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  • I just listened to Red Velvet’s in discography in full for the first time (Korean + Japanese releases) AMA!!

    Sep 11, 2025
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    I’ve been a ReVeluv since Ice Cream Cake came out but I’ve never listened to their discography in full because…

    Japan
  • TWICE Jihyo Dazzles in Dazed Korea’s 2025 JEWEL&WATCH x Kuho Plus Pictorial Preview

    Sep 11, 2025
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    TWICE Jihyo Dazzles in Dazed Korea’s 2025 JEWEL&WATCH x Kuho Plus Pictorial Preview

    Photo Credits: Dazed Korea Kuho Plus JYP Entertainment TWICE’s Jihyo continues to mesmerize fans, gracing the pages of Dazed Korea with a…

    Japan, K-pop, Photography
  • Yves Redefines Grace and Artistic Poise in Girl Houyhnhnm’s September 2025 Pictorial

    Sep 11, 2025
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    Yves Redefines Grace and Artistic Poise in Girl Houyhnhnm’s September 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: Paix Per Mil GOLDEN MOON Girl Houyhnhnm In the world of contemporary music and fashion, few figures embody…

    Curiosity, Discussion, history, Japan, K-pop, purpose, travel
  • Stray Kids Unveil Japan Season’s Greetings 2026 FORCE Concept with Striking Fashion-Forward Teasers and Powerful Visual Identity

    Sep 11, 2025
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    Stray Kids Unveil Japan Season’s Greetings 2026 FORCE Concept with Striking Fashion-Forward Teasers and Powerful Visual Identity

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Korea Epic Records Japan Stray Kids have unveiled their upcoming Japan Season’s Greetings 2026: FORCE concept with a…

    Japan, K-pop
  • ONE PACT Brings Fresh Energy in FINEBOYS +plus BEAUTY Vol. 12 Pictorial Preview

    Sep 10, 2025
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    ONE PACT Brings Fresh Energy in FINEBOYS +plus BEAUTY Vol. 12 Pictorial Preview

    Photo Credits: ARMADA Entertainment Hinode Publishing ONE PACT, a rising K-pop group that debuted in 2023, continues to make waves…

    Japan, K-pop, LG
  • XG’s Cocona Stuns in Striking ‘GALA’ Teaser Images Ahead of Highly Anticipated First Full Album Release

    Sep 10, 2025
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    XG’s Cocona Stuns in Striking ‘GALA’ Teaser Images Ahead of Highly Anticipated First Full Album Release

    Photo Credits: XGALX AVEX Japan XG has once again set the stage for anticipation with the release of teaser images…

    Curiosity, Japan, K-pop, LG, purpose, Social Media
  • Korea’s Kospi hits historic high, with rally seen extending

    Sep 10, 2025
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    Korea’s Kospi hits historic high, with rally seen extending

    The Kospi hits its historic high of 3,314.53 on September 10, 2025  South Korea’s benchmark stock index closed at a…

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  • South Korea overtaken by Taiwan in monthly exports, weighed down by US tariffs

    Sep 10, 2025
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    South Korea overtaken by Taiwan in monthly exports, weighed down by US tariffs

    Taiwan’s monthly exports overtakeSouth Korea’s for the first time in August, 2025 with Seoul’s shipments weighed by US tariffs Taiwan’s…

    automotive, Donald Trump, Japan, Seoul, SK Hynix
  • Why do so many Koreans share the same Surename?

    Sep 9, 2025
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    Why do so many Koreans share the same Surename?

    As a Korean, I will answer using my historical knowledge to the best of my knowledge. . . Western and…

    Baekje, family, Goguryeo, Gojoseon, Goryeo, history, Japan, Joseon, Koreans, LG, Silla
  • Seoul warns MASGA project at risk as $350 bn fund talks with Washington stall

    Sep 9, 2025
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    Seoul warns MASGA project at risk as $350 bn fund talks with Washington stall

    Kim Yong-beom (left), the presidential chief of staff for policy South Korea’s negotiations with the US over the launch of…

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  • Samsung Biologics wins $1.3 bn US order, its second-largest ever

    Sep 9, 2025
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    Samsung Biologics wins $1.3 bn US order, its second-largest ever

    Samsung Biologics’ Bio Campus I in Incheon, South Korea (Courtesy of Samsung Biologics)  Samsung Biologics Co. has clinched a 1.8…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Samsung, Seoul
  • Ask to local : K-beauty & wellness shops info in Korea (facials, scalp spas, massages, etc.)

