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  • CLOSE YOUR EYES Unveils Dreamy Esquire Korea May 2025 Pictorial Ahead of Debut Fan Meeting: Members Profile & Exclusive Details

    Apr 24, 2025
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    CLOSE YOUR EYES Unveils Dreamy Esquire Korea May 2025 Pictorial Ahead of Debut Fan Meeting: Members Profile & Exclusive Details

    Photo Credits: Esquire Korea. UNCORE (언코어)  Hero Image: K Station TV The rising K-pop group CLOSE YOUR EYES has captivated fans…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul, travel
  • RIIZE Shines on W Korea’s May 2025 Cover: A Stunning Showcase of Spring Jewellery

    Apr 13, 2025
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    RIIZE Shines on W Korea’s May 2025 Cover: A Stunning Showcase of Spring Jewellery

    Hero Image: Billboard, SM Entertainment Photo Credits: SM Entertainment, RCA Records, W Korea The May 2025 issue of W Korea is turning…

    K-pop, K-pop industry
  • I’m starting to understand why people are against minors debuting.

    Apr 10, 2025
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    So on NETFLIX they released a documentary about piper rockelles friends and how they were exploited and alot of those…

    K-pop, K-pop industry
  • SWEET:CH – 1st Single Album: SWEET DAY concept photos – More Surprises Await Fans!

    Apr 9, 2025
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    SWEET:CH – 1st Single Album: SWEET DAY  concept photos – More Surprises Await Fans!

    Photo Credits: DNA Entertainment SWEET:CH, the rising seven-member pre-debut K-pop boy group under DNA Entertainment and DND ENS Entertainment, continues…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Oh My Girl Shines in Singles Korea April 2025 Issue: Celebrating 10 Years of Elegance and Charisma

    Apr 9, 2025
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    Oh My Girl Shines in Singles Korea April 2025 Issue: Celebrating 10 Years of Elegance and Charisma

    Photo Credits: Singles Korea WM Entertainment Oh My Girl, the beloved K-pop group celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, graced…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Seoul
  • Kpop theories that i think might be true

    Apr 1, 2025
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    When I say K-pop theories, I mean Theories or something that you think might happen in the K-pop industry, even…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Scandal
  • The most random collab AND MAMA collab stage that you NEED to have happen?

    Apr 1, 2025
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    Collabs between K-Pop artists are always fun and exciting to say. I think the reason is that, compared to how…

    Celebrity, K-pop, K-pop industry, Sex
  • AxMxP’s Bold Debut: W Korea April 2025 Pictorial Sparks Anticipation for FNC’s New Rockstar Band

    Mar 30, 2025
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    AxMxP’s Bold Debut: W Korea April 2025 Pictorial Sparks Anticipation for FNC’s New Rockstar Band

    Photo Credits: FNC Entertainment. W Korea FNC Entertainment’s rookie band, AxMxP, is making waves in the K-pop industry even before…

    BTS, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • TWICE’s Chaeyoung Stuns in DAZED KOREA x NIKE Collaboration: A Glimpse into the K-pop Star’s 2025 Spring Edition Shoot

    Mar 28, 2025
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    TWICE’s Chaeyoung Stuns in DAZED KOREA x NIKE Collaboration: A Glimpse into the K-pop Star’s 2025 Spring Edition Shoot

    Photo Credits Dazed Korea Nike JYP Entertainment In a dazzling fusion of fashion and K-pop, TWICE’s Chaeyoung has captivated fans…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul
  • CLOSE YOUR EYES: Dazed Korea’s April 2025 Supplement Issue Revealed

    Mar 21, 2025
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    CLOSE YOUR EYES: Dazed Korea’s April 2025 Supplement Issue Revealed

    Photo Credits: Dazed Magazine UNCORE CLOSE YOUR EYES (클로즈 유어 아이즈), also known as CYE (클유아), is generating significant buzz…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • 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
  • TREASURE Shines on Marie Claire Korea’s Boys Edition ‘MRSN’ Cover: COOL KIDS NEVER DIE

    Mar 10, 2025
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    TREASURE Shines on Marie Claire Korea’s Boys Edition ‘MRSN’ Cover: COOL KIDS NEVER DIE

    TREASURE, the rising K-pop sensation, has graced the cover of Marie Claire Korea’s Boys Edition ‘MRSN’ issue, captivating fans and fashion enthusiasts…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Social Media
  • MEOVV’s ‘House of Wild’ Newspaper Photobook: A Stunning Visual Journey in 2025

    Mar 9, 2025
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    MEOVV’s ‘House of Wild’ Newspaper Photobook: A Stunning Visual Journey in 2025

    MEOVV, the rising K-pop sensation, has unveiled an exciting preview of their latest project, “House of Wild,” a newspaper photobook…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Photography, Social Media
  • Hearts2Hearts Unveils Dreamy ‘Butterflies’ Music Video, Captivating Fans with Nostalgic Visuals and Harmonious Melodies

    Mar 8, 2025
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    Rising K-pop group Hearts2Hearts has taken the music world by storm with the release of their latest music video for…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Social Media
  • 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
  • K-Pop Star Karina of aespa Stuns in Converse Collaboration for GQ Korea’s March 2025 Digital Cover

