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  • ENHYPEN Captivates Fans with New Single “No Doubt”

    Nov 11, 2024
    in Entertainment
    ENHYPEN Captivates Fans with New Single “No Doubt”

    K-pop sensation ENHYPEN has once again taken the music world by storm with their latest release, “No Doubt.” The track,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, language learning, Social Media, study
  • Unveiling IZNA: K-Pop’s Next Sensation Launches with ‘N/a’

    Nov 8, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Unveiling IZNA: K-Pop’s Next Sensation Launches with ‘N/a’

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts! Rookie girl group IZNA is gearing up for their highly anticipated debut with their first…

    Curiosity, family, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • ME:I Set to Release Heartwarming Winter Single “Sweetie”

    Nov 8, 2024
    in Entertainment
    ME:I Set to Release Heartwarming Winter Single “Sweetie”

    K-pop sensation ME:I is gearing up to spread some winter cheer with their upcoming digital single “Sweetie,” set to drop…

    Discussion, family, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Social Media, study
  • XG Stuns Fans with Breathtaking Concept Photos for “AWE”

    Nov 6, 2024
    in Entertainment
    XG Stuns Fans with Breathtaking Concept Photos for “AWE”

    Rising K-pop sensation XG has once again captivated the music world with the release of their individual concept photos for…

    BTS, Discussion, family, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Photography, Social Media
  • K-Pop Sensation WINGS’ Kang Yeseul Joins DR Music Family

    Nov 5, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Sensation WINGS’ Kang Yeseul Joins DR Music Family

    In a thrilling development for K-pop enthusiasts, rising star Kang Yeseul, formerly of the girl group WINGS, has officially signed…

    BTS, family, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • SEVENTEEN’s DK Stuns Fans with Daring Allure Korea Photoshoot

    Nov 4, 2024
    in Entertainment
    SEVENTEEN’s DK Stuns Fans with Daring Allure Korea Photoshoot

    In a surprising turn of events, SEVENTEEN’s main vocalist DK (Lee Seokmin) has set the K-pop world ablaze with his…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • What happened to eite?: Rising K-pop Stars Bid Farewell as New Chapter Begins

    Nov 2, 2024
    in Entertainment
    What happened to eite?: Rising K-pop Stars Bid Farewell as New Chapter Begins

    In the ever-evolving world of K-pop, a new girl group called eite (에이트) made waves with their debut on November…

    Curiosity, Discussion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • JAY B of GOT7 Set to Make Explosive Return with “TAPE: RE LOAD” Concert Tour

    Nov 2, 2024
    in Entertainment
    JAY B of GOT7 Set to Make Explosive Return with “TAPE: RE LOAD” Concert Tour

    K-pop fans, get ready to mark your calendars! JAY B, the charismatic leader of the beloved boy group GOT7, is…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Military, Seoul, Social Media, travel
  • K-Pop Sensation ODD YOUTH Debuts with “Best Friendz” Brand MV

    Nov 2, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Sensation ODD YOUTH Debuts with “Best Friendz” Brand MV

    In an exciting development for K-pop enthusiasts worldwide, a new group has burst onto the scene, captivating audiences with their…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Kep1er Makes Hearts Go “TIPI-TAP” with Enchanting Comeback

    Nov 2, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Kep1er Makes Hearts Go “TIPI-TAP” with Enchanting Comeback

    K-pop sensation Kep1er has returned to the music scene with their latest release, “TIPI-TAP,” captivating fans with a fresh sound…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • LE SSERAFIM Set to Bewitch Fans with Haunting “CRAZY” Japanese Single

    Nov 1, 2024
    in Entertainment
    LE SSERAFIM Set to Bewitch Fans with Haunting “CRAZY” Japanese Single

    K-pop sensation LE SSERAFIM is gearing up to captivate fans once again with their upcoming Japanese single “CRAZY,” set to…

    Curiosity, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • K-Pop Legends INFINITE Set to Celebrate 15 Years with ‘LIMITED EDITION’ Concert Series

    Oct 28, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Legends INFINITE Set to Celebrate 15 Years with ‘LIMITED EDITION’ Concert Series

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts! The iconic boy group INFINITE is gearing up to mark their 15th anniversary in the…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Seo Sunghyuk Set to Dazzle Fans at 2024 Tokyo Fan Event!

    Oct 27, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Seo Sunghyuk Set to Dazzle Fans at 2024 Tokyo Fan Event!

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts, especially fans of Seo Sunghyuk! The talented artist, known for his work with TAN and…

    Discussion, Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Touched (터치드): The Co-Ed Rock Sensation Redefining K-Pop

    Oct 27, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Touched (터치드): The Co-Ed Rock Sensation Redefining K-Pop

    In a groundbreaking move that’s set to shake up the K-pop landscape, the co-ed rock band Touched (터치드) has burst…

    BTS, history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Perspectives, Seoul
  • CLASS:y Set to Ignite the K-pop Scene with “LOVE XX” Comeback 14th November

    Oct 26, 2024
    in Entertainment
    CLASS:y Set to Ignite the K-pop Scene with “LOVE XX” Comeback 14th November

    After a two-year hiatus, the K-pop world is buzzing with excitement as CLASS:y, the talented girl group formed through MBC’s…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • LE SSERAFIM’s Hong Eunchae Dazzles in Cosmopolitan Korea’s November 2024 Issue

    Oct 25, 2024
    in Entertainment
    LE SSERAFIM’s Hong Eunchae Dazzles in Cosmopolitan Korea’s November 2024 Issue