    Sep 9, 2025
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    I’m a local Korean(graduate student) who regularly visits aesthetic/spa/skincare/clinic spots. I see lots of travelers and residents swapping tips here,…

    Advice, Japan, Koreans, Medical, request, Seoul, travel
  • Shin Wonho Reveals Emotional Concept Photos for Upcoming Solo Single ‘Fill Me’ After Cross Gene Journey

    Sep 9, 2025
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    Shin Wonho Reveals Emotional Concept Photos for Upcoming Solo Single ‘Fill Me’ After Cross Gene Journey

    Photo Credits: Amuse Korea Shin Wonho, former member of the K-pop group Cross Gene, has revealed a new collection of…

    Japan, K-pop
  • CIX Unveils Emotional ‘WONDER YOU’ Music Video with Stunning Storytelling and Performance

    Sep 9, 2025
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    CIX Unveils Emotional ‘WONDER YOU’ Music Video with Stunning Storytelling and Performance

    Photo Credits: C9 Entertainment CIX has returned with their latest music video for “니가 궁금해 (WONDER YOU),” offering fans a…

    Curiosity, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Mystery
  • The best wasabi cheese menchi-katsu I’ve ever had

    Sep 9, 2025
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    The best wasabi cheese menchi-katsu I’ve ever had

    It’s not Korean food, but I think Korea has a lot of excellent Japanese restaurants. In particular, there are so…

    Cheese, Japan, Korean Food
  • A thought about group names and if they are known internationally by that name or go by another name depending on the country/language

    Sep 8, 2025
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    So I have been a stan of my ult boy group, TVXQ! since early 2004 and whilst watching a show…

    Japan, K-pop, Question
  • Park Jihoon Showcases Timeless Elegance for 呈仕CITER Magazine September 2025 Issue

    Sep 8, 2025
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    Park Jihoon Showcases Timeless Elegance for 呈仕CITER Magazine September 2025 Issue

    Photo Credits: CITER Magazine YY Entertainment Park Jihoon has once again proven his influence in the fashion and entertainment world…

    Japan
  • Do large KRW numbers ever confuse you?

    Sep 8, 2025
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    South Korea has quite a small unit of currency, especially compared to similarly developed nations. Western currencies like dollars, euros…

    Japan, Seoul
  • How do you perceive Korean food abroad? (Student research on soft power )

    Sep 8, 2025
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    Hi everyone! I’m a student currently working on my research project about gastrodiplomacy, the use of food as a tool…

    Japan, K-drama, K-pop, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, Question, study
  • idle’s Soyeon and Yuqi Named UGG Asia Pacific Brand Ambassadors in 2025

    Sep 8, 2025
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    idle’s Soyeon and Yuqi Named UGG Asia Pacific Brand Ambassadors in 2025

    Photo Credits: UGG Asia Pacific Cube Entertainment LISA of BLACKPINK continues to make waves in the fashion and beauty world…

    Japan, K-pop
  • Onew Unveils Japan 2nd Mini Album ‘SAKU’ with Emotional Themes and Stunning Concept Photos

    Sep 8, 2025
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    Onew Unveils Japan 2nd Mini Album ‘SAKU’ with Emotional Themes and Stunning Concept Photos

    Photo Credits: GRIFFIN Entertainment Onew, the cherished leader and vocalist of SHINee, is set to bring a new wave of…

    Discussion, Japan, K-pop
  • BLACKPINK’s LISA Stuns in Marie Claire Korea x Louis Vuitton 2025 Beauty Issue Cover Preview

    Sep 8, 2025
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    BLACKPINK’s LISA Stuns in Marie Claire Korea x Louis Vuitton 2025 Beauty Issue Cover Preview

    Photo Credits: LLOUD Marie Claire Korea Louis Vuitton LISA of BLACKPINK continues to make waves in the fashion and beauty…

    Japan, K-pop
  • SK Telecom debuts AI agent abroad in Japan’s TimeTree tie-up

    Sep 8, 2025
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    SK Telecom debuts AI agent abroad in Japan’s TimeTree tie-up

    SK Telecom’s A. user (Courtesy of SK Telecom)  South Korea’s SK Telecom Co. is taking its artificial intelligence agent overseas…

    Global Expansion, Japan, Tokyo
  • Ateez Announced as Global Ambassadors for AVIREX, Launching New Collection and Japanese Campaign

    Sep 8, 2025
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    Ateez Announced as Global Ambassadors for AVIREX, Launching New Collection and Japanese Campaign

