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  • How is Korean rock music from the 1960’s to the 1980’s viewed by the majority of Koreans (older and younger) in comparison to Anglo-American and Japanese rock music of the same era?

    May 23, 2025
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    I read that foreign rock records were banned by the military dictatorship following a marijuana scandal in 1975 that involved…

    Japan, Koreans, Military, Scandal
  • IVE’s Rei Captivates in Cosmopolitan Korea x KINKO June 2025: A Fresh Look at the Rising K-pop Star

    May 23, 2025
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    IVE’s Rei Captivates in Cosmopolitan Korea x KINKO June 2025: A Fresh Look at the Rising K-pop Star

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment. Cosmopolitan Korea KINKO Fans of K-pop group IVE are in for a treat as Rei, the…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • Europe looms large as K-beauty brands look to blue ocean; shares rise

    May 23, 2025
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    Europe looms large as K-beauty brands look to blue ocean; shares rise

    Sulwhasoo is AmorePacific’s premium cosmetics brand South Korea’s beauty industry has been reaping decent gains from traditionally strong markets such…

    Japan, Joseon, Samsung, Seoul
  • U.S. Considers Withdrawing Thousands of Troops From South Korea

    May 23, 2025
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    U.S. Considers Withdrawing Thousands of Troops From South Korea

    U.S. Army soldiers participated in an exercise with South Korean troops in Yeoncheon recently. Photo: Kim Jae-Hwan/Zuma Press WASHINGTON—The Trump administration is…

    Discussion, Japan, Military, North Korea, Peace, Pyongyang, Seoul, Ukraine
  • How Do Some Songs ‘Go Viral’ Only on global Spotify??

    May 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    If you think… It’s really wild how some songs explode with insane day 1 streams (think 10M+ from an artist…

    Japan, LG
  • SK Earthon secures rights to explore 2 offshore oil blocks in Indonesia

    May 22, 2025
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    SK Earthon secures rights to explore 2 offshore oil blocks in Indonesia

    Indonesian Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia (left), SKK Migas chief Dwi Soetjipto (right), SK Earthon executive Kim…

    Japan, Seoul, study, Survey
  • Japan Music Awards – BEST K-POP SONG IN JAPAN

    May 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    The award ceremony took place Japan Music Awards 2025. The best K-pop song in Japan was recognized as Ditto by…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop
  • Mirae Asset Global Investments’ AUM tops $288 bn as global push pays off

    May 21, 2025
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    Mirae Asset Global Investments’ AUM tops $288 bn as global push pays off

    Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. now manages more than 400 trillion won ($288 billion) in assets for the first time…

    driver, Global Expansion, Japan, LG
  • Korean financial firms launch global IR blitz to woo foreign capital  

    May 21, 2025
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    Korean financial firms launch global IR blitz to woo foreign capital  

    Yeouido financial district  Chiefs of South Korea’s major financial groups – Shinhan, Woori and iM – are ramping up global…

    daegu, germany, Japan
  • Why do a lot of Big Tech Companies not have Korean translation?

    May 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This may be a weird question, but I have been trying to either find English-Korean and Korean-English dictionaries from companies…

    Japan, Question
  • Bill Clinton in Seoul to meet with MBK’s ByungJu Kim, business leaders

    May 21, 2025
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    Bill Clinton in Seoul to meet with MBK’s ByungJu Kim, business leaders

    MBK Partners founder and Chairman Michael ByungJu Kim Michael ByungJu Kim, co-founder, partner and chairman of Seoul-based private equity firm…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Korea Development, purpose, Seoul, Social Media
  • Shin Ramyun noodles copycat recipe? (not spice pack – noodles)

    May 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Searching recipe sites, I only get the “add instant noodle pack” to something (usually nasty combinations). I’m interested in making…

    Japan
  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard to localize LNG builds, expand capacity

    May 19, 2025
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    Hanwha Philly Shipyard to localize LNG builds, expand capacity

    Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Courtesy of Hanwha Group) Hanwha Group will significantly increase production capacity at its US shipyard…

    Hyundai, Japan
  • Korea’s aesthetic medicine enjoys golden era with surge in foreign spending

    May 19, 2025
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    Korea’s aesthetic medicine enjoys golden era with surge in foreign spending