    K-pop sensation Hong Eunchae, the youngest member of the chart-topping girl group LE SSERAFIM, is set to grace the cover…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • Charting New Waters: VIVIZ Unveils ‘VOYAGE’ and Their Musical Evolution

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Charting New Waters: VIVIZ Unveils ‘VOYAGE’ and Their Musical Evolution

    K-pop sensation VIVIZ is making waves once again with the announcement of their highly anticipated 5th mini-album, “VOYAGE.” The trio,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, travel
  • MiRi’s Heartfelt Debut: ‘You Were My First Love’ Captivates K-Pop Fans

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    MiRi’s Heartfelt Debut: ‘You Were My First Love’ Captivates K-Pop Fans

    Excitement is building in the K-pop world as a new star prepares to make her mark. MiRi, the latest addition…

    Curiosity, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Korean Art, LG, Perspectives, Social Media
  • Breaking News: ENA K POP UP CHART SHOW Unveils Star-Studded 6th Lineup

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Breaking News: ENA K POP UP CHART SHOW Unveils Star-Studded 6th Lineup

    K-pop fans, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated ENA K POP UP CHART SHOW is set to return with its…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • Feel the Energy: aespa’s ‘Whiplash’ Promises an Unforgettable Comeback!

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Feel the Energy: aespa’s ‘Whiplash’ Promises an Unforgettable Comeback!

    Girl group aespa is poised to take the K-pop world by storm once again with their highly anticipated 5th mini-album,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, Seoul
  • TVXQ! Set to Celebrate 20 Years in Japan with Monumental Album ‘ZONE’

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    TVXQ! Set to Celebrate 20 Years in Japan with Monumental Album ‘ZONE’

    K-pop legends TVXQ! are gearing up for a milestone celebration that’s bound to excite fans across generations. The duo is…

    history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Seoul, Social Media
  • From Stage to Style: ILLIT’s Fashion Forward Debut in Vogue Korea

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    From Stage to Style: ILLIT’s Fashion Forward Debut in Vogue Korea

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea Rising K-pop sensation ILLIT has taken the fashion world by storm, landing a coveted spot on…

    Fame, history, K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul, Social Media
  • MADEIN and Shimamura Join Forces for Exciting Fashion Collaboration

    Oct 18, 2024
    in Entertainment
    MADEIN and Shimamura Join Forces for Exciting Fashion Collaboration

    K-pop sensation MADEIN has teamed up with Japanese fashion retailer Shimamura for a special collaboration that’s set to take the…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul, Shopping
  • K-pop Stars Set to Dazzle at KNUT Festival Day 1 & Day 2

    Oct 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Stars Set to Dazzle at KNUT Festival Day 1 & Day 2

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts! The Korea National University of Transportation (KNUT) has unveiled a star-studded lineup for Day 1…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul
  • Forestella’s ‘Apocalypse’: Kang Hyungho’s Concept Photo Ignites Fan Excitement!

    Oct 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Forestella’s ‘Apocalypse’: Kang Hyungho’s Concept Photo Ignites Fan Excitement!

    Forestella, the rising crossover male quartet, is set to captivate fans once again with their upcoming digital single “Apocalypse.” The…

    Discussion, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • KISS OF LIFE Electrifies Fans with “Get Loud” Music Video Release

    Oct 15, 2024
    in Entertainment

    K-pop sensation KISS OF LIFE has once again captivated audiences with the release of their latest music video, “Get Loud,”…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG
  • K-pop Sensation aespa Set to Release “Whiplash” – Their Most Ambitious Mini Album Yet

    Oct 14, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation aespa Set to Release “Whiplash” – Their Most Ambitious Mini Album Yet

    South Korean girl group aespa is gearing up to release their highly anticipated 5th mini album, “Whiplash,” sending waves of…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • The problem with the kpop industry isn’t the fans, but the companies

    Oct 14, 2024
    in Community

    Following the recent news, I am once again shocked but not surprised at the level people would go to ruin…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Korean Comapny
  • Embracing Change: Inside PURPLE KISS’s Exciting ‘HEADWAY’ Album

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Embracing Change: Inside PURPLE KISS’s Exciting ‘HEADWAY’ Album

    K-pop sensation PURPLE KISS is gearing up to captivate fans once again with their highly anticipated 7th mini album, “HEADWAY.”…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • NewJeans’ Haerin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s November 2024 Cover in Dior Collaboration

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    NewJeans’ Haerin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s November 2024 Cover in Dior Collaboration

    K-pop sensation Haerin, a member of the popular girl group NewJeans, has once again captured the spotlight with her latest…

    Celebrity, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • XG’s ‘IYKYK’: A Cosmic Journey of Sound and Vision in K-Pop – The Video

    Oct 11, 2024
    in Entertainment

    K-pop sensation XG has once again captivated their audience with the release of their latest single “IYKYK” (If You Know…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry
  • tripleS Shines Bright: Hyerin, Jiwoo, Yooyeon, and Kotone Take Center Stage on topclass Magazine Cover!

    Oct 11, 2024
    in Entertainment
    tripleS Shines Bright: Hyerin, Jiwoo, Yooyeon, and Kotone Take Center Stage on topclass Magazine Cover!

    In a dazzling display of talent and charisma, four members of the groundbreaking K-pop group tripleS have taken center stage…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT, Seoul
  • HYBE conflict vs NewJeans label set to escalate into legal battle

    Apr 26, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    HYBE conflict vs NewJeans label set to escalate into legal battle

    NewJeans, a five-member girl group HYBE Co., the company behind boy band BTS, has reported Min Hee-jin, the chief of…

    BTS, fail, K-pop, K-pop industry
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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