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  • Casual Chat – (December 28)

    Dec 28, 2025
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    Welcome to ‘ Casual Chat! Here, you can talk about any topic you want; k-pop or not. Anything goes here!…

    K-pop
  • Why Bae Suzy is the Ultimate All-Rounder and still “Nation’s First Love” in 2025

    Dec 28, 2025
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    As an International Fan of Bae Suzy from India, I recently started exploring Bae Suzy’s career, after watching her in…

    Celebrity, Fame, family, Gen Z, K-drama, K-pop, LG, Millennials, MZ generation, Naver
  • I think Taehyun from TXT is one of, if not, the best vocalists in k-pop

    Dec 28, 2025
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    Yes, he’s by bias, but it’s because of(!) his vocal talent. I always thought he was especially talented especially after…

    K-pop
  • BTS to Return in Spring 2026 with New Album, Biggest Tour Ever, and a Global Fashion Comeback

    Dec 27, 2025
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    BTS to Return in Spring 2026 with New Album, Biggest Tour Ever, and a Global Fashion Comeback

    Photo Credits: BigHit Entertainment HYBE Entertainment After a nearly three-year hiatus due to mandatory military service, BTS—the world’s most influential…

    BTS, Discussion, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Military, Seoul, Social Media, Suga, travel
  • Hot take: I feel like it would be great if other physical forms of media joined the Kpop format

    Dec 27, 2025
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    K-pop physical albums often have a unique photobook for each version and other goodies such as the photocards, stickers, and…

    K-pop
  • K-pop Demon Hunters Shin Ramyun cup

    Dec 27, 2025
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    K-pop Demon Hunters Shin Ramyun cup

    I just bought the new K-pop Demon Hunters Shin Ramyun cup at a convenience store! I haven’t tried it yet,…

    K-pop
  • Your Shot at Stardom: How to Apply and Join Titan Content — The Rising K‑Pop Agency Behind AtHeart’s Global Buzz 🌟🎤

    Dec 27, 2025
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    Photo Credit: Titan Content Titan Content—home of breakthrough girl group **tHeart—is opening the next chapter of K-pop excellence. Think you…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Social Media
  • Apink Returns with 11th Mini Album ‘RE : LOVE’: MUSE Ver Concept Unveiled for 15th Anniversary Comeback

    Dec 26, 2025
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    Apink Returns with 11th Mini Album ‘RE : LOVE’: MUSE Ver Concept Unveiled for 15th Anniversary Comeback

    Photo Credits: US Entertainment Apink Returns with ‘RE : LOVE’ 💗K-pop’s beloved icons are back! Apink celebrates their 15th anniversary…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • “Joohoney’s INSANITY: MONSTA X’s Tiger Roars with New Mini Album”

    Dec 26, 2025
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    “Joohoney’s INSANITY: MONSTA X’s Tiger Roars with New Mini Album”

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment Joohoney of MONSTA X is set to electrify K-pop fans worldwide with his second mini album,…

    BTS, Discussion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • These faces define the ‘visual standard’ for K-pop girl groups

    Dec 26, 2025
    in News
    These faces define the ‘visual standard’ for K-pop girl groups

    Three leading visuals of Korea’s fourth-generation girl groups — Jang Won-young of IVE, Karina of aespa and Sullyoon of NMIXX…

    Daejeon, K-pop, Social Media
  • K-pop snack collaboration gone wrong? Fans protest after Stray Kids’ Han missing from Pepero package

    Dec 26, 2025
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    K-pop snack collaboration gone wrong? Fans protest after Stray Kids’ Han missing from Pepero package

    A Stray Kids collaboration package for the Korean snack product Pepero, produced by Lotte Wellfood, has sparked controversy among fans…

    Controversy, K-pop, Lotte, Protest, Question
  • Context regarding the “Winter was ignored by the fans” controversy at the Gayo Daejeon red carpet

    Dec 26, 2025
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    So, there are some edited videos making rounds here on Reddit about Winter supposedly being ignored by MYs at the…

    Controversy, Daejeon, K-pop, Scandal, Seoul, travel
  • Who is the most underrated group when it comes to vocals and why is it XG?

    Dec 26, 2025
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    So XG recently has become one of my ult groups and it seems like they are never really in the…

    K-pop
  • Please I beg, been trying to find this vid for ages

    Dec 25, 2025
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    I need help finding this vid I keep thinking about: I’m trying to find a 2020 looking K-pop girl group…

    K-pop
  • V BTS Vogue Japan 2026: Style Evolution, Beauty Endorsements, and the Cinematic Pictorial​

    Dec 25, 2025
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    V BTS Vogue Japan 2026: Style Evolution, Beauty Endorsements, and the Cinematic Pictorial​

    Photo Credit: Vogue Japan BigHit Music V: BTS’s Fashion Muse Shines in Vogue Japan BTS’s V (Kim Taehyung) continues to…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • Chi Liyu Shines Beyond Sound: Inside Her Defining Kitto Magazine Pictorial and the 2025 Creative Direction That Redefines K-pop Artistry

    Dec 25, 2025
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    Chi Liyu Shines Beyond Sound: Inside Her Defining Kitto Magazine Pictorial and the 2025 Creative Direction That Redefines K-pop Artistry

    Photo Credits: Kitto Magazine FNC Entertainment Chuei Liyu: Poise, Power, and a New K-pop Aesthetic For the December 2025 cover…

    Fame, K-pop, Seoul
  • what were the signs you’d become a kpoppie?

