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  • US, South Korea talks scrapped after Trump cuts G7 short

    Jun 17, 2025
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    US, South Korea talks scrapped after Trump cuts G7 short

    The two leaders were expected to discuss tariffs, defense cost-sharing and regional security ALBERTA, Calgary – A planned meeting between…

    Alberta, Donald Trump, G7, Japan, LG, Seoul, Social Media
  • EQT taps ex-DHK Management CEO to lead S.Korea real estate push

    Jun 17, 2025
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    EQT taps ex-DHK Management CEO to lead S.Korea real estate push

    Kim Dae-hyun, partner and head of EQT Real Estate Korea (Courtesy of EQT Partners)  Swedish asset manager EQT Partners, also…

    family, Japan, Seoul
  • ENHYPEN Unveils Striking ‘宵 -YOI-‘ Concept Photo and Expands Presence in Japan with Exciting Events

    Jun 17, 2025
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    ENHYPEN Unveils Striking ‘宵 -YOI-‘ Concept Photo and Expands Presence in Japan with Exciting Events

    Photo Credits: BE:LIFT Entertainment ENHYPEN has once again thrilled fans with the release of their Japan 4th single ‘宵 -YOI-‘…

    Japan, K-pop
  • President Lee sends video message for the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic normalization: ‘Japan is an important partner

    Jun 16, 2025
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    President Lee sends video message for the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic normalization: ‘Japan is an important partner

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    Japan
  • Korean vs international popularity – the trend has shifted/expanded

    Jun 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I want to re-visit this topic – an interesting topic to me as a dinasour kpop fan (yup as early…

    BTS, Japan, KT, Social Media
  • South Korean eyewear poised to spark next global K-wave

    Jun 16, 2025
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    South Korean eyewear poised to spark next global K-wave

    (Courtesy of Gentle Monster)  As eyewear evolves into a key fashion statement, South Korea’s homegrown brands are setting their sights…

    Hyundai, Japan, Lotte, Medical, Seoul, Shopping
  • ZEROBASEONE’s Gyuvin Stuns in CHIC Magazine July 2025 Pictorial: A Rising Star’s Journey and Group Achievements

    Jun 15, 2025
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    ZEROBASEONE’s Gyuvin Stuns in CHIC Magazine July 2025 Pictorial: A Rising Star’s Journey and Group Achievements

    Photo Credits: CHIC Magazine. WAKEONE Entertainnent In the July 2025 issue of CHIC Magazine, ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Gyuvin delivers a memorable…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • [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
  • Metal head and KDrama fan looking for Kpop recommendations

    Jun 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey, so I’m a 44year old metalhead from Texas. Normally I listen to American bands, Slipknot, System of a Down,…

    Japan
  • You Dayeon Unveils Dreamy Concept Photos for Debut Mini Album “First Light” and Announces 2025 Concert Dates

    Jun 15, 2025
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    You Dayeon Unveils Dreamy Concept Photos for Debut Mini Album “First Light” and Announces 2025 Concert Dates

    Photo Credits: Dot Music You Dayeon, a rising force in the K-pop scene, has just released the concept photos for…

    Busan, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • K-pop pilgrimage boosts Seoul ahead of BTS comeback

    Jun 15, 2025
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    K-pop pilgrimage boosts Seoul ahead of BTS comeback

    A banner featuring BTS member Jimin was displaced on a building near HYBE headquarters in Yongsan on June 11 With…

    BTS, history, Japan, K-pop, LG, Military, Naver, Seoul, Social Media, Suga, travel
  • Ateez Origins — A mini bio of Yeosang for Yeosang’s Birthday

    Jun 15, 2025
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    Last year I posted a mini bio post on Seonghwa for his birthday. The post was well received so I…

    Busan, Chuseok, Discussion, Ewha, fail, family, history, Japan, Lotte, New Law, Parents, Pohang, POSCO, purpose, Seoul, Social Media, study, Subway, travel
  • K-Pop Star From20 Announces 2025 Asia and Europe Tour Dates with HELLO GLOOM

    Jun 14, 2025
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    K-Pop Star From20 Announces 2025 Asia and Europe Tour Dates with HELLO GLOOM

    Photo Credits: Way Better Kim Rae Hwan, better known by his stage name From20, is making waves in the K-pop…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Military
  • Which groups have the best Japanese lyrics?

