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  • XLOV 2025 Tour: K-Pop’s Rising Stars to Electrify Japan, Korea Tourism Festival, K-LOVERS FES, and Boseong Tea Festival

    Apr 28, 2025
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    XLOV 2025 Tour: K-Pop’s Rising Stars to Electrify Japan, Korea Tourism Festival, K-LOVERS FES, and Boseong Tea Festival

    Photo Credits: 257 Entertainment 日本語版を見る With a debut that’s still fresh in the minds of K-pop fans, XLOV is quickly…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Tourism
  • Has HYBE committed CA with elephant pants?

    Apr 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Thai K-pop fans are debating if it is appropriate that elephant pants appear in the catalogue of BTS’ pop up…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • K-pop fans often criticize the industry for pushing unrealistic standards of perfection, yet they’re the first to spread hate and toxicity the moment an idol does something “imperfect” by their own subjective standards.

    Apr 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    And by “imperfect,” it’s based on their bias, taste, and totally subjective. At the first “mistake” they see, they will…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • K-pop fans genuinely need to learn what PR is.

    Apr 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    PR (Public Relations) exists—and I feel like a lot of K-pop fans forget that. I’m not saying every idol is…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Scandal
  • Calling Out Pannchoa’s Bias: The Misleading Narrative Against LE SSERAFIM

    Mar 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Sorry, but I just need to let this out. At this point, can we do something about Pannchoa and their…

    Controversy, history, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • How would you rank all of LE SSERAFIM’s title tracks when you first listened to them?

    Mar 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Now that “Hot” has been released, how would you rank all of LE SSERAFIM’s title tracks when you first listened…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • MONSTA X’s I.M Stuns in Exclusive March 2025 Photoshoot for THE STAR Magazine

    Mar 12, 2025
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    MONSTA X’s I.M Stuns in Exclusive March 2025 Photoshoot for THE STAR Magazine

    K-pop fans are in for a treat as MONSTA X member I.M graces the pages of THE STAR Magazine’s March…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • TEMPEST Unveils Vibrant ‘RE: Full Of Youth’ Concept, Promising a Storm of Energy in K-Pop Scene

    Mar 9, 2025
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    TEMPEST Unveils Vibrant ‘RE: Full Of Youth’ Concept, Promising a Storm of Energy in K-Pop Scene

    K-pop fans are abuzz with excitement as TEMPEST, the dynamic six-member boy group under Yuehua Entertainment, prepares to release their…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG
  • Taeyeon is having her own Eras Tour: Celebrating 10 years of solo career with The Tense Asia Tour

    Mar 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I have seen many K-Pop fans wishing idol groups had their own version of the Eras Tour. So, wait no…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Stress
  • K-Pop Sensation Hi-Fi Un!corn Teases “OMG” Cover with Stunning Concept Photos

    Mar 7, 2025
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    K-Pop Sensation Hi-Fi Un!corn Teases “OMG” Cover with Stunning Concept Photos

    K-pop fans are in for a treat as the rising group Hi-Fi Un!corn gears up to release their special cover…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT, KT&G, Seoul, Social Media
  • KiiKii Takes Center Stage in Allure Korea x CHARLES & KEITH Collaboration

    Mar 7, 2025
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    KiiKii Takes Center Stage in Allure Korea x CHARLES & KEITH Collaboration

    Rising K-pop girl group KiiKii is set to grace the digital cover of Allure Korea’s April 2025 issue, showcasing the…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Photography, Social Media
  • Red Velvet’s Seulgi Stuns in New Teasers for “Accidentally On Purpose” Solo Comeback

    Feb 27, 2025
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    Red Velvet’s Seulgi Stuns in New Teasers for “Accidentally On Purpose” Solo Comeback

    K-pop fans are buzzing with excitement as Red Velvet’s Seulgi gears up for her highly anticipated solo comeback. The talented…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Mystery, purpose
  • K-Pop Sensation Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Vogue Korea’s March 2025 Issue with Tommy Jeans

