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Gen Z

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  • NARIN UNLATCHED: MEOVV’s Final Piece, Now Leading the Pack

    Apr 28, 2026
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    NARIN UNLATCHED: MEOVV’s Final Piece, Now Leading the Pack

    MEOVV’s Final Piece Steps Into Allure Korea x Golden Goose’s April 2026 Digital Cover — And Nothing Will Be the…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, KT, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Stress
  • KiiiKiii x PANDORA: Every Key Unlocks a New Universe

    Apr 28, 2026
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    KiiiKiii x PANDORA: Every Key Unlocks a New Universe

    In a single year, KiiiKiii went from uncut gems to the undisputed jewels of fourth-gen K-pop — and their Marie…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Kakao, KT, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Social Media
  • SOULS RESTORED: Billlie’s Chapter Two Changes Everything

    Apr 26, 2026
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    SOULS RESTORED: Billlie’s Chapter Two Changes Everything

    Kpoppie Magazine | Digital Cover Story | April 2026 By Kpoppie Magazine Editorial Team | Velocity Entertainment Inc Japan /…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, LG, Mystery, Photography, Stress
  • UNCHILD: K-pop’s Rule-Breakers Just Arrived

    Apr 23, 2026
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    UNCHILD: K-pop’s Rule-Breakers Just Arrived

    Six girls. One name. No rules. K-pop’s newest rule-breakers just landed on the cover of GQ Korea — and they’re…

    Fame, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, LG, Photography, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media, study
  • Still Waters, Full Power: Leesol × Vogue × Estée Lauder

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Still Waters, Full Power: Leesol × Vogue × Estée Lauder

    KiiiKiii’s most visually magnetic member steps into the Vogue Korea × Estée Lauder spotlight — and rewrites what it means…

    Fame, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Kakao, KT, Photography, purpose, Seoul
  • ANOTHER DIMENSION: T.O.P. STEPS INTO HIS OWN UNIVERSE

    Apr 20, 2026
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    ANOTHER DIMENSION: T.O.P. STEPS INTO HIS OWN UNIVERSE

    Image Rights: All artist imagery, visual assets, and promotional materials © 2026 TOPSPOT PICTURES. WWD and Women’s Wear Daily are…

    Celebrity, family, Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Peace, Seoul, Social Media, squid game, Teenager
  • TNX: CALL ME BACK — K-POP’S ROCK ERA JUST FOUND ITS VOICE

    Apr 19, 2026
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    TNX: CALL ME BACK — K-POP’S ROCK ERA JUST FOUND ITS VOICE

    TV LIFE Japan — April 2026 Issue | Kpoppie Magazine Digital Cover Story Feature Article: Kpoppie Magazine — April 2026…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Kakao, KT, Military, purpose, Seoul, Stress, Surfing, Tokyo, travel
  • CHOI MINHO: FLAMING CHARISMA, CALVIN KLEIN COOL

    Apr 18, 2026
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    CHOI MINHO: FLAMING CHARISMA, CALVIN KLEIN COOL

    Image Rights & Pictorial Credits: All editorial images, pictorial photography, and visual assets from the Men’s Folio Singapore x Calvin…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-drama, K-pop, Korean Art, KT, Military, Photography, Seoul, study
  • ILLIT: Free Riders — The Untranslatable K-Pop Era of 2026

    Apr 17, 2026
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    ILLIT: Free Riders — The Untranslatable K-Pop Era of 2026

    Photo Credits: Belift Lab/HYBE ILLIT just dropped their most ambitious concept yet — and they named it after a word…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Photography
  • j-hope: LV Icon, K-Pop’s Eternal Sunshine

    Apr 15, 2026
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    j-hope: LV Icon, K-Pop’s Eternal Sunshine

    *Photography courtesy of Esquire Korea, BigHit Music — j-hope, Louis Vuitton. All rights reserved. In the electric glow of Seoul’s…

    BTS, Gen Z, K-pop, Military, Photography, Seoul, travel
  • UNCHILD’s “We Are UNCHILD” High School Ver. Ignites K-Pop’s Bold New Era

    Apr 10, 2026
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    UNCHILD’s “We Are UNCHILD” High School Ver. Ignites K-Pop’s Bold New Era

    Photo Credits: HighUp Entertainment Rebels in Uniforms The classroom clock ticks, but UNCHILD shatters the silence. In their “We Are…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-drama, K-pop, KT, LG, Mystery, Seoul, Subway, Tokyo
  • KiiiKiii Leesol x Vogue Korea x Estée Lauder Beauty Editorial

