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  • ‘AI race shifts from building models to rebuilding companies’

    Jul 17, 2026
    in News
    ‘AI race shifts from building models to rebuilding companies’

    JEJU ISLAND — Companies hoping to gain an edge in the artificial intelligence (AI) era should spend less time chasing…

    Jeju
  • Whale shark sighting near Jeju signals changing ecosystem as waters warm

    Jul 14, 2026
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    Whale shark sighting near Jeju signals changing ecosystem as waters warm

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

    Jeju
  • You know what’s crazy to me? Unmanned convenience stores opened 24 / 7 based on the honor system.

    Jul 7, 2026
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    There’s a small no-name convenience store just around from me that stocks ice creams and snacks. No one is in…

    coffee, Jeju
  • Foreign man kissing ‘haenyeo’ statue in Jeju sparks outrage

    Jul 6, 2026
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    Foreign man kissing ‘haenyeo’ statue in Jeju sparks outrage

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

    Jeju
  • Map of Jeju Island in the Korea Strait (1894)

    Jul 5, 2026
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    Map of Jeju Island in the Korea Strait (1894)

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

    Jeju
  • The Beautiful Sunset on Jeju Island, South Korea

    Jul 3, 2026
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    The Beautiful Sunset on Jeju Island, South Korea

    submitted by /u/FreemenDelivered8964 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • Debate over Samsung, SK Hynix’s second chip cluster in Korea heats up: Is it feasible?

    Jun 29, 2026
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    Debate over Samsung, SK Hynix’s second chip cluster in Korea heats up: Is it feasible?

    Debate over Samsung, SK Hynix’s second chip cluster in Korea heats up: Is it feasible? The Honam region in southwestern…

    fail, Jeju, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, SK Hynix, Stress
  • Long road ahead for Korea-US nuclear sub cooperation, says ex-US official

    Jun 26, 2026
    in News
    Long road ahead for Korea-US nuclear sub cooperation, says ex-US official

    SEOGWIPO, Jeju Island — Korea’s pursuit of nuclear-powered submarines still faces a long road ahead despite Seoul’s hopes of producing…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, Jeju, Military, Seoul
  • Rain to continue nationwide through evening after heavy downpours

    Jun 20, 2026
    in News
    Rain to continue nationwide through evening after heavy downpours

    Rain is expected to continue across South Korea through Saturday evening after heavy downpours drenched much of the country overnight,…

    daegu, Jeju, Seoul
  • South Korea, 2026 — a few photographs from Seoul and Jeju.

    Jun 19, 2026
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    South Korea, 2026 — a few photographs from Seoul and Jeju.

    submitted by /u/flo7211 [link] [comments]

    Jeju, Seoul
  • Seafood Ramen (in Jeju)

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Seafood Ramen (in Jeju)

    Missing this absolute seafood explosion of a ramen from Jeju Island🤤 submitted by /u/Mediocre_Driver_3954 [link] [comments]

    driver, Jeju
  • Laundry? Nope. Squid.

    Jun 9, 2026
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    Laundry? Nope. Squid.

    Drying squid in Jeju. submitted by /u/ImportanceNo1316 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • One thing you can’t avoid in Jeju

    Jun 8, 2026
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    One thing you can’t avoid in Jeju

    It happened again. submitted by /u/ImportanceNo1316 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • “I am living happily”: Former idol finds new life as flight attendant after group disbands

    May 29, 2026
    in News
    “I am living happily”: Former idol finds new life as flight attendant after group disbands

    It is a question that has crossed the minds of every K-pop fan at least once: What do idols do…

    Jeju, K-pop, Military, Question, Social Media
  • “I thought people didn’t steal bags in Korea”… Thief caught, turns out to be a foreigner

    May 28, 2026
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    “I thought people didn’t steal bags in Korea”… Thief caught, turns out to be a foreigner

    Foreigner Arrested for Stealing Bag Left on Jeju Beach Bench The Jeju Seobu Police Station announced on the 27th that…

    Crime, Jeju
  • Grilled Beltfish/Hairtail is one of my favorites

    May 21, 2026
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    Grilled Beltfish/Hairtail is one of my favorites

    Another Jeju special from a restaurant called Jegal-Yang submitted by /u/binh291 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • The inhumane way kpop fans view Korea is scary

    May 19, 2026
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    I scrolled through TikTok and saw a KBS news report about a really devasting case which a highschool girl were…

    Jeju, KT
  • A must when visiting Jeju Island- Bomal Kalguksu

    May 15, 2026
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    A must when visiting Jeju Island- Bomal Kalguksu

    With special guest haemul pajeon! submitted by /u/PunchyWunchySupreme [link] [comments]

    Jeju, LG
  • Korean student accused of assaulting teacher for 20 minutes, throwing chair

    May 15, 2026
    in News
    Korean student accused of assaulting teacher for 20 minutes, throwing chair

    Education authorities in Jeju are investigating an incident where an elementary school student allegedly assaulted a teacher for about 20…

    Jeju, request
  • Jeju Kimbap

    May 14, 2026
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    Jeju Kimbap

    submitted by /u/binh291 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • Korean destroyer to join 250th anniversary US naval fleet review

    May 11, 2026
    in News
    Korean destroyer to join 250th anniversary US naval fleet review

    The Korean destroyer Munmu the Great departed for the United States Monday, beginning a trans-Pacific voyage to join a massive…

    Japan, Jeju, Seoul
  • Woorisool Jeju Tangerine makgeolli tasted like juice that went bad. Is it normal?

