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  • DAY6’s Dowoon Shines in Vogue Korea x Samsung Collaboration

    Dec 5, 2024
    in Entertainment
    DAY6’s Dowoon Shines in Vogue Korea x Samsung Collaboration

    In a stunning fusion of music, technology, and fashion, DAY6’s drummer Dowoon has captivated fans with his latest pictorial for…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Samsung, Social Media
  • SEVENTEEN’s DK Dazzles in Y Magazine x AMUSE Winter 2024 Issue

    Dec 5, 2024
    in Entertainment
    SEVENTEEN’s DK Dazzles in Y Magazine x AMUSE Winter 2024 Issue

    Art Credit @zh_uting Seventeen Fan Art K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN’s DK is set to captivate fans with his latest solo feature…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • K-pop Sensation Yves Returns with Sophomore EP “I Did”

    Dec 4, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation Yves Returns with Sophomore EP “I Did”

    Yves, the rising star in the K-pop solo scene, has made a triumphant return with her highly anticipated second EP,…

    Houston, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT
  • K-Pop Sensation L5ST Set to Release New Single “Free Fall”

    Dec 4, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Sensation L5ST Set to Release New Single “Free Fall”

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts! L5ST, the rising boy group, is gearing up for their highly anticipated comeback with their…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • K-Pop Fans, Get Ready for YOUNITE’s Exciting Debut Single Album!

    Dec 3, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Fans, Get Ready for YOUNITE’s Exciting Debut Single Album!

    YOUNITE is set to make waves in the K-pop scene with their first single album ‘Y’, promising an electrifying musical…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG
  • Feeling disappointed with what is happening right now to Fifty Fifty

    Dec 2, 2024
    in Community

    I feel sad, upset, and extremely disappointed with the way people are treating these girls, and I’m not even a…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • K-pop Sensation SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu Graces Magazine Covers, Captivating Fans Worldwide

    Dec 2, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu Graces Magazine Covers, Captivating Fans Worldwide

    Images in this article are owned by Pledis Entertainment, Rolling Stone Japan and Esquire Korea. SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu, a multifaceted talent…

    Choi Young, Discussion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Perspectives, Social Media
  • GFRIEND’s Triumphant Return: A Decade of Memories Celebrated

    Dec 1, 2024
    in Entertainment
    GFRIEND’s Triumphant Return: A Decade of Memories Celebrated

    K-pop fans, rejoice! The beloved girl group GFRIEND is making a spectacular comeback to mark their 10th anniversary. In a…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • Lee Junho’s Highly Anticipated Fan Concert “Midnight Sun” Set to Electrify Incheon

    Nov 30, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Lee Junho’s Highly Anticipated Fan Concert “Midnight Sun” Set to Electrify Incheon

    K-pop fans, get ready for an extraordinary musical experience! Lee Junho from the legendary group 2PM is preparing to host…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation tripleS Unveils Debut Full Album “Visionary Vision – Performante”

    Nov 30, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation tripleS Unveils Debut Full Album “Visionary Vision – Performante”

    In a groundbreaking move that has K-pop fans buzzing with excitement, the innovative girl group tripleS has released their highly…

    Controversy, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT
  • K-pop Sensation KATSEYE Graces NYLON JAPAN’s January 2025 Special Edition

    Nov 29, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation KATSEYE Graces NYLON JAPAN’s January 2025 Special Edition

    In a groundbreaking moment for the K-pop industry, rising girl group KATSEYE has secured their first-ever fashion magazine cover, starring…

    Controversy, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Seoul, Social Media
  • 2nd gen K-pop fans do you guys remember when there were no huge fan wars ?

    Nov 28, 2024
    in Community

    I was following kpop when snsd released GEE. I don’t remember there being much of a fan war? was it…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • NewJeans Steals the Spotlight at 25SS Seoul Fashion Week Campaign

    Nov 26, 2024
    in Entertainment

    In a buzzworthy collaboration that has sent waves through the K-pop and fashion worlds, the popular South Korean girl group…

    Daejeon, history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Seoul, Social Media
  • NCT WISH Brings Holiday Cheer with “Wishful Winter”

    Nov 26, 2024
    in Entertainment
    NCT WISH Brings Holiday Cheer with “Wishful Winter”

    In the midst of the festive season, NCT WISH, a subgroup of the popular K-pop group NCT, has unveiled their…

    Daejeon, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Seoul
  • Red Velvet’s Irene Blooms in Her Solo Debut with “Like A Flower”

    Nov 26, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Red Velvet’s Irene Blooms in Her Solo Debut with “Like A Flower”

    In a highly anticipated move, Red Velvet’s Irene has finally ventured into the solo music scene with her debut single,…

    Daejeon, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Peace, Question, Social Media
  • 2024 SBS Gayo Daejeon: Star-Studded Lineup and How to Catch the Action at INSPIRE Arena

    Nov 26, 2024
    in Entertainment
    2024 SBS Gayo Daejeon: Star-Studded Lineup and How to Catch the Action at INSPIRE Arena

    The highly anticipated 2024 SBS Gayo Daejeon has unveiled its second lineup, and K-pop fans are buzzing with excitement. This…

    Daejeon, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, MZ generation, purpose, Seoul, travel
  • K-Pop Stars Shine Bright in 2024 Billboard Music Awards Nominations

    Nov 25, 2024
    in Entertainment

    The 2024 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) have unveiled their nominations, and K-pop fans have plenty to celebrate as their favorite…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • Rising Star Group IZNA Captivates K-pop Scene with Self-Titled Debut

    Nov 25, 2024
    in Entertainment

    In a dazzling entrance to the K-pop world, the rookie group IZNA has taken the music scene by storm with…