    Apr 2, 2026
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    KiiiKiii Leesol x Vogue Korea x Estée Lauder Beauty Editorial

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea + Estee Lauder + Starship Entertainment KiiiKiii’s Leesol Steps Into Beauty’s Spotlight Leesol’s latest Vogue Korea…

    Gen Z, K-pop, KT, travel
  • The Art of Becoming: Hyunjin for ELLE Korea x Cartier

    Mar 20, 2026
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    The Art of Becoming: Hyunjin for ELLE Korea x Cartier

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea + Cartier + JYP Entertainment Under the soft light of ELLE Korea’s April 2026 cover shoot, Hyunjin stands…

    Gen Z, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • Would Girls’ Generation’s discography be more popular among Gen Z and younger K-Pop fans if their Japanese albums were available on Spotify?

    Mar 20, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I always thought that people write them off as not really having strong b-sides (which is untrue even if you…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Peace
  • Wonyoung Ascends: ELLE Korea x Medicube Reveal a New Glow for IVE’s Star

    Mar 19, 2026
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    Wonyoung Ascends: ELLE Korea x Medicube Reveal a New Glow for IVE’s Star

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea + Medicube + Starship Entertainment The Glow of a Generation There’s a certain quiet that fills…

    Fame, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media, study, Tokyo
  • Dissertation about kpop culture influence on brand

    Mar 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Annyeonghaseyo! 💜 If you’re part of the Gen Z wave that loves K-pop, K-dramas, or anything Korean culture–inspired, I need…

    Gen Z, K-drama, K-pop, study
  • Taemin’s Radiant Glow: ELLE Korea x AHC April 2026

    Mar 11, 2026
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    Taemin’s Radiant Glow: ELLE Korea x AHC April 2026

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea + AHC + SM Entertainment + EMI Records (Japan) Taemin, SHINee’s eternal maknae turned global icon, graces…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Military, Seoul, Tokyo
  • ICHILLIN’ The Fine Day 2026: Ultimate Fan Live Hype Explodes!

    Mar 8, 2026
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    ICHILLIN’ The Fine Day 2026: Ultimate Fan Live Hype Explodes!

    Photo Credits: KM Entertainment ICHILLIN’ stans (our fierce CHILLIN’s!), your wait is OVER—2026 Special Live ‘The Fine Day’ poster just detonated,…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Seoul, Tokyo
  • TXT’s 2026 MOA CON Japan: Arena Takeover Dates Revealed!

    Mar 7, 2026
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    TXT’s 2026 MOA CON Japan: Arena Takeover Dates Revealed!

    Photo Credits: BigHit Music MOAs, brace yourselves—TXT (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) just dropped the ultimate Japan invasion with their Special Concert ‘2026…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, LG, Military, Seoul, Suga
  • Yujin x LV: IVE Leader’s Bazaar HK Reign

    Mar 7, 2026
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    Yujin x LV: IVE Leader’s Bazaar HK Reign

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Hong Kong + Louis Vuitton + Starship Entertainment An Yujin, IVE’s fearless leader, commands the March…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Mystery, Seoul
  • IVE’s Liz Blooms as TONYMOLY’s New Muse: A Fresh Era of Beauty and Emotion

    Mar 2, 2026
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    IVE’s Liz Blooms as TONYMOLY’s New Muse: A Fresh Era of Beauty and Emotion

    Photo Credits: TONYMOLY Skin care. Starship Entertainment A Soft Power Glow: The Moment Liz Stepped Into Beauty History There’s a…

    Fame, Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Ishii Ran: Rebirth in Bloom — The 9090 Spring Collection and a New Era of K-pop Aesthetics

    Mar 1, 2026
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    Ishii Ran: Rebirth in Bloom — The 9090 Spring Collection and a New Era of K-pop Aesthetics

    Photo Credits: 9090 Harajuku A Season That Glows with Reinvention Under the blush-filtered light of early spring, Ishii Ran steps…

    Fame, Gen Z, K-pop, LG, Photography, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Yeji in Motion: ITZY’s Fierce Elegance for Marie Claire Korea x Roger Vivier (March 2026)

    Feb 27, 2026
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    Yeji in Motion: ITZY’s Fierce Elegance for Marie Claire Korea x Roger Vivier (March 2026)

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea + Roger Vivier + JYP Entertainment The Quiet Power of Poise In the first moments…

    Gen Z, history, K-pop, Question, Seoul, study
  • IVE’s Leeseo and Gucci: The Dawn of Tomorrow’s Icon

