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  • 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
  • kpop demon hunters invitation hunters story

    Sep 8, 2025
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    kpop demon hunters invitation hunters story

    kpop demon hunters invitation hunters https://preview.redd.it/tkuuu3uvmvnf1.jpg?width=540&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=78d18a8cca2227d85c566748734ef53a42c4b875 Painting by Shin Yun-bok, a Joseon Dynasty painter The early hunters drew inspiration from…

    Joseon, K-pop, Koreans
  • The Best Day Trips from Seoul: Winter Mountain Treks

    Sep 7, 2025
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    The Best Day Trips from Seoul: Winter Mountain Treks

    Wonhyobong Peak Sanyeongru Sanyeongru from 100 years ago Winter trekking on Bukhansan Mountain is a popular trekking route. Depending on…

    Joseon, Seoul
  • ‘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
  • justice system in joseon

    Sep 4, 2025
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    Recently I’ve been looking into the structure of Joseon and its court, and I was wondering where those accused of…

    Crime, Joseon, Justice, Punishment
  • What does actual Korean people think about their ancestors relationship with Ming China back then?

    Sep 3, 2025
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    I’m interested on history and heard Ming China and Joseon Korea had a very good relationship back then Unlike actual…

    history, Joseon, Koreans
  • Rowoon’s W Korea September 2025 Shoot with Tiffany & Co. Highlights His Journey Toward Authentic Acting and Previews

    Aug 22, 2025
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    Rowoon’s W Korea September 2025 Shoot with Tiffany & Co. Highlights His Journey Toward Authentic Acting and Previews

    Photo Credits: W Korea. Tiffany & Co. FNC Entertainment The September issue of W Korea unfolds like a meditation on dualities—the luminous…

    Joseon
  • Photos/ Drawings/ Paintings/ Detailed Descriptions of historical tattoos?

    Aug 21, 2025
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    I’ve read about a few different types of historical tattoo in Korea, including… Tribal talismans for luck, etc. around the…

    Goryeo, Joseon, Punishment
  • Dae Jang Geum – Jewel in the Palace recipe book

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Dae Jang Geum – Jewel in the Palace recipe book

    Hi everyone – thought I might share this “jewel” I found online today while researching on one of my fav…

    history, Joseon, Korean Food
  • Hanjijang (Korean Paper/한지장 韓紙匠)

    Jul 31, 2025
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    Hanjijang (Korean Paper/한지장 韓紙匠)

    Hanjijang refers to a craftsman skilled in the art of making traditional paper, hanji, from the bark of mulberry (Broussonetia…

    Goryeo, Joseon
  • Baegui 백의 ( 白衣 ) White clothes, widely worn by the people of Korea

    Jul 30, 2025
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    Baegui 백의 ( 白衣 ) White clothes, widely worn by the people of Korea

    Baegui 백의 ( 白衣 )White clothes, widely worn by the people of Korea.Baegui (Kor. 백의, Chin. 白衣, lit. white clothes)…

    Crime, Goguryeo, Goryeo, history, Japan, Joseon, Koreans
  • List of the longest surviving dynasties

    Jul 28, 2025
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    List of the longest surviving dynasties Silla 992 years Goguryeo 705 years Baekje 678 years Gaya 562 years Goryeo 474…

    Baekje, Goguryeo, Goryeo, Joseon, Silla
  • K-beauty boom propels APR ahead of LG H&H, closing gap with AmorePacific

    Jul 27, 2025
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    K-beauty boom propels APR ahead of LG H&H, closing gap with AmorePacific

    APR’s factory in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province APR Co., South Korea’s fast-growing beauty company, has outpaced the country’s second-largest cosmetics firm…

    Japan, Joseon, KT, LG, Social Media
  • IMM joins $600 mn fund for K-beauty startup Goodai Global in M&A drive

    Jul 27, 2025
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    IMM joins $600 mn fund for K-beauty startup Goodai Global in M&A drive

    A collection of TIRTIR’s makeup foundations IMM Private Equity and five other South Korean private equity firms are set to…

    Joseon, Seoul
  • Old Hangeul letters shed light on early Joseon marriages

    Jul 21, 2025
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    Old Hangeul letters shed light on early Joseon marriages

    Joseon military officer Na Sin-geol(1461-1524) , to his wife, Lady Maeng of the Sinchang Maeng clan, written around 1490. He…

    family, Joseon, Military
  • The international status of Koreans at the time as seen in the English diary of Yun Chi-Ho, who was an interpreter and member of the Joseon delegation attending the coronation of Russian Emperor Nicholas II.

    Jul 16, 2025
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    The international status of Koreans at the time as seen in the English diary of Yun Chi-Ho, who was an interpreter and member of the Joseon delegation attending the coronation of Russian Emperor Nicholas II.

    1896 . • Saturday, May 9th (New York and Lucania Steamship-Boarding the Lucania at 1 p.m. Reminiscences and summaries of…

    Crime, family, history, Japan, Joseon, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • K-beauty contract manufacturers see record Q2 profits; rally likely to continue

    Jul 16, 2025
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    K-beauty contract manufacturers see record Q2 profits; rally likely to continue

    Cosrx is one of South Korea’s leading indie cosmetics brands (Screenshot caputured from the company website) South Korea’s major original…

    Joseon
  • A portrait from the Joseon Dynasty showing a person with vitiligo

    Jul 9, 2025
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    A portrait from the Joseon Dynasty showing a person with vitiligo

    A portrait from the Joseon Dynasty showing a person with vitiligo submitted by /u/nimbusmettle [link] [comments]

    Joseon
  • What are these Identification plaques called in korea during the Joseon dynasty?

