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  • Yixing GRANDLINE 5· Monkey King Rocking the Heavenly Palace” Tour — Beijing Bird’s Nest Show.

    Oct 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    As a fan since 2017, I’ve seen Yixing’s journey, and I knew he was destined for greatness but I’m still…

    history
  • Looking for footage, first hand accounts, etc. of Mount Kumgang Tourist Region anywhere from 1998 to today

    Oct 10, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi, I’m working on a project detailing the history of Mount Kumgang Tourist Region. My resources are a bit limited…

    history, Koreans
  • Kospi surges past 3,600 for 1st time in post-holiday catch-up rally

    Oct 10, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Kospi surges past 3,600 for 1st time in post-holiday catch-up rally

    (Courtesy of Yonhap news) South Korea’s stock market extended its record-breaking run on Friday, surging past the 3,600-point mark for…

    Chuseok, Donald Trump, history, Japan, LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Are you interested in Korean drinking culture?

    Oct 10, 2025
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    Are you interested in Korean drinking culture? Korea has a diverse drinking culture. There’s drinking games at universities, and there’s…

    history
  • BTS’ Spring Day ranks No. 37 on Rolling Stone’s ‘Greatest Songs of the 21st Century’ list

    Oct 10, 2025
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    BTS’ Spring Day ranks No. 37 on Rolling Stone’s ‘Greatest Songs of the 21st Century’ list

    BTS (photo courtesy of BigHit Music) Some songs fade with time — and then there’s Spring Day. Eight years after…

    BTS, history, K-pop
  • Lay Zhang (Zhang Yixing)’s GRANDLINE 5 Monkey King Rocking the Heavenly Palace in Beijing Bird’s Nest was something else !

    Oct 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Probably ONE of the most creative concerts ever?! It’s just my opinion so if you think I am wrong then…

    history
  • [Long Read] How two duelling history influencers explain South Korea’s polarised politics

    Oct 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/Weird-Knowledge84 [link] [comments]

    history, Politics
  • Where did Hyundai Infracore get the technology to create the DV27K, the fully Korean domestic engine in the K2 tank?

    Oct 5, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    When the South Korean K2 Black Panther tank was conceptualized in the late 1990s, the Agency for Defense Development (ADD)…

    fail, germany, history, Hyundai, Military, Stress
  • Evidence that Koguryo Spoke a Koreanic Language, and a Reasoned Refutation of Christopher Beckwith’s Theories

    Oct 4, 2025
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    Koguryo as the continental “relative” of the Japanese language, proposed by Christopher Beckwith in his 2004 book Koguryo: The Language…

    Ancient Korea, Baekje, family, Goguryeo, history, Japan, LG, Old Korea, Silla
  • Yugwa is a traditional Korean confection (hangwa) made mainly from rice

    Oct 3, 2025
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    Yugwa is a traditional Korean confection (hangwa) made mainly from rice

    It is a snack made of rice as the main ingredient, fried in oil, and then coated with grain syrup,…

    Chuseok, Goryeo, history, Korean Holiday
  • Why are Japanese reluctant to include Korean historical figures in their game?

    Oct 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    A Japanese game that features historical figures from around the world has yet to include any Korean characters. Do the…

    Historical Figure, history, Japan
  • ENHYPEN Walk The Line Tour Finale Seoul: Concert Dates, Ticket Info, and Fashion Buzz for KSPO DOME Event 2025

    Sep 30, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ENHYPEN Walk The Line Tour Finale Seoul: Concert Dates, Ticket Info, and Fashion Buzz for KSPO DOME Event 2025

    Photo Credits: BE:LIFT LAB ENHYPEN is set to make K-pop history in Seoul as they unveil the grand finale of…

    Global Expansion, history, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, travel
  • A K-Pop Fan’s Guide to Demon Hunters: Historical Items, Characters, and Iconic Scenes

    Sep 29, 2025
    in Feeds

    Introduction to K-Pop and Demon Hunters The K-Pop phenomenon has transcended music, emerging as a cultural force that influences diverse…

    Discussion, family, Historical Figure, historical storytelling, history, Justice, K-drama, K-pop, k-pop merchandise, Korean History, Koreans, KT, LG, Perspectives, Silla, Social Media
  • S.Korea, Germany, Japan lock horns for machine tools supremacy

    Sep 29, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    S.Korea, Germany, Japan lock horns for machine tools supremacy

