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Gen Z

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  • Why do you think English still sounds kind of weird in kpop?

    Jul 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m not necessarily referring to konglish, there are times when the English component of a song is written by Koreans…

    Gen Z, Koreans
  • K-style strikes back to win over China’s Gen Z with Musinsa at helm

    Jul 9, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    K-style strikes back to win over China’s Gen Z with Musinsa at helm

    Musinsa, South Korea’s fashion unicorn backed by KKR Co., is set to bring the K-style wave to China with ANTA…

    fail, Gen Z, Global Expansion, Japan, Samsung
  • Economic strain drives millennials, Gen Z into collectible craze

    Jul 1, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Economic strain drives millennials, Gen Z into collectible craze

    A Miniso store in Hongdae, Seoul SHANGHAI – In the rain, lines of people snaked along Nanjing Dong Lu, Shanghai’s…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, LG, Lotte, Lotte World, Millennials, myeongdong, MZ generation, Seoul, Shopping, Tokyo
  • 2nd gen or 3rd gen groups that would probably be successful if they were a 5th gen group

    Jun 30, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This thought randomly popped out while I was listening to T-ara’s Number 9. Ngl, I kinda wished T-ara debuted during…

    Gen Z
  • What is katseye doing different than groups like fifth Harmony and little mix that came before ?

    Jun 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This isn’t to put down any group, I’m just curious on what others feel like katseye is doing different compared…

    Gen Z
  • Google to invest $100 mn in Gentle Monster in XR glasses push

    Jun 20, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Google to invest $100 mn in Gentle Monster in XR glasses push

    Gentle Monster is renowned for its conceptually designed retail spaces Google LLC has signed an agreement to invest around 145.0…

    fail, Gen Z, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Social Media
  • LE SSERAFIM: Redefining K-Pop Fashion Through Bold Collaborations and Iconic Magazine Covers

    Jun 12, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    LE SSERAFIM: Redefining K-Pop Fashion Through Bold Collaborations and Iconic Magazine Covers

    Photo Credits: Source Music 1. Lifestyle Brand Approach LE SSERAFIM has evolved beyond typical idol merchandise, positioning themselves as a…

    automotive, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Millennials, MZ generation
  • Google partners with Samsung, Gentle Monster for new smart glasses

    May 21, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Google partners with Samsung, Gentle Monster for new smart glasses

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai gives a keynote speech at the tech giant’s IO developer conference held at its headquarters in…

    Gen Z, purpose, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • ‘I feel much more at peace’: Gen Z turns to Buddhism to escape burnout

    May 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    ‘I feel much more at peace’: Gen Z turns to Buddhism to escape burnout

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    Gen Z, Peace
  • KiiiKiii – Part 2: Marie Claire Korea x CHANEL BEAUTY (May 2025 Digital Issue Cover)

    May 1, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    KiiiKiii – Part 2:  Marie Claire Korea x CHANEL BEAUTY (May 2025 Digital Issue Cover)

    Photo Credits; Instagram (cafewindowsbyroo). Starship Entertainment. Marie Claire Korea KiiiKiii has quickly established themselves as not just musical trendsetters but…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Immense admiration for the television series Jumong and the Kingdom of the Winds

    Mar 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone, I come from Iran and in Iran we Gen Z kids back then loved watching Jumong and the…

    Gen Z, history
  • Naver’s Webtoon hints at ad business expansion in 2025

    Mar 10, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Naver’s Webtoon hints at ad business expansion in 2025

    Crowds gather around WEBTOON’s booth at Amazing Festival, a cultural content festival in Paris, France, in 2023 (Courtesy of Webtoon…

    Advertisement, Gen Z, Japan, KT, Naver
  • Samsung’s Harman transforms from ugly duckling into golden swan

    Feb 18, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Samsung’s Harman transforms from ugly duckling into golden swan

    A Harman executive unveils Ready products at CES 2024 When Samsung Electronics Co. acquired Harman International Industries Inc., a global…

    automotive, driver, Gen Z, Hyundai, Millennials, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States

    Jan 14, 2025
    in History
    The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States