    Jun 13, 2025
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    As a native English speaker, I’m aware of which K-pop groups have had their English lyrics written by a native…

    Japan, K-pop
  • STAYC Unveils Summer Fashion and Exclusive Insights in MAPS Japan 2025 Vol.5 Pictorial Preview

    Jun 13, 2025
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    STAYC Unveils Summer Fashion and Exclusive Insights in MAPS Japan 2025 Vol.5 Pictorial Preview

    Photo Credits: MAPS Japan. High Up Entertainment STAYC, the rising K-pop girl group under High Up Entertainment, is stepping into…

    BTS, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Kakao, Photography, Seoul
  • LG Chem closes $1 bn water filter division sale to Glenwood PE

    Jun 13, 2025
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    LG Chem closes $1 bn water filter division sale to Glenwood PE

    Reverse osmosis membrane filter (Courtesy of LG Chem) LG Chem Ltd. said on Friday it has finalized the sale of…

    Japan, LG, Seoul
  • How do y’all typically deal with these people?

    Jun 12, 2025
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    How do y’all typically deal with these people?

    Sidenote: I am NOT korean, nor any type of asian, but these people are just really annoying to me. Probably…

    Japan
  • KATSEYE’s Rise to Global Fame: Secrets Behind Their International Appeal

    Jun 12, 2025
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    KATSEYE’s Rise to Global Fame: Secrets Behind Their International Appeal

    Photo Credits: HYBE and Geffen Records KATSEYE has rapidly risen to prominence in the K-pop world, captivating fans both in…

    Advice, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • LE SSERAFIM: Redefining K-Pop Fashion Through Bold Collaborations and Iconic Magazine Covers

    Jun 12, 2025
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    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
  • Having the last name Min is rlly annoying me

    Jun 12, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m a high schooler and we’ve been learning about when white people found out east Asia exists. And the text…

    history, Japan
  • KiiiKiii Unveils New Era with Allure Korea x Delvaux Cover and Upcoming Global Projects

    Jun 11, 2025
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    KiiiKiii Unveils New Era with Allure Korea x Delvaux Cover and Upcoming Global Projects

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea Delvaux. Starship Entertainment KiiiKiii’s latest appearance on the digital covers of Allure Korea’s June 2025 edition,…

    BTS, Japan, Photography
  • South Korea accelerates stablecoin framework amidst global race

    Jun 11, 2025
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    South Korea accelerates stablecoin framework amidst global race

    (Courtesy of Getty Images)  Just one week after electing President Lee Jae-myung, an apparent backer of stablecoin adoption, South Korea…

    Japan, Seoul, Warning
  • IVE’s Liz Unveils New Summer Look in PowerCircles Magazine June 2025 Exclusive

    Jun 11, 2025
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    IVE’s Liz Unveils New Summer Look in PowerCircles Magazine June 2025 Exclusive

    Photo Credits: PowerCircles Magazine Starship Entertainment IVE’s Liz is making waves across Asia as she graces the solo cover of…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • Jollibee to buy chicken chain Norang Tongdak amid K-food frenzy

    Jun 11, 2025
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    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
  • Something I’ve been curious about recently

    Jun 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Are there communist groups/parties in South Korea opposed to North Korea and the Kims? People or parties that would prefer…

    Japan, North Korea
  • Micron set to supply SOCAMM chips to Nvidia ahead of Samsung, SK Hynix

    Jun 10, 2025
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    Micron set to supply SOCAMM chips to Nvidia ahead of Samsung, SK Hynix

    Micron SOCAMM is a modular LPDDR5X memory solution for AI servers in data centers (Courtesy of Micron) In a move…

    Japan, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • IZ*ONE’s IZNA Dazzles in ELLE Japan June 2025: Exclusive Photoshoot, Group Insights, and Fan Reactions