    Feb 22, 2025
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    K-Pop Sensation Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Vogue Korea’s March 2025 Issue with Tommy Jeans

    In a dazzling collaboration that’s set to captivate fashion enthusiasts and K-pop fans alike, IVE’s Jang Wonyoung has graced the…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • NewJeans’ Minji Stuns in Chanel for Harper’s BAZAAR Hong Kong

    Feb 19, 2025
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    NewJeans’ Minji Stuns in Chanel for Harper’s BAZAAR Hong Kong

    In a dazzling collaboration that merges K-pop stardom with high fashion, NewJeans’ Minji has once again captivated audiences with her…

    Advertisement, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Are K-pop fans interested in buying fanmade things?

    Feb 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m looking to sell these kpop inspired postcards I drew myself and I’ve opened pre-orders on instagram+advertised on Reddit but…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • K-Pop Sensation M.O.N.T Set to Dazzle European Fans in 2025

    Feb 16, 2025
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    K-Pop Sensation M.O.N.T Set to Dazzle European Fans in 2025

    Excitement is building among K-pop fans across Europe as the popular boy group M.O.N.T announces their highly anticipated 2025 European…

    germany, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • ONEWE Rocks North America: K-pop Band Announces First World Tour for 2025

    Feb 15, 2025
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    ONEWE Rocks North America: K-pop Band Announces First World Tour for 2025

    K-pop rock band ONEWE is set to embark on their first-ever world tour, “O! NEW E!volution IV,” with North American…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • ENHYPEN Members Shine in High-Fashion Magazine Collaborations

    Feb 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ENHYPEN Members Shine in High-Fashion Magazine Collaborations

    K-pop sensation ENHYPEN is making waves in the fashion world with two prestigious magazine features set to captivate fans in…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Tokyo
  • Sweet Melodies and Silver Screens: ILLIT’s ‘Almond Chocolate’ Delights Fans

    Feb 13, 2025
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    Sweet Melodies and Silver Screens: ILLIT’s ‘Almond Chocolate’ Delights Fans

    K-pop sensation ILLIT is set to sweeten Valentine’s Day with their first Japanese original single, “Almond Chocolate,” releasing on February…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Hearts2Hearts Set to Captivate K-pop Fans with Debut Single ‘The Chase’

    Feb 12, 2025
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    Hearts2Hearts Set to Captivate K-pop Fans with Debut Single ‘The Chase’

    SM Entertainment’s newest girl group, Hearts2Hearts, is gearing up to make their highly anticipated debut with their first single album,…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Tokyo
  • Why do k-pop fans gatekeep so much for not knowing older groups

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This geniunely baffles me,No wonder kpopies aren’t taken seriously or respected when more than half the fandoms r just gatekeeping…

    BTS, history, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • many K-pop fans don’t really care about the agendas they defend

    Jan 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Recently, Lisa’s company Lloud posted a message on Instagram addressed to the victims of the Los Angeles fire. In the…

    Discussion, Justice, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question
  • CIX Gears Up for a Thunderous Return: Anticipation Builds for ‘Thunder Fever’ Mini Album

    Jan 6, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    CIX Gears Up for a Thunderous Return: Anticipation Builds for ‘Thunder Fever’ Mini Album

    K-pop fans are buzzing with excitement as CIX prepares to release their 7th mini album ‘Thunder Fever’ in January 2025.…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • Rising Stars We;Na and COiBLEN Complete Festival’s Star-Studded Roster UTO Fest

    Jan 5, 2025
    in Entertainment
    Rising Stars We;Na and COiBLEN Complete Festival’s Star-Studded Roster UTO Fest

    K-pop fans are in for a treat as the 2025 UTO FEST in Yokohama welcomes exciting new performers to its…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • The Jennie & Taehyung Situation: Why Are Fans Still in Denial?