    Jul 5, 2025
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    https://imgur.com/a/2bJPJGz I wanted to have one made for a while. I will be going to Korea this fall and want…

    identification, Joseon, travel
  • We are looking for relatives on my grandfather’s side.

    Jun 29, 2025
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    We are looking for relatives on my grandfather’s side.

    We are looking for relatives on my grandfather’s side. Date of birth: 1916 Suvon ancestry Resided in Joseon Unfortunately, the…

    family, Japan, Japanese Occupation, Joseon, Koreans
  • … in Joseon?! 😂

    Jun 27, 2025
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    … in Joseon?! 😂

    Saw these old wanted posters at the Korean Folk Village today. Lowkey thought I was next — probably for talking…

    Joseon
  • Copycat Korean goods flood global e-commerce platforms

    Jun 23, 2025
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    Copycat Korean goods flood global e-commerce platforms

    Manyo Factory, a Korean indie cosmetics brand, is best known for facial masks Counterfeit Korean beauty, fashion and food products…

    Joseon, Korean Ramen, KT, request, Samyang, Shopping
  • Goodai Global poised to build L’Oréal-style empire via M&As

    Jun 1, 2025
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    Goodai Global poised to build L’Oréal-style empire via M&As

    Goodai Global’s cosmetics brands’ booth at the K Expo France in Paris in October, 2024 (Courtesy of New1 Korea)  Goodai…

    Joseon, Seoul, Social Media
  • King Taejong (Yi Bang Won)’s love life

    May 26, 2025
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    I’m a foreigner who has watched a lot of historical k-drama. There are a lot of dramas having king Taejong…

    history, Joseon, K-drama
  • 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
  • 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
  • Why are there so many people who believe in shamans?

    May 3, 2025
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    Everyone deserves freedom of religion, and I don’t think it’s bad to go to a shaman’s house for fun and…

    Gojoseon, Joseon
  • K-beauty exports to China rebound after 4-month slump

    Apr 4, 2025
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    K-beauty exports to China rebound after 4-month slump

    Beauty of Joseon is a mid-sized Korean cosmetics brand South Korea’s beauty industry is showing signs of recovery in China,…

    Joseon, K-pop, LG, Seoul
  • Where can I find and read books about the clothing and equipment of the Joseon Dynasty army?

    Apr 3, 2025
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    Where can I find and read books about the clothing and equipment of the Joseon Dynasty army?

    Hello. A couple of months ago I became interested in the history of the development of the army of the…

    history, Joseon
  • I’ll never understand the korean conservative’s view, are there any like that in other countries?

    Mar 25, 2025
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    We can all have different political views and reasons to support certain politicians that’s not new, especially in a democratic…

    Democracy, history, Joseon, Lawmakers, Peace, Protest, Question
  • The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City

    Feb 7, 2025
    in History
    The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City

    Ancient Beginnings: The Founding of Busan Busan, known as the second largest metropolitan city in South Korea, has a rich…

    Baekje, Busan, Goguryeo, Goryeo, historical tours, history, Japan, Joseon, Korean History, Korean War, Military, Silla, Three Kingdom, Tourism
  • The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political Dynamics

    Feb 6, 2025
    in History
    The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political Dynamics

    Introduction to Pyongyang Pyongyang, the capital city of North Korea, serves as a prominent symbol of the nation’s history and…

    Baekje, Discussion, family, Goguryeo, Gojoseon, Goryeo, history, Japan, Joseon, Korean History, Korean War, Military, North Korea, political economy, Protest, purpose, Pyongyang, Seoul, Silla, Three Kingdom, World War
  • Is this hat a part of the korean tradition wear (in the Joseon period) or related to korean culture at all?

    Feb 5, 2025
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    Is this hat a part of the korean tradition wear (in the Joseon period) or related to korean culture at all?

    I’m doing my research for this fashion show that is inspired by The Joseon noblewomen, I’m wondering if this hat…

    Joseon
  • The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond

    Feb 5, 2025
    in History
    The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond

    Ancient Beginnings: The Founding of Seoul The city of Seoul, known today as the vibrant capital of South Korea, has…

    Ancient Korea, Baekje, family, Historical Landmark, historical tours, history, Japan, Japanese Occupation, Joseon, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean War, Koreans, Military, Politics, Question, Seoul, Silla, study, Three Kingdom, travel
  • Question about Korean fashion during the Joseon dynasty

    Feb 1, 2025
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    So, after watching some historical K-dramas and movies, which are mostly set during the Joseon dynasty, I get the impression…

    Joseon, K-drama, Question
  • Sales of K-Beauty surges in US e-commerce

    Jan 21, 2025
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    Sales of K-Beauty surges in US e-commerce

    (Captured from the Cosrx store on Amazon.com) The popularity of South Korean cosmetics in the US has increased, with sales…

    Joseon, Samsung, 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