    May 10, 2026
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    I have tried peach makgeolli before and I loved it. Now in my local Korean market I saw this flavor…

    Jeju
  • Union wants foreign language teachers to know their rights

    May 1, 2026
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    Union wants foreign language teachers to know their rights

    She broke her foot, and still had to go to work. While her students were busy taking a test, she…

    Busan, Crime, daegu, Daejeon, Discrimination, fail, Japan, Jeju, Koreans, KT, Minimum Wage, Seoul, Stress, study
  • Jeju Seafood Cream Pasta

    Apr 27, 2026
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    Jeju Seafood Cream Pasta

    submitted by /u/Extension-Ask-0 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • Dayoung: The Girl Who Chose Herself — MAPS Summer 2026

    Apr 17, 2026
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    Dayoung: The Girl Who Chose Herself — MAPS Summer 2026

    Credits: Maps, Photography YANG JOONGSAN, produced by PARK SEOHA, Styling DOOOHO, Hair RYU DONGHO, Make-up JO HYEME, Dayoung / Starship…

    history, Japan, Jeju, K-pop, KT, LG, Photography, Seoul
  • Why president keeps showing up at theaters after work

    Apr 16, 2026
    in News
    Why president keeps showing up at theaters after work

    President Lee Jae Myung has stepped up his attendance at cultural events after working hours, in what is seen as…

    history, Jeju, modern history
  • Aging candidate pool in superintendent race raises concerns over lack of younger leadership

    Apr 12, 2026
    in News
    Aging candidate pool in superintendent race raises concerns over lack of younger leadership

    With the June 3 local elections nearing, the superintendent race is drawing concern for its aging candidate pool, with most…

    Busan, daegu, Daejeon, Jeju
  • I ate Korean fruit for a full year and the seasonal differences are insane — here’s what to eat every month (with prices)

    Apr 4, 2026
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    I ate Korean fruit for a full year and the seasonal differences are insane — here’s what to eat every month (with prices)

    https://preview.redd.it/v04hi66555tg1.jpg?width=5504&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b6f58f816261dc9d351e2e9ff94b4fab900daaa0 I kept hearing that Korean fruit is expensive and honestly? It is. But once I understood the seasonal system…

    Jeju, Koreans, Naver, Question, Seoul
  • Lee vows to hold those who commit state violence accountable in honor of 1948 Jeju massacre victims

    Mar 30, 2026
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    Lee vows to hold those who commit state violence accountable in honor of 1948 Jeju massacre victims

    President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday vowed to hold those who commit state violence accountable and remove the statutes of…

    Japan, Jeju, Military, Peace
  • This is Perilla Leaf (깻잎) — Korea’s most underrated herb. Have you ever tried it?

    Mar 24, 2026
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    Perilla leaf (깻잎, Kkaennip) is one of Korea’s most beloved herbs, but almost unknown outside of Asia. Koreans call it…

    Jeju, Kimchi, Koreans
  • Why did Jeju soccer fans hold anti-racism placards before match?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Why did Jeju soccer fans hold anti-racism placards before match?

    Racial slurs targeting a player for Jeju SK FC have prompted the club’s supporters to launch an anti-racism campaign and…

    Crime, family, Jeju, Seoul, Social Media
  • Families of Jeju Air crash victims protest discovery of additional remains

    Mar 9, 2026
    in News
    Families of Jeju Air crash victims protest discovery of additional remains

    The bereaved families of the victims of the Jeju Air plane crash in late 2024 on Monday protested the recent…

    Jeju, Protest, Punishment, Seoul
  • I did a 3,000 km (1,900-mile) bike ride across Korea, and here’s a montage

    Feb 20, 2026
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    I did a 3,000 km (1,900-mile) bike ride across Korea, and here’s a montage

    I rode for three weeks straight last September to collect all the official certification stamps in the country. I started…

    Busan, daegu, Jeju
  • Heavy snow grounds flights at Jeju airport, stranding about 11,000 passengers

    Feb 8, 2026
    in News
    Heavy snow grounds flights at Jeju airport, stranding about 11,000 passengers

    Heavy snow grounded flights at Jeju International Airport on Sunday, stranding an estimated 11,000 passengers on Korea’s southern resort island,…

    Jeju, Warning
  • Remains of 7 Jeju massacre victims missing for 77 years identified

    Feb 5, 2026
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    Remains of 7 Jeju massacre victims missing for 77 years identified

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

    Jeju
  • Remains of 7 Jeju massacre victims missing for 77 years identified

    Feb 5, 2026
    in News
    Remains of 7 Jeju massacre victims missing for 77 years identified

    Seven sets of remains from the Jeju April 3 Uprising whose identities had been unknown for 77 years have been…

    Daejeon, Jeju, Peace
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Latest Korean News

  • AMCHAM wraps up Washington mission, launches ‘K-Doorknock’July 22, 2026
    The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) concluded its… Read more: AMCHAM wraps up Washington mission, launches ‘K-Doorknock’
  • Korea busts record 1 ton of smuggled drugs in 1st half of 2026July 22, 2026
    Korean customs authorities seized a record 1,007 kilograms of narcotics… Read more: Korea busts record 1 ton of smuggled drugs in 1st half of 2026
  • ‘Teach You a Lesson,’ ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ lead K-dramas on Netflix in 1st halfJuly 22, 2026
    Korean content accounted for the largest share of non-English programming… Read more: ‘Teach You a Lesson,’ ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ lead K-dramas on Netflix in 1st half
  • Foreign holdings of domestic stocks push up Korea’s financial liabilitiesJuly 22, 2026
    A surge in Korean stocks boosted the value of local… Read more: Foreign holdings of domestic stocks push up Korea’s financial liabilities
  • From mountain peaks to film sets, foreign tourists redefine Seoul itinerariesJuly 22, 2026
    Foreign visitors are increasingly venturing beyond Seoul’s iconic shopping districts… Read more: From mountain peaks to film sets, foreign tourists redefine Seoul itineraries

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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