redefines forever…

    BTS, coffee, Fame, family, K-pop, netizens, Seoul
  • Drinks I prepared for Lunar New Year

    Feb 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Drinks I prepared for Lunar New Year

    Next week is Lunar New Year, and since I have a big family gathering coming up, I decided to prepare…

    fail, family, Samyang, Soju, Suga
  • Jeonbokjuk (abalone porridge)

    Feb 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Jeonbokjuk (abalone porridge)

    Dinner tonight is a rich, savory abalone porridge. I managed to snag some big abalones at a great price. I…

    family
  • K-Pop Stars Ignite ‘Romeo & Juliette’ Musical: Epic Cast Revealed!

    Feb 10, 2026
    in Feeds
    K-Pop Stars Ignite ‘Romeo & Juliette’ Musical: Epic Cast Revealed!

    This story dives into the star-studded cast of the French musical Romeo & Juliette, hitting KEPCO Arts Center from March 24…

    family, Japan, K-pop, LG, Peace
  • How the Korean film ‘Broker’ makes room for the reality of black market baby adoptions, family-making and intergenerational justice.

    Feb 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    How the Korean film ‘Broker’ makes room for the reality of black market baby adoptions, family-making and intergenerational justice.

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

    family, Justice
  • First time visiting Korea

    Feb 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello all! My family and I will be spending Spring Break in Seoul and plans to be there for 7…

    family, Seoul
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Latest Korean News

  • Uzbek capital to host World Taekwondo Junior ChampionshipsApril 9, 2026
    TASHKENT, Uzbekistan — Young taekwondo athletes will face one another… Read more: Uzbek capital to host World Taekwondo Junior Championships
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    Lotte Card has been notified by the financial watchdog of… Read more: Lotte Card given prior notice of penalty over massive data breach
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    LG AI Research introduced EXAONE 4.5, a multimodal artificial intelligence… Read more: LG unveils multimodal AI model that outperforms global rivals
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    The government has selected 145 prominent and emerging companies to… Read more: Gov’t designates 145 companies to lead S. Korea’s food exports

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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