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  • GIC at forefront of $413-mn deal to buy hotels from S.Korea’s DL Group

    Feb 12, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    GIC at forefront of $413-mn deal to buy hotels from S.Korea’s DL Group

    GLAD hotel in Seoul (Courtesy of DL)  Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC Pte. is given a prior right to buy…

    Jeju, Medical, Seoul
  • S.Korea’s bagel sensation London Bagel attracts multiple foreign investors

    Feb 9, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    S.Korea’s bagel sensation London Bagel attracts multiple foreign investors

    London Bagel Museum bgels and sandwiches  London Bagel Museum, which has ignited a bagel fad in South Korea, has drawn…

    coffee, Global Expansion, Japan, Jeju, Korean Food, Parents, Seoul
  • 10-Day South Korea Itinerary (Feb 14–24): Feedback Welcome!

    Jan 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip to South Korea from Feb 14 to 24 and want to focus on outdoor…

    history, Jeju, KT, LG, myeongdong, North Korea, Peace, Seoul, travel
  • Black box of doomed Jeju Air flight stopped recording 2 kilometers from runway, says preliminary report

    Jan 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Black box of doomed Jeju Air flight stopped recording 2 kilometers from runway, says preliminary report

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

    Jeju
  • S.Korea’s economy grows 2.0% in 2024; Q4 GDP below forecast

    Jan 23, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    S.Korea’s economy grows 2.0% in 2024; Q4 GDP below forecast

    Empty shops on the street in Seoul, waiting for new tenants (Courtesy New1 Korea)  South Korea’s economy expanded 2.0% last…

    fail, Jeju, martial law, Seoul
  • 흑돼지 돌솥 비빔밥 – Recipe for the pork dish?

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    흑돼지 돌솥 비빔밥 – Recipe for the pork dish?

    Hi everyone! I recently went to Seoul for vacation and went to BTS famous restaurant called Yoojung Sikdang. I ordered…

    Bibimbap, BTS, Jeju, Pork, Seoul
  • BOK lowers growth forecasts to bolster rate cut expectations

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    BOK lowers growth forecasts to bolster rate cut expectations

    President Yoon Suk Yeol is taken to the Seoul Detention Center after being questioned at the Corruption Investigation Office for…

    Donald Trump, fail, Jeju, martial law, Question, Seoul
  • Insightful post on training of Korean pilots

    Jan 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This is an older post (~12 years) after the Asiana crash in San Francisco, but I think it would still…

    Jeju
  • Jeju United changes name to Jeju SK FC

    Jan 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Jeju United changes name to Jeju SK FC

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

    Jeju
  • Muan Jeju Air Flight – My Theory

    Jan 4, 2025
    in Community

    So this is what happened in my humble opinion. I’m not a pilot nor an expert but I’ve watched a…

    Jeju
  • Jeju Air Accident

    Dec 31, 2024
    in Community

    To native Korean in this subreddit: To some aviation experts, the main cause of the passenger and crew fatalities is…

    Jeju
  • 146 crash victims identified as gov’t, localities and Jeju Air intensify disaster recovery efforts

    Dec 31, 2024
    in Community
    146 crash victims identified as gov’t, localities and Jeju Air intensify disaster recovery efforts

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

    Jeju
  • Live updates: Korea in mourning as investigations into Jeju Air disaster begin

    Dec 30, 2024
    in Community
    Live updates: Korea in mourning as investigations into Jeju Air disaster begin

    submitted by /u/madrobot52 [link] [comments]

    Jeju
  • Current state of aid for the bereaved families of the disaster

    Dec 29, 2024
    in Community

    Regarding the Jeju Air passenger plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province on December 29, 2024, the…

    Jeju, Medical, Military
  • South Korean passenger plane carrying 181 crashes, killing most   

    Dec 29, 2024
    in News
    South Korean passenger plane carrying 181 crashes, killing most   

    The wreckage of Jeju Air plane after its crash in Muan, South Jeolla Province on Dec. 29, 2024 (Courtesy of…

    fail, history, Jeju
  • South Korea mulls temporary visa waiver for group Chinese tourists

    Dec 26, 2024
    in News
    South Korea mulls temporary visa waiver for group Chinese tourists

    A cruise ship carrying Chinese group tourists to Jeju Island (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korea is considering temporary visa exemptions…

    Chinese Tourists, Jeju, martial law, Naver, Seoul, Shopping, Tourism, travel
  • Is it common for taxi drivers to send tourists to shops they are affiliated with?

    Dec 24, 2024
    in Community

    Once he learnt we were on our way to a bbq pork restaurant he made claims of there being snow…

    driver, Jeju, Pork
  • What are all the regions of South Korea?