    DN Solutions booth at the EMO Hannover 2025 in Germany in Septermber (Courtesy of DN Solutions)  South Korea has thrown…

    family, germany, history, Japan, Seoul
  • BTS Jungkook, K-pop’s lone record maker, extends Spotify and Billboard milestones

    Sep 28, 2025
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    BTS Jungkook, K-pop’s lone record maker, extends Spotify and Billboard milestones

    BTS Jungkook BTS member Jungkook has set yet another milestone on global streaming giant Spotify, reaffirming his status as K-pop’s…

    BTS, history, K-pop
  • South Korea’s KBO sets attendance record reaching 12 million fans in a single season for the 1st time in its 44-year history as popularity surges, combined ticket revenue from 10 teams is also set to surpass $141 million (200 billion Won) for the first time.

    Sep 28, 2025
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    South Korea’s KBO sets attendance record reaching 12 million fans in a single season for the 1st time in its 44-year history as popularity surges, combined ticket revenue from 10 teams is also set to surpass $141 million (200 billion Won) for the first time.

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

    history
  • Did the languages of the Three Kingdoms understand each other during Korea’s Three Kingdoms period?

    Sep 28, 2025
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    Did the languages of the Three Kingdoms understand each other during Korea’s Three Kingdoms period?

    https://preview.redd.it/tka4aywrnurf1.jpg?width=764&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0d45696dfebf1c4b9ad1a4831b7c374e4d7b93c8 There are various theories about whether Goguryeo, Silla, and Baekje spoke different languages. However, according to the fragmentary historical…

    Ancient Korea, Baekje, Goguryeo, Goryeo, history, Joseon, Korean History, Old Korea, Silla, Three Kingdom
  • KPop Demon Hunters’ Golden rules UK Singles Chart for 8th week, ties record for animated acts

    Sep 28, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    KPop Demon Hunters’ Golden rules UK Singles Chart for 8th week, ties record for animated acts

    HUNTR/X Golden, the breakout anthem from Netflix’s animated feature KPop Demon Hunters, has rewritten history on the UK’s Official Singles…

    history, K-pop, Suga
  • aespa’s Karina Debuts as Nordisk Korea Model, Blending K-pop Style with Outdoor Fashion Trends in Seoul and Tokyo

    Sep 26, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    aespa’s Karina Debuts as Nordisk Korea Model, Blending K-pop Style with Outdoor Fashion Trends in Seoul and Tokyo

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment. Nordisk Korea Karina of aespa has stepped into the world of outdoor fashion as the newest…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Japan’s Ishiba plans farewell visit to S.Korea for summit with Lee

    Sep 26, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Japan’s Ishiba plans farewell visit to S.Korea for summit with Lee

    President Lee Jae Myung (right) shakes hands with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba during their talks on the sidelines of…

    Alberta, Busan, G7, history, Japan, North Korea, Seoul, Tokyo
  • S.Korea shelves financial regulator shake-up, keeps FSC, FSS in place

    Sep 25, 2025
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    S.Korea shelves financial regulator shake-up, keeps FSC, FSS in place

    FSS’ labor union members protest against the government’s plan to spin off a consumer-protection watchdog on Sept. 18, 2025. (Courtesy…

    history, Korean History, Lawmakers, Protest
  • Stray Kids tops 2025 U.S. album sales with ‘KARMA’

    Sep 25, 2025
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    Stray Kids tops 2025 U.S. album sales with ‘KARMA’

    Stray Kids (Photo courtesy of JYP Entertainment) Stray Kids is proving that its rise in the U.S. is no passing…

    history, K-pop
  • Korea, China, Japan’s drastic ethylene capacity cut boosts hope for industry rebound

    Sep 24, 2025
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    Korea, China, Japan’s drastic ethylene capacity cut boosts hope for industry rebound

    An LG Chem petrochemical plant in Korea East Asia’s petrochemical industry is entering its largest restructuring in decades, with planned…

    history, Japan, LG, Lotte, Samsung, Seoul
  • IMF warns of long-term spending pressures in Korea, urges structural reforms

    Sep 24, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    IMF warns of long-term spending pressures in Korea, urges structural reforms

    Rahul Anand (fourth from left), the IMF’s mission chief for South Korea, speaks at a press briefing following annual consultations…

    history
  • Five Grand Palaces of Joseon

    Sep 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Five Grand Palaces of Joseon

    Saw some palace photos on the sub and thought I’d share some pics from my recent palace hops. Gyeongbokgung –…

    Curiosity, history, Joseon
  • KIC likely to award 1st mandates to Korean private equity firms