    Photo Credits: KQ Entertainment Genie Music Ateez, the globally acclaimed K-pop group known for their high-energy performances and trailblazing fashion…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Jun. K of 2PM Drops ‘PRIVACY’ Track Video with Emotional Depth [Music Video]

    Sep 7, 2025
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    Jun. K of 2PM Drops ‘PRIVACY’ Track Video with Emotional Depth [Music Video]

    Photo/Video Credits: JYP Entertainment Jun. K of 2PM has returned with a striking artistic release, unveiling the track video for…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • AM8IC Unveils Official Member Reveal Photos in Striking Monochrome Version

    Sep 7, 2025
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    AM8IC Unveils Official Member Reveal Photos in Striking Monochrome Version

    Photo Credits: TOV Entertainment AM8IC, the newest name to emerge in the world of K-pop, has just unveiled their Official Member…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Where to buy 하효맘? (Or order from the US?)

    Sep 7, 2025
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    Where to buy 하효맘? (Or order from the US?)

    Found these (하효맘) at the Hyundai department store/Starfield in Gangnam and our lives have changed. Does anyone know: Where else…

    Hyundai, Japan, Jeju, travel
  • IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Marie Claire Korea’s 2025 Tommy Jeans Special Edition

    Sep 7, 2025
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    IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Marie Claire Korea’s 2025 Tommy Jeans Special Edition

    Suggested Title: “IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Marie Claire Korea’s 2025 Tommy Jeans Special Edition” Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Tommy…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Mexico Soccer Broadcast Shows flag of Korea in Japan vs Mexico game

    Sep 7, 2025
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    Mexico Soccer Broadcast Shows flag of Korea in Japan vs Mexico game

    So troll they have shown it at least 20 times still havent fixed it. submitted by /u/No-Metal-9189 [link] [comments]

    Japan
  • ‘On Japan’, By Park Kyung-ri (박경리), the author of “Land” (토지)

    Sep 7, 2025
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    박경리: “김선생! 일본을 긍정적으로 볼려면 반드시 실패합니다. 일본은 야만입니다. 본질적으로 야만입니다. 일본의 역사는 칼의 역사일 뿐입니다. 칼싸움의 계속일 뿐 입니다.…

    fail, history, Japan, Joseon, Sex, Tokyo
  • April 1945 Seoul dining: the public endured price-gouging and scraps, while privileged Japanese and Korean collaborator elites drank and feasted behind closed doors

    Sep 6, 2025
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    April 1945 Seoul dining: the public endured price-gouging and scraps, while privileged Japanese and Korean collaborator elites drank and feasted behind closed doors

    As Imperial Japan’s war effort was collapsing in spring 1945, life in colonial Seoul grew increasingly desperate. Ordinary Koreans were…

    Japan, Koreans, myeongdong, Peace, Seoul, Shopping, travel, Warning
  • NiziU’s Mako, Rio, and Maya Bring Editorial Edge to NAILON’s Double Cover

    Sep 6, 2025
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    NiziU’s Mako, Rio, and Maya Bring Editorial Edge to NAILON’s Double Cover

    Photo Credits: NAILON JYP Entertainment NYLON This September, NAILON returns with its highly anticipated second issue, set to release on September 29,…

    Fame, history, Japan, Photography
  • Somi’s own YouTube channel, IMOS, is really fun

    Sep 6, 2025
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    I’m bit burnt out watching idols/groups youtube content but Somi’s own YouTube channel, IMOS, is really breath of fresh air.…

    Japan
  • Korean dramas that desperately need a remake

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Korean dramas that desperately need a remake

    Park Jung-ah, actress in the 2020 remake of the musical “Years of Upheaval,” “Years of Upheaval,” a 36-episode drama that…

    history, Japan, Korean War
  • The Idols and Soloists whose names I’ve unintentionally learnt as new fan

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Hello, I was just reflecting on the idols and soloists whose names I recognise outside of the groups I have…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, LG
  • When Sneakers Dance to the Beat: K‑Pop’s Power Plays in Global Footwear

    Sep 5, 2025
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    When Sneakers Dance to the Beat: K‑Pop’s Power Plays in Global Footwear

    Photo Credits: Puma Fila Nile Vogue Magazine Seoul, 2025. The streets outside Hongdae Station are a frontline runway: chunky New Balances…

    Advertisement, BTS, Celebrity, Gen Z, history, Japan, KT, LG, myeongdong, Peace, Seoul, Subway, 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