    Jun 10, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    IZ*ONE’s IZNA Dazzles in ELLE Japan June 2025: Exclusive Photoshoot, Group Insights, and Fan Reactions

    Photo Credits: ELLE Japan. WakeOne Entertainment, The June 2025 issue of ELLE Japan has set social media abuzz with its…

    BTS, germany, Japan, K-pop, KT, Social Media, Tokyo
  • South Korea’s Lee, China’s Xi agree on closer ties, peace on peninsula

    Jun 10, 2025
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    South Korea’s Lee, China’s Xi agree on closer ties, peace on peninsula

    South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (left) and Chinese President Xi Jinping had their first phoen call on June 10, 2025…

    China Relation, Donald Trump, Japan, North Korea, Peace, Politics, Seoul
  • W Korea and Chanel Beauty Unveil Hearts2Hearts Digital Covers: Exclusive Preview and Behind-the-Scenes Insights

    Jun 10, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    W Korea and Chanel Beauty Unveil Hearts2Hearts Digital Covers: Exclusive Preview and Behind-the-Scenes Insights

    Photo Credits: W Korea, Chanel Beauty. SM Entertainment W Korea and Chanel Beauty have joined creative forces for the June…

    Japan, K-pop, Photography, Seoul
  • KATSEYE in Exclusive SSENSE June 2025 Pictorial: A Fresh Look at K-pop’s Rising Stars

    Jun 9, 2025
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    KATSEYE in Exclusive SSENSE June 2025 Pictorial: A Fresh Look at K-pop’s Rising Stars

    Photo Credits: SSENSE. HYBE KATSEYE, the global girl group making waves in the K-pop scene, has taken center stage in…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Photography, Seoul, Sex, Social Media
  • ITZY Empowers with Unbreakable Sisterhood in Dynamic New Release “Girls Will Be Girls

    Jun 9, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ITZY Empowers with Unbreakable Sisterhood in Dynamic New Release “Girls Will Be Girls

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment ITZY’s latest release, “Girls Will Be Girls,” marks a powerful milestone as the group celebrates their…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop
  • S.Korean President Lee, Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba seek closer ties

    Jun 9, 2025
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    S.Korean President Lee, Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba seek closer ties

    South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (left) has his first phone call with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on June 9,…

    Donald Trump, G7, Japan, North Korea, Seoul, Stress, Tokyo
  • Naver Ventures to plant flag in Silicon Valley with TwelveLabs bet

    Jun 9, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Naver Ventures to plant flag in Silicon Valley with TwelveLabs bet

    Naver founder Lee Hae-jin announces the launch of Naver Ventures in Palo Alto on June 5, 2025 (Courtesy of Naver) …

    Japan, LG, Naver, Nvidia, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Shopping
  • TWICE’s Momo Captivates in Marie Claire Japan’s May 2025 Miu Miu Cover Story

    Jun 9, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    TWICE’s Momo Captivates in Marie Claire Japan’s May 2025 Miu Miu Cover Story

    TWICE’s Momo is captivating fans and fashion enthusiasts alike as the cover star for Marie Claire Japon’s May 2025 issue,…

    Japan, K-pop, KT
  • S.Korea’s Lee to make diplomatic debut at G7 after phone call with Trump

    Jun 8, 2025
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    S.Korea’s Lee to make diplomatic debut at G7 after phone call with Trump

    South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung (left) holds his first phone call with Trump on June 6,2025 (Courtesy of AFP…

    Alberta, Discussion, Donald Trump, G7, Japan, Seoul
  • IVE’s Rei Captivates in L’OFFICIEL Singapore x Polo Ralph Lauren June-July 2025 Cover Preview

    Jun 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    IVE’s Rei Captivates in L’OFFICIEL Singapore x Polo Ralph Lauren June-July 2025 Cover Preview

    Photo Credits: L’OFFICIEL Singapore. Starship Entertainment IVE’s Rei graces the June-July 2025 cover pictorial of L’OFFICIEL Singapore, collaborating with the…

    Japan, K-pop, Photography, 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