    Feb 26, 2026
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    IVE’s Leeseo and Gucci: The Dawn of Tomorrow’s Icon

    Photo Credits:  Cosmopolitan Korea + Gucci. + Starship Entertainment The Youngest, Yet Infinite There’s a certain electricity when Leeseo of IVE steps…

    Curiosity, Gen Z, K-pop, Korean Art, Mystery, purpose, Seoul
  • Jungkook x Calvin Klein Spring 2026: The Global Pulse of K-Pop Fashion

    Feb 25, 2026
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    Jungkook x Calvin Klein Spring 2026: The Global Pulse of K-Pop Fashion

    Photo Credits: Shot and directed by Mert Alas for L’Officiel with BigHit Music The Moment the World Stopped Scrolling When…

    Advertisement, BTS, Curiosity, Gen Z, K-pop, KT, LG, Seoul
  • Katseye and the Issue With ‘Chronically Online’ Personas

    Feb 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve actually been thinking about posting this for a few months but I think the recent situation with Manon has…

    Controversy, Gen Z, K-pop, Question
  • ITZY’s Yuna, In Bloom: L’OFFICIEL Korea’s Next-Gen K-pop Fashion Icon

    Feb 21, 2026
    in Feeds
    ITZY’s Yuna, In Bloom: L’OFFICIEL Korea’s Next-Gen K-pop Fashion Icon

    Photo Credits: L’OFFICIEL Korea + JYP Entertainment Yuna Steps Into Her L’OFFICIEL Era When Yuna of ITZY appears in L’OFFICIEL…

    BTS, Curiosity, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul
  • Jiwoo of NMIXX: The Sound of Becoming

    Feb 19, 2026
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    Jiwoo of NMIXX: The Sound of Becoming

    Photo Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea JYP Entertainment. irecipe The Face of a New Tempo In February 2026, Cosmopolitan Korea unveils a digital collaboration…

    Gen Z, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media, study, travel
  • 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
  • Why Gen Z in Korea is flocking to bus driving jobs

    Jan 31, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Why Gen Z in Korea is flocking to bus driving jobs

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

    Gen Z
  • Kazuha’s W Korea Ralph Lauren Cover: Cowgirl Glam Conquers Fashion Peak

    Jan 30, 2026
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    Kazuha’s W Korea Ralph Lauren Cover: Cowgirl Glam Conquers Fashion Peak

    Photo Credits: W Korea Ralph Lauren Source Music Kazuha’s Solo Cover Triumph LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha marks a career milestone with…

    Affinity, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • IVE’s Gaeul Shines in WWD Korea x MLB February 2026 Issue: Iconic Fusion of K-Pop Chic, Athletic Aesthetics, and Next-Gen Fashion Confidence

    Jan 18, 2026
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    IVE’s Gaeul Shines in WWD Korea x MLB February 2026 Issue: Iconic Fusion of K-Pop Chic, Athletic Aesthetics, and Next-Gen Fashion Confidence

    Photo Credits: WWD Korea + MLB Korea + Starship Entertainment + IVE’s Gaeul Leads WWD Korea x MLB’s February 2026…

    Gen Z, K-pop, Seoul
  • ‘Young 40s’: Gen Z has found a new way to mock millennials for their style in South Korea

    Jan 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    ‘Young 40s’: Gen Z has found a new way to mock millennials for their style in South Korea

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

    Gen Z, Millennials
  • ILLIT Wonhee – W Korea (January 2026 Digital Issue Cover and Pictorial)

    Jan 13, 2026
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    ILLIT Wonhee – W Korea (January 2026 Digital Issue Cover and Pictorial)

    Photo Credits: W Korea Belift Lab ILLIT’s Wonhee Captures the Essence of a New Era W Korea begins 2026 with…

    Gen Z, K-pop
  • Why Bae Suzy is the Ultimate All-Rounder and still “Nation’s First Love” in 2025

    Dec 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    As an International Fan of Bae Suzy from India, I recently started exploring Bae Suzy’s career, after watching her in…

    Celebrity, Fame, family, Gen Z, K-drama, K-pop, LG, Millennials, MZ generation, Naver
  • STAYC’s Yoon Shines in GQ Korea’s January 2026 Issue: A High-Fashion Editorial Breakdown

    Dec 23, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    STAYC’s Yoon Shines in GQ Korea’s January 2026 Issue: A High-Fashion Editorial Breakdown

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea High Up Entertainment STAYC’s Yoon has stepped into the spotlight of GQ Korea’s January 2026 issue,…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, 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