    Cosmetologist does injections for lips augmentation and anti wrinkle therapy at an beauty salon (Courtesy of Getty Images) As beauty-conscious…

    Japan, K-pop, Medical, Samsung, Seoul, Tourism
  • K-Pop Universe Music Fest 2025 in Barcelona: Wonho, Big Ocean, Rolling Quartz, KISU, and 8TURN Headline Star-Studded Lineup-Dates

    May 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-Pop Universe Music Fest 2025 in Barcelona: Wonho, Big Ocean, Rolling Quartz, KISU, and 8TURN Headline Star-Studded Lineup-Dates

    Photo Credit: Rolling Star Entertainment Barcelona is set to become the epicenter of K-pop excitement this June as the K-Pop…

    history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG
  • [MUSIC VIDEO] X:IN’s “Attention Seeker” MV Shines: Meet the Multinational K-pop Group and Their Rising Members

    May 18, 2025
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    [MUSIC VIDEO] X:IN’s “Attention Seeker” MV Shines: Meet the Multinational K-pop Group and Their Rising Members

    Photo Credits:  BeBy Entertainment X:IN, the multinational girl group making waves in the K-pop scene, has returned with their electrifying…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • WHIB Shines in @Style Magazine May 2025 Pictorial: Inside the Rise of K-Pop’s Stylish New Icons

    May 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    WHIB Shines in @Style Magazine May 2025 Pictorial: Inside the Rise of K-Pop’s Stylish New Icons

    Photo Credits @Style. CJeS Entertainment WHIB, the rising South Korean boy group under CJeS Entertainment, is making waves with their…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • VVS Debuts with Captivating Mini Album D.I.M.M. and Stunning Liwon Concept Photos – Meet the Rising K-Pop Sensations

    May 18, 2025
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    VVS Debuts with Captivating Mini Album D.I.M.M. and Stunning Liwon Concept Photos – Meet the Rising K-Pop Sensations

    Photo Credits: MZMC Emerging onto the vibrant K-pop scene, VVS has officially unveiled their first mini album, D.I.M.M., marking an exciting…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • LE SSERAFIM Unveils Nostalgic YLANG Concept Photos for Japan 4th Single “DIFFERENT”

    May 17, 2025
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    LE SSERAFIM Unveils Nostalgic YLANG Concept Photos for Japan 4th Single “DIFFERENT”

    Photo Credits: Source Music. YG Plus LE SSERAFIM, the powerhouse K-pop girl group, is once again capturing fans’ hearts with…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • K-Beauty defies seasonal slump with record $980 mn in April exports

    May 16, 2025
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    K-Beauty defies seasonal slump with record $980 mn in April exports

    Korean cosmetics displayed in a Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris, France  Global appetite for Korean beauty products shows no…

    history, Japan, Joseon, KT, LG, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media
  • IVE’s Wonyoung Shines as Dashing Diva’s New Model: Latest Brand Ambassadorship and Upcoming IVE Events

    May 16, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    IVE’s Wonyoung Shines as Dashing Diva’s New Model: Latest Brand Ambassadorship and Upcoming IVE Events

    Photo Credits: Dashing Diva. Starship Entertainment IVE’s Wonyoung has been officially named the new model for the global self-nail brand…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • KickFlip Unveils ‘Kick Out, Flip Now!’ After School Concept Photos Ahead of Anticipated Comeback and Upcoming Events

    May 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    KickFlip Unveils ‘Kick Out, Flip Now!’ After School Concept Photos Ahead of Anticipated Comeback and Upcoming Events

    Photo/Video Credits: JYP Entertainment. KickFlip. KCON japan Rookie boy group KickFlip is amping up excitement for their upcoming second mini…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • ILLIT Shines on Vogue Korea’s June 2025 Cover as K-pop Group Confirms Comeback and Major Fan Events

    May 14, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ILLIT Shines on Vogue Korea’s June 2025 Cover as K-pop Group Confirms Comeback and Major Fan Events

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea. Belift Lab. HYBE The K-pop world is buzzing as ILLIT, the breakout girl group formed by…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Social Media
  • NCT’s Mark Shines on Dazed Korea x Polo Ralph Lauren June 2025 Cover Amid Solo Success and Group Activities

    May 13, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    NCT’s Mark Shines on Dazed Korea x Polo Ralph Lauren June 2025 Cover Amid Solo Success and Group Activities