    Introduction to Korean Immigration Korean immigration has a rich and complex history that dates back to the late 19th century.…

    automotive, Bibimbap, Demographics, Discrimination, family, Gen Z, germany, history, Japan, Japanese Occupation, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, korean immigrants, Korean War, Koreans, LG, Millennials, Perspectives, Seoul, Social Media, study, Tokyo, World War
  • BOYNEXTDOOR and their consistent but remarkable growth in popularity

    Dec 21, 2024
    in Community

    This will be a pretty long post 😇… BOYNEXTDOOR debuted on May 30th, 2023, as the first group under KOZ,…

    Discussion, Gen Z, Japan, KT, Question, Social Media
  • NewJeans will redebut as “Jeanz”

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Community

    NewJeans has opened a new Instagram account, as shared by their music video director. Some fans say that “NewJeans” can…

    Gen Z
  • Why do Koreans combine Millenials and Gen Z into “MZ”?

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been hearing this term so much and it got me wondering why there doesn’t seem to be much of…

    Gen Z, Koreans, Millennials, MZ generation
  • CJ Olive Young takes on Musinsa in Brooklyn of Seoul

    Sep 5, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    CJ Olive Young takes on Musinsa in Brooklyn of Seoul

    A CJ Olive Young outlet in Gwangju, South Jeolla Province South Korea’s top beauty chain CJ Olive Young Corp. is…

    fail, Gen Z, Seoul, Shopping
  • Shinsegae buys low-cost cosmetics brand Amuse from Naver Snow

    Aug 5, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Shinsegae buys low-cost cosmetics brand Amuse from Naver Snow

    Jang Won-young, a K-pop singer of the girl group IVE, is an ambassador of Amuse South Korea’s Shinsegae International Inc.…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Naver
  • GS25 to challenge Daiso in low-cost cosmetics market

    Aug 5, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    GS25 to challenge Daiso in low-cost cosmetics market

    South Korean convenience store chain GS25 said on Sunday it would expand the lineup of affordable and small-pack basic cosmetic…

    Gen Z, Shopping
  • More luxury brands seek Korean market on sales surge

    Jul 16, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    More luxury brands seek Korean market on sales surge

    Consumers walking on the street in Cheongdam-dong, an affluent neighborhood in southern Seoul South Korea’s luxury goods market, estimated at…

    coffee, Gen Z, Hyundai, Lotte, Millennials, Seoul, Shopping
  • Affluent Gen Xers lead e-commerce shopping in South Korea

    Jun 13, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Affluent Gen Xers lead e-commerce shopping in South Korea

    (Courtesy of Getty Images) Affluent Generation Xers, also pioneers in the digital landscape who navigated the early days of personal…

    Coupang, Ewha, Gen Z, Korean Technology, Millennials, Putin, Shopping
  • US multifamily market challenges create investment opportunities

    Apr 30, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    US multifamily market challenges create investment opportunities

    People meeting to discuss investment strategies (Courtesy of Getty Images) There is potential distress in the U.S. multifamily housing sector…

    Demographics, family, Gen Z, Millennials, Parents, Stress
  • Korean botox sales gain momentum in US, China

    Apr 29, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Korean botox sales gain momentum in US, China

    A patient receiving an injection of botulinum toxin (Courtesy of Getty Images) South Korea is ramping up exports of botulinum…

    Gen Z, Millennials, Social Media
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Latest Korean News

  • SK Telecom gets over 340,000 users in January amid KT fee waiverFebruary 16, 2026
    SK Telecom Co., Korea’s largest mobile carrier, gained more than… Read more: SK Telecom gets over 340,000 users in January amid KT fee waiver
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    MILAN — Only minutes after ending her third Winter Games… Read more: Speed skater begins looking ahead to 4th Olympics after another missed opportunity
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    On the morning of Lunar New Year’s Day in 1921,… Read more: Curious about Korea’s hanbok promoted by RM? Easy ways to add it to daily life
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    President Lee Jae Myung and main opposition People Power Party… Read more: Lee, PPP leader engage in clash over multi-homeowner policy
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    President Lee Jae Myung’s approval rating rose to 56.5 percent… Read more: Lee’s approval rating rises for 3rd consecutive week: poll

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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