    Mar 5, 2025
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    K-Pop Star Karina of aespa Stuns in Converse Collaboration for GQ Korea’s March 2025 Digital Cover

    In a dazzling fusion of K-pop glamour and iconic streetwear, Karina from the popular girl group aespa has graced the…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • LISA’s Dazzling Solo Journey: BLACKPINK Star Graces WSJ Magazine Cover, Teases New Collaborations

    Mar 5, 2025
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    LISA’s Dazzling Solo Journey: BLACKPINK Star Graces WSJ Magazine Cover, Teases New Collaborations

    In a stunning display of her rising solo stardom, LISA of BLACKPINK has captured the spotlight on the cover of…

    K-pop, K-pop industry
  • NCT’s Renjun Dazzles in OK! China’s March 2025 Issue: A Rising Star’s Journey

    Mar 1, 2025
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    NCT’s Renjun Dazzles in OK! China’s March 2025 Issue: A Rising Star’s Journey

    In a stunning display of talent and charisma, NCT’s Renjun graces the cover of OK! China’s March 2025 issue, captivating…

    Celebrity, K-pop, K-pop industry, Tokyo
  • SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Stuns in Numéro TOKYO April 2025 Special Edition: A Visual Feast for Fans

    Feb 28, 2025
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    SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Stuns in Numéro TOKYO April 2025 Special Edition: A Visual Feast for Fans

    K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN’s leader S.Coups has once again captivated fans with his latest photoshoot for Numéro TOKYO’s April 2025 Special…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Photography, purpose, Social Media, Tokyo
  • 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
  • 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
  • Lunar Butterflies: LUN8’s Enchanting Comeback Teaser Photos

    Feb 11, 2025
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    Lunar Butterflies: LUN8’s Enchanting Comeback Teaser Photos

    In a dazzling display of artistry and anticipation, K-pop sensation LUN8 has unveiled their latest concept photos for their upcoming…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Tokyo
  • ITZY’s MIDZY Fanclub Opens Doors for 4th Generation with Stunning Teaser photos

    Feb 8, 2025
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    ITZY’s MIDZY Fanclub Opens Doors for 4th Generation with Stunning Teaser photos

    In the vibrant world of K-pop, ITZY continues to shine as one of the industry’s most dynamic girl groups. Debuting…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Why do some people believe sexualization in K-Pop is wrong?

    Feb 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I can’t fully remember this but I watched the news about the rise of K-Pop which it has shown a…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Sex
  • I:MOND Dazzles in Concept Photos for Upcoming Mini-Album “Under My”

    Feb 2, 2025
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    I:MOND Dazzles in Concept Photos for Upcoming Mini-Album “Under My”

    K-pop sensation I:MOND is set to captivate fans with their highly anticipated 1st mini-album, “Under My,” scheduled for release on…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • STAYC Members Dazzle in Elegant Photoshoot for MEN Noblesse’s February Issue

    Jan 27, 2025
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    STAYC Members Dazzle in Elegant Photoshoot for MEN Noblesse’s February Issue

    K-pop girl group STAYC is set to grace the pages of MEN Noblesse magazine’s February 2025 issue, with members Sumin,…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Sex, Social Media
  • (G)-IDLE MVs meaning’s are one-dimensional and overhyped

    Jan 27, 2025
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    I was planning on analyzing some of the (G)-IDLE MV’s for a paper, and I was watching Allergy and Queencard.…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, purpose, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation ZEROBASEONE Collaborates with Horror Manga Legend for New Single

    Jan 20, 2025
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    K-pop Sensation ZEROBASEONE Collaborates with Horror Manga Legend for New Single

    In an unexpected twist that’s sending ripples through the K-pop and manga communities alike, rising boy group ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) has…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao Dazzles in SuperELLE China’s January 2025 Issue

    Jan 17, 2025
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    ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao Dazzles in SuperELLE China’s January 2025 Issue

    Rising star Zhang Hao of K-pop group ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) has captivated fans and fashion enthusiasts alike with his stunning appearance…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • K-Pop Giants HYBE and JYP See Stock Surge Amid Exciting J-Hope Announcement

    Jan 11, 2025
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    K-Pop Giants HYBE and JYP See Stock Surge Amid Exciting J-Hope Announcement

    The K-pop industry is buzzing with excitement as two of its biggest players, HYBE and JYP Entertainment, saw their stock…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop industry, Military
  • BB Girls Set to Break Barriers with ‘LOVE 2’: A Comeback Story of Resilience and Reinvention

    Jan 8, 2025
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    BB Girls Set to Break Barriers with ‘LOVE 2’: A Comeback Story of Resilience and Reinvention

    Most of us remember BBGIRLS as Brave Girls and right now they are preparing to release their highly anticipated 2nd…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, Naver
  • XLOV, is set to release their debut single album titled I’mma Be, scheduled for January 7, 2025.

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Entertainment
    XLOV, is set to release their debut single album titled I’mma Be, scheduled for January 7, 2025.

    XLOV, the highly anticipated boy group under 257 Entertainment, is set to make waves in the K-pop scene with their…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, KT
  • 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
  • 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
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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