    Sep 23, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    KIC likely to award 1st mandates to Korean private equity firms

    Park Il Young, CEO of Korea Investment Corporation The Korea Investment Corporation (KIC) is expected to commit between $100 million…

    history, request
  • Golden from KPop Demon Hunters rules Billboard Hot 100 for 6th week, with 4 tracks in Top 10

    Sep 23, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Golden from KPop Demon Hunters rules Billboard Hot 100 for 6th week, with 4 tracks in Top 10

    Poster of KPop Demon Hunters The KPop Demon Hunters original soundtrack is rewriting chart history in the United States. Golden,…

    history, K-pop
  • 2025 BIGHIT MUSIC Global Audition Unveiled: How Future Idols Can Join the Next Generation of K-Pop

    Sep 22, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    2025 BIGHIT MUSIC Global Audition Unveiled: How Future Idols Can Join the Next Generation of K-Pop

    Photo Credits: BIGHIT Music The announcement fans have been waiting for has finally arrived—BIGHIT MUSIC has released the official video…

    history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • Lee Hyori Redefines Timeless Fashion in WWD Korea October 2025 Covers and Pictorial

    Sep 21, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Lee Hyori Redefines Timeless Fashion in WWD Korea October 2025 Covers and Pictorial

    Photo Credits: WWD Korea Antenna Lee Hyori returns to the forefront of Korea’s fashion conversation as she headlines the October…

    history, KT, Seoul
  • It seems that former Acting Prime Minister of South Korea, Ms. Chang Sang, is the least famous in Korean history !!!

    Sep 21, 2025
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    It seems that former Acting Prime Minister of South Korea, Ms. Chang Sang, is the least famous in Korean history !!!

    Here I just say that when we look at Han Meyong-sook who was the first female prime minister of Korea…

    history, Korean History, Mystery, Question
  • Even a president can be ousted for wrongdoing

    Sep 20, 2025
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    Even a president can be ousted for wrongdoing

    https://preview.redd.it/dlx7i1qmecqf1.jpg?width=1000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f4ffbd8769dbc46ee34ef64c80413dfe415622cd The last 100 years have been a history of struggle for the Korean people. During this period, the Korean…

    history, Justice
  • 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
  • Seoul clears Shinsegae-Alibaba JV with data-sharing ban

    Sep 18, 2025
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    Seoul clears Shinsegae-Alibaba JV with data-sharing ban

    Lee Byung-geon, director general of business trade and M&A bureau at the Fair Trade Commissions, speaks during a press briefing…

    driver, history, Seoul, Shopping
  • This day in K-pop history [September 18th, 2009]

    Sep 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I thought it would be fun to start a little series called “This Day in KPop”, to spark some nostalgia…

    history, K-pop, LG
  • Kpop Demon Hunters makes Netflix’s new history, surpassing 300 mn views

    Sep 18, 2025
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    Kpop Demon Hunters makes Netflix’s new history, surpassing 300 mn views

    Rumi (left), Zoey (center) and Mira, members of the K-pop girl group Huntri/x (Courtesy of Netflix) The runaway success of…

    history, K-pop, squid game
  • J.Y. Park marks Stray Kids’ Billboard milestone with gold gift

    Sep 17, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    J.Y. Park marks Stray Kids’ Billboard milestone with gold gift

    Stray Kids show off the gold plaques gifted by J.Y. Park to celebrate their historic Billboard 200 streak (Courtesy of…

    history, Social Media
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Latest Korean News

  • Won tumbles to last year’s political crisis level; BOK chief vows to intervene if neededNovember 12, 2025
    The won closed at a seven-month low versus the US… Read more: Won tumbles to last year’s political crisis level; BOK chief vows to intervene if needed
  • ABL Bio lands $2.6 bn Eli Lilly deal, capping record year for S.Korean biotech exportsNovember 12, 2025
    ABL Bio Inc., a South Korean biotechnology company, has signed… Read more: ABL Bio lands $2.6 bn Eli Lilly deal, capping record year for S.Korean biotech exports
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    IGIS Asset Management’s headquarters building (Courtesy of IGIS) The race… Read more: IGIS bid narrows to two-way race between Hanwha, Heungkuk
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    The Wodgina lithium mine operated by Australian miner Mineral Resources… Read more: POSCO invests $817 million to acquire lithium assets in Australia, Argentina
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    Theodore Koenig, chairman, CEO and founder of Monroe Capital Deglobalization,… Read more: Private credit defies volatility; mid-market lending still the sweet spot: Monroe Capital

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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