    Discussion, Fame, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Question, Social Media
  • K-pop Star Winter Shines in GQ Korea’s 2024 Woman of the Year Pictorial

    Nov 25, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Star Winter Shines in GQ Korea’s 2024 Woman of the Year Pictorial

    Aespa’s Winter has captivated fans and fashion enthusiasts alike with her stunning feature in GQ Korea’s 2024 Woman of the…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Korean Art
  • ATEEZ’s San Crowned Best K-pop Icon at Elle Style Awards 2024

    Nov 23, 2024
    in Entertainment
    ATEEZ’s San Crowned Best K-pop Icon at Elle Style Awards 2024

    In a dazzling turn of events, ATEEZ member San has been honored with the prestigious Best K-pop Icon award at…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s Yeonjun Graces GQ Korea’s 2024 Men of the Year Issue

    Nov 22, 2024
    in Entertainment
    TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s Yeonjun Graces GQ Korea’s 2024 Men of the Year Issue

    K-pop sensation Yeonjun, a member of the popular boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), has been selected as one of…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • K-pop Legends 2NE1 Grace DAZED Korea’s December 2024 Cover, Marking Triumphant Comeback

    Nov 21, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Legends 2NE1 Grace DAZED Korea’s December 2024 Cover, Marking Triumphant Comeback

    Iconic K-pop girl group 2NE1 has made a stunning return to the spotlight, gracing the cover of DAZED Korea’s December…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Seoul
  • K-pop Stars Set to Shine at Coachella 2025: LISA, JENNIE, ENHYPEN, and XG to Take the Stage

    Nov 21, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Stars Set to Shine at Coachella 2025: LISA, JENNIE, ENHYPEN, and XG to Take the Stage

    In an exciting announcement that has sent waves through the K-pop community, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • CRAVITY Set to Launch New Single Album ‘FIND THE ORBIT’

    Nov 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    CRAVITY Set to Launch New Single Album ‘FIND THE ORBIT’

    K-pop sensation CRAVITY is gearing up for their latest release, a single album titled ‘FIND THE ORBIT’. The group has…

    Discussion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Join the Celebration: OMEGA X’s Electrifying Performances in Japan!

    Nov 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Join the Celebration: OMEGA X’s Electrifying Performances in Japan!

    OMEGA X is set to captivate fans with their upcoming performances in Japan, marking an exciting time for K-pop enthusiasts.…

    identification, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Lotte, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Rosé Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Her Soulful Story in i-D’s November Issue

    Nov 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Rosé Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Her Soulful Story in i-D’s November Issue

    In a dazzling showcase of talent and style, BLACKPINK’s Rosé has graced the covers of i-D magazine’s November 2024 Special…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question, Sex, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation on the Horizon: LOVE ONE Set to Debut with “Funny Honey”

    Nov 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation on the Horizon: LOVE ONE Set to Debut with “Funny Honey”

    Get ready, K-pop fans! A new girl group is about to take the music scene by storm. LOVE ONE, a…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT, Photography, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media
  • Nugu vs bigger groups’ merch quality talk – is it just me?

    Nov 18, 2024
    in Community

    Hi everyone, I’m new here, and I wanted to hear you guys’ opinions on something. So my wife and I…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • DJ HYO Set to Electrify Kota Kinabalu’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

    Nov 18, 2024
    in Entertainment
    DJ HYO Set to Electrify Kota Kinabalu’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

    Girls’ Generation’s beloved DJ and performer Hyoyeon is ready to set the stage on fire at the FlameWave Music Festival,…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • K-Pop Extravaganza: N-Day and Badkiz to Light Up the SVN Community Party in Seoul!

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Extravaganza: N-Day and Badkiz to Light Up the SVN Community Party in Seoul!

    K-pop fans, get ready for an unforgettable night! The SVN Community Party is set to take place at the SC…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Subway, travel
  • TWS Drops Highly Anticipated Debut Single Album ‘Last Bell’

    Nov 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    TWS Drops Highly Anticipated Debut Single Album ‘Last Bell’

    K-pop fans, get ready for an exciting musical journey as the rising boy group TWS prepares to make their official…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT
  • Timeless Elegance: Yoona’s Enchanting Photoshoot for DAZED Korea

    Nov 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Timeless Elegance: Yoona’s Enchanting Photoshoot for DAZED Korea

    K-Pop Icon Yoona Dazzles in DAZED Korea’s December IssueIn a stunning collaboration that has set the K-pop world abuzz, Girls’…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Experience the Pulse of BADVILLAIN: 숨 (ZOOM) Digital Release

    Nov 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Experience the Pulse of BADVILLAIN: 숨 (ZOOM) Digital Release

    BADVILLAIN, the rising K-pop group, is set to release their highly anticipated digital single titled 숨 (ZOOM) on November 19, 2024, at 6…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question, Social Media
  • K-Pop Sensation RoA Set to Release Fourth Digital Single “WRAP UP”

    Nov 13, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Sensation RoA Set to Release Fourth Digital Single “WRAP UP”

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts! Rising star RoA is gearing up to drop her highly anticipated fourth digital single album,…

    Curiosity, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Is Taeyeon underrated? I feel like she’s not really acknowledged…

    Nov 13, 2024
    in Community

    Why do I feel like, despite being leader of a legendary gg AND a beloved rolemodel for a lot of…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans
  • KATSEYE Shines Bright: Exclusive Pictorial in Billboard’s November 2024 Issue

    Nov 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    KATSEYE Shines Bright: Exclusive Pictorial in Billboard’s November 2024 Issue

    Rising K-pop sensation KATSEYE has taken the music world by storm, and their latest achievement is gracing the pages of…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT, Social Media
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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