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment. Dazed Korea. Polo Ralph Lauren NCT’s Mark is making headlines once again, this time as the…

    Japan, K-pop, Photography, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Half of Seoul offices over 30 years old amid limited new supply

    May 13, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Half of Seoul offices over 30 years old amid limited new supply

    Office buildings clustered near Gangnam Station (Courtesy of Seoul Metropolitan Government) About half of the office buildings in Seoul’s major…

    Japan, Seoul, Survey, Tokyo
  • Meet SMORZ: Echo Entertainment’s New K-pop Girl Group Debuting in 2025 – Members, Bios, and First Impressions

    May 12, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Meet SMORZ: Echo Entertainment’s New K-pop Girl Group Debuting in 2025 – Members, Bios, and First Impressions

    Photo Credits: Echo Entertainment Echo Entertainment is making waves in the K-pop scene with the introduction of its highly anticipated…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • KIIRAS: Meet the Multinational K-pop Girl Group Making Waves with Their Debut Single This 29th of May

    May 12, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    KIIRAS: Meet the Multinational K-pop Girl Group Making Waves with Their Debut Single This 29th of May

    Photo Credits: Lean Branding A fresh wave is about to hit the K-pop scene as KIIRAS, a six-member girl group…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • tripleS Lights Up K-Pop with “ASSEMBLE25” Album and Becomes Shiseido Professional ULTIST Global Ambassador

    May 12, 2025
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    tripleS Lights Up K-Pop with “ASSEMBLE25” Album and Becomes Shiseido Professional ULTIST Global Ambassador

    Photo Credits: Shiseido. MODHAUS. Sony Music Japan  tripleS is making waves in the K-pop world once again, celebrating the release…

    Japan, K-pop
  • ARVVY Shines: Meet the Rising K-Pop Group Set for Japan’s 2025 World Music Festival

    May 11, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ARVVY Shines: Meet the Rising K-Pop Group Set for Japan’s 2025 World Music Festival

    Photo Credits: Eighty6 Company ARVVY, standing for Awaken Radiant Voices Of Youth, is a five-member South Korean girl group managed…

    Japan, K-pop
  • I was surprised to learn government employee trust in leadership is at 34% in South Korea, Japan, and Singapore, the lowest out of all countries surveyed.

    May 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/HappyHappyJoyJoy44 [link] [comments]

    Japan, Survey
  • Lee Jae-myung adviser conveyed need to boost cooperation with US, Japan during talks at White House

    May 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

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

    Japan
  • Mubadala, Goldman Sachs to invest $700 mn in Kakao Mobility

    May 9, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Mubadala, Goldman Sachs to invest $700 mn in Kakao Mobility

    Kakao Mobility was founded in 2017 United Arab Emirates’ sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment Co. and Goldman Sachs are set…

    Japan, Kakao, Korea Development, LG, Seoul
  • What’s better in Korea than Japan?

    May 8, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi guys, I’m a highschool student. I want o know that what does Korea have that better than Japan, especially…

    Japan
  • CJ CheilJedang to open $72-million dumpling plant in Japan

    May 8, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    CJ CheilJedang to open $72-million dumpling plant in Japan

    Bibigo products (Courtesy of CJ CheilJedang)  South Korea’s largest food company, CJ CheilJedang Corp., is shifting into high gear in…

    CJ Cheiljedang, germany, Global Expansion, Japan, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food
  • Sung Hanbin Shines on Marie Claire Korea x Swarovski May 2025 Digital Cover: Latest Updates on ZB1’s Rising Star

    May 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Sung Hanbin Shines on Marie Claire Korea x Swarovski May 2025 Digital Cover: Latest Updates on ZB1’s Rising Star

    Photo Credits: Wake One Entertainment – Marie Claire Korea Sung Hanbin, the charismatic leader of ZEROBASEONE (ZB1), has captured the…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
  • Choi Yena Shines in Dazed Korea May 2025 Preview and Celebrates Solo Success

    May 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Choi Yena Shines in Dazed Korea May 2025 Preview and Celebrates Solo Success

    Photo Credits: Dazed Korea Yue Hua Korea Choi Yena, the beloved singer and former IZ*ONE member, is captivating fans once…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Tokyo
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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