    Dec 11, 2024
    in Community

    I’ve tried to make a list of all the regions of Korea. I know that some of the biggest cities…

    Busan, Jeju, Question, Seoul, travel
  • Affinity to turn top Korean car rental firms into mobility service providers

    Dec 10, 2024
    in News
    Affinity to turn top Korean car rental firms into mobility service providers

    Min Byung-chul, head of Affinity Equity Partners’ South Korean operations, talks to The Korea Economic Daily at the private equity…

    Affinity, Jeju, Koreans, Lotte, Seoul
  • Hong Kong-based PEF Affinity Equity to acquire control of Lotte Rental

    Dec 6, 2024
    in News
    Hong Kong-based PEF Affinity Equity to acquire control of Lotte Rental

    Lotte Rental is Korea’s No. 1 car rental and leasing firm Affinity Equity Partners, a Hong Kong-based investment firm, will…

    Affinity, Busan, Jeju, KT, Lotte
  • Korean stocks diverge: Winners, losers of Yoon’s martial law debacle

    Dec 4, 2024
    in News
    Korean stocks diverge: Winners, losers of Yoon’s martial law debacle

    The Kospi index ended down 1.4% at 2,464.00 on Wednesday South Korean stocks showed clear divergences on Monday amid a…

    BTS, Donald Trump, fail, Jeju, Kakao, Lawmakers, POSCO, Tourism, travel
  • Korea’s LCCs to counter headwinds with exclusive routes, lower fares

    Dec 2, 2024
    in News
    Korea’s LCCs to counter headwinds with exclusive routes, lower fares

    Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul (File photo) South Korea’s budget airlines are geared up to weather the sector’s downturn…

    Busan, Japan, Jeju, Seoul, travel
  • Korean Air-Asiana merger to spur M&A among budget carriers

    Nov 29, 2024
    in News
    Korean Air-Asiana merger to spur M&A among budget carriers

    Gimpo International Airport in Seoul (File photo) Korean Air Lines Co.’s prospective acquisition of Asiana Airlines Inc. is expected to…

    Busan, Jeju, Seoul
  • Why Jeju-Seoul Is The Busiest Flight Route In The World

    Nov 28, 2024
    in Community
    Why Jeju-Seoul Is The Busiest Flight Route In The World

    submitted by /u/WeirdArgument7009 [link] [comments]

    Jeju, Seoul
  • SEVENTEEN’s Boo Seungkwan, who is truly an amazing person, has now officially become the Ambassador of Jeju Island, Congrats 🎉

    Nov 19, 2024
    in Community

    Honestly speaking with everything that has happened thus far, and with the negativity that has been arising lately (especially with…

    Busan, family, Jeju
  • Can Koreans understand a Jeju dialect?

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    I’m a foreigner living in Korea. And I came with my other foreigner friend who does not speak Korean. I…

    Busan, daegu, Jeju, Koreans, travel
  • American live-streamer indicted in South Korea over offensive antics

    Nov 13, 2024
    in Community
    American live-streamer indicted in South Korea over offensive antics

    This retarded guy thinks he could escape Korea with this purple-colored passport AKA emergency passport. His supporters told him should…

    Jeju
  • Korea’s DL Group to sell hotels for $462 mn in further restructuring

    Nov 12, 2024
    in News
    Korea’s DL Group to sell hotels for $462 mn in further restructuring

    Maison Glad on Jeju Island, South Korea. DL Group plans to sell the tourist hotel along with two business hotels…

    Jeju, Seoul
  • Hotel Shilla to open 16th Shilla Stay in Jeonju

    Nov 8, 2024
    in News
    Hotel Shilla to open 16th Shilla Stay in Jeonju

    South Korea’s Hotel Shilla, said on Thursday that it will open its 16th Shilla Stay hotel in Jeonju, North Jeolla…

    daegu, Jeju, Seoul
  • Hyundai completes moving hydrogen charging station in Jeju

    Nov 5, 2024
    in News
    Hyundai completes moving hydrogen charging station in Jeju

    Hyundai Motor Co. said on Monday that it completed the H Jeju Moving Station, a mobile hydrogen charging facility, at…

    Hyundai, Jeju, Seoul
  • Jeju felt like a pleasant fever dream.

    Nov 3, 2024
    in Community
    Jeju felt like a pleasant fever dream.

    I loved Korea so much that had to go again. The word beautiful doesn’t do it justice. submitted by /u/gelo_33…

    Jeju, Justice
  • Self-driving tech startup RideFlux raises $1.9 mn in Series B

    Oct 31, 2024
    in News
    Self-driving tech startup RideFlux raises $1.9 mn in Series B

    RideFlux self-driving car (Courtesy of RideFlux) RideFlux Inc., a South Korean autonomous driving technology startup, has raised 26 billion won…

    Busan, driver, Hwaseong, Jeju, Kakao, Seoul
  • Is Abalone porridge common in local restaurant?

    Oct 30, 2024
    in Community
    Is Abalone porridge common in local restaurant?

    I have tried only in Jeju airport. Would like to eat this in local restaurant/stall as well. Where do you…

    Jeju
  • What are best artbook stores, local artists merch?

    Oct 29, 2024
    in Community

    Im searching for bookstores focused on visual medium like graphic novels, albums, books about art or design. Also what are…

    Advice, Jeju, Seoul
  • TheBorn Korea eyes M&As, overseas expansion after $73.7 million IPO

    Oct 28, 2024
    in News
    TheBorn Korea eyes M&As, overseas expansion after $73.7 million IPO

    Paik Jong-won, founder and CEO of TheBorn Korea, meets the press ahead of the firm’s IPO TheBorn Korea Inc., a…

    Celebrity, coffee, Jeju, Korean Food
  • Rent a car in jeju

    Oct 17, 2024
    in Community

    Hello! For those who have reserved a car for Jeju: Is it possible to pay with a debit card? Most…

    Jeju
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    Hanwha Ocean acquired Philadephia-based Philly Shipyard, rebranded as Hanwha Philly… Read more: US denounces China’s sanctions on Hanwha Ocean’s US arms
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    The Galleri® test (Screen captured from Grail website) Samsung Electronics… Read more: Samsung to invest $110 mn in Grail to bring early-cancer test to Asia

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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