    Jan 4, 2025
    in Community

    I know I’m probably walking into a minefield here, but I can’t be the only one wondering: why do some…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Military, Peace
  • Uni student looking for kpop fans to interview!

    Jan 3, 2025
    in Community

    Hi! I’m currently doing my final-year university research project which aims to investigate the relationship between K-pop fans and K-pop…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question
  • Regarding De:Va and their scandals and their future debut

    Jan 2, 2025
    in Community

    I know that De:Va’s pre-debut introduction to the world has been very rocky but I genuinely hope that they get…

    BTS, Celebrity, Crime, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Kia, KT, Scandal, Teenager
  • Are there any K-Pop fans here that are from minor ethnic groups?

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Community

    Hi! My name’s Mahum (full name is Van Lal Hum) and I’m a 14-year-old casual K-Pop listener (used to be…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • NCT Dream’s Jisung Graces CHIC Magazine’s January 2025 Cover: A Rising Star’s Milestone

    Dec 18, 2024
    in Entertainment
    NCT Dream’s Jisung Graces CHIC Magazine’s January 2025 Cover: A Rising Star’s Milestone

    NCT Dream’s youngest member Jisung has kicked off 2025 with a stunning magazine cover that’s capturing the attention of K-pop…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation SEVENTEEN Crowned “Top K-pop Touring Artist” at 2024 Billboard Music Awards

    Dec 18, 2024
    in Entertainment

    Global powerhouse SEVENTEEN has achieved a remarkable milestone, securing their first-ever Billboard Music Award for “Top K-pop Touring Artist” at…

    Fame, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • IU Crowned Billboard Korea’s No. 1 Artist of the Year: A Look at Her Remarkable Journey

    Dec 18, 2024
    in Entertainment

    Image Credit: Buy The Flag On Amazon Here. All Rights are with EDAM Entertainment. South Korean singer-songwriter and actress IU…

    BTS, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Protest, Seoul, Survey, Tourism
  • NewJeans Graces Vogue Korea’s January 2025 Cover in Stunning Collaboration

    Dec 18, 2024
    in Entertainment
    NewJeans Graces Vogue Korea’s January 2025 Cover in Stunning Collaboration

    K-pop sensation NewJeans is set to kick off the new year in style as they grace the cover of Vogue…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Photography
  • Chart-Topping Triumph: Rosé’s rosie and TWICE’s Strategy Take Over Billboard!

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Chart-Topping Triumph: Rosé’s rosie and TWICE’s Strategy Take Over Billboard!

    Young K-pop fans have a lot to celebrate this week as two of the genre’s most beloved acts, Rosé of…

    Demographics, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • Blackpink’s Lisa Makes Stunning Acting Debut in “The White Lotus” Season 3

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Blackpink’s Lisa Makes Stunning Acting Debut in “The White Lotus” Season 3

    K-pop fans, get ready for an exciting new chapter in Lisa’s career! The Blackpink superstar is set to make her…

    Curiosity, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • TWICE Continues to Dominate: Billboard 200 Success and 2025 World Tour Announcement

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    TWICE Continues to Dominate: Billboard 200 Success and 2025 World Tour Announcement

    K-pop sensation TWICE has once again proven their global appeal with their latest album ‘STRATEGY’ debuting at No. 4 on…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation GFRIEND Reunites for Emotional 10th Anniversary Comeback

    Dec 15, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation GFRIEND Reunites for Emotional 10th Anniversary Comeback

    In an exciting turn of events for K-pop fans, GFRIEND is set to make a heartwarming return with their special…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, LG, Social Media
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  • Saudi Crown Prince bin Salman courts Korean AI startups as Riyadh, Abu Dhabi vie to build tech hubsJuly 8, 2025
    Esam Alwagait (left), director of Saudi Arabia’s National Information Centre,… Read more: Saudi Crown Prince bin Salman courts Korean AI startups as Riyadh, Abu Dhabi vie to build tech hubs
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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