    Dec 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    merry christmas! 🎄 when i was younger, i was obsessed with rotten to the core from descendants and til now…

    BTS, K-pop
  • From Seoul to Paris: How K-pop Idols Are Redefining Luxury Fashion Collaborations

    Dec 25, 2025
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    From Seoul to Paris: How K-pop Idols Are Redefining Luxury Fashion Collaborations

    “This is what the future of fashion sounds like.”​ In the ever-evolving world of global fashion, the lines between music,…

    BTS, Demographics, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Social Media
  • 2025’s K-Pop Solo Revolution: The Artists Who Redefined the Sound and Style of Korean Pop Music with Their Breakout Debuts

    Dec 25, 2025
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    2025’s K-Pop Solo Revolution: The Artists Who Redefined the Sound and Style of Korean Pop Music with Their Breakout Debuts

    2025 was a landmark year for K-pop soloists, with several established group members stepping out as solo artists and making…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • Yuta (NCT) Redefines Self with ‘PERSONA’ — A Singular Blend of Art, Identity, and Venomous Allure in His First Full Album

    Dec 24, 2025
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    Yuta (NCT) Redefines Self with ‘PERSONA’ — A Singular Blend of Art, Identity, and Venomous Allure in His First Full Album

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment Yuta’s Moment of Metamorphosis In PERSONA, Yuta steps out from NCT’s synchronized world into his own cinematic…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • Sullyoon of NMIXX Shines in Marie Claire Korea x Onitsuka Tiger January 2026 Pictorial—Youth, Heritage, and Motion

    Dec 24, 2025
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    Sullyoon of NMIXX Shines in Marie Claire Korea x Onitsuka Tiger January 2026 Pictorial—Youth, Heritage, and Motion

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Onitsuka Tiger JYP Entertainment Sullyoon Steps Into 2026: Style, Confidence, and Motion The start of…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul
  • BTOB’s Lee Changsub Captivates in Arena Homme+ Korea January 2026: Elegance, Emotion, and Artistic Evolution in Focus

    Dec 24, 2025
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    BTOB’s Lee Changsub Captivates in Arena Homme+ Korea January 2026: Elegance, Emotion, and Artistic Evolution in Focus

    Photo Credits: Arena Homme+ Korea. BTOB Company BTOB’s Lee Changsub: A New Chapter of Refined Expression Arena Homme+ Korea’s January…

    Celebrity, K-pop, Social Media
  • INTHE X Shines in DAZED Korea’s January 2026 Pictorial: A New Era for K-pop Boy Groups

    Dec 23, 2025
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    INTHE X Shines in DAZED Korea’s January 2026 Pictorial: A New Era for K-pop Boy Groups

    Photo Credits: DAZED Korea iNKODE INTHE X, the much-anticipated 10-member project boy group under iNKODE, has officially previewed their debut…

    Japan, K-pop, Kia
  • STAYC’s Yoon Shines in GQ Korea’s January 2026 Issue: A High-Fashion Editorial Breakdown

    Dec 23, 2025
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    STAYC’s Yoon Shines in GQ Korea’s January 2026 Issue: A High-Fashion Editorial Breakdown

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea High Up Entertainment STAYC’s Yoon has stepped into the spotlight of GQ Korea’s January 2026 issue,…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • What are some songs where you feel the language or the original members are “irreplaceable”?

    Dec 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    K-pop production is incredibly high-quality, and many songs are so well-made that they sound great regardless of the language or…

    K-pop, Korean Language
  • Han Yujin’s Allure Korea Cover: The Art of Modern Luxury in December 2025

    Dec 23, 2025
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    Han Yujin’s Allure Korea Cover: The Art of Modern Luxury in December 2025

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea WAKEONE Management Han Yujin, the magnetic presence of ZEROBASEONE, has once again captivated the fashion world…

    K-pop, Stress, study
  • Winter in Full Bloom: aespa’s Ice-Meets-Iridescence Glow for ELLE Korea x espoir’s Digital December Pictorial”

    Dec 22, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Winter in Full Bloom: aespa’s Ice-Meets-Iridescence Glow for ELLE Korea x espoir’s Digital December Pictorial”

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea espoir SM Entertainment When aespa’s Winter steps into frame for ELLE Korea’s December 2025 digital cover with espoir, it’s less a…

    K-pop, Metaverse, Mystery, study
  • Chuu Unlocks a New Era in K-pop Aesthetics with ‘XO, My Cyberlove’: A Visionary Dive into Digital Emotion and Post-Human Glamour

    Dec 22, 2025
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    Chuu Unlocks a New Era in K-pop Aesthetics with ‘XO, My Cyberlove’: A Visionary Dive into Digital Emotion and Post-Human Glamour

    Photo Credits: ATRP Chuu’s upcoming 1st Full Album “XO, My Cyberlove” is not merely a musical comeback—it’s a full-fledged artistic statement. The…

    K-pop, LG, Seoul
  • I had kind of lost my enthusiasm for K-pop for several years, but I came back to it as a Baby Stay

    Dec 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m going through a difficult period in my life; I’d drifted away from K-pop a bit. I’ve been into it…

    K-pop
  • Stray Kids’ HAN Sets His Own Pace in GQ Korea’s January 2026 HOKA Editorial: Fur Bombers, Performance Sneakers

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Stray Kids’ HAN Sets His Own Pace in GQ Korea’s January 2026 HOKA Editorial: Fur Bombers, Performance Sneakers

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea JYP Entertainment Stray Kids’ HAN steps into GQ Korea’s January 2026 pages not just as an…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • Juyeon’s GQ Korea 2025 Cover: Balenciaga Football Series Meets K-pop Royalty

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Juyeon’s GQ Korea 2025 Cover: Balenciaga Football Series Meets K-pop Royalty

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea ONE Hundred Entertainment Lee Juyeon’s digital cover for GQ Korea’s January 2025 “Men of the Year”…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • MPMG WEEK 2026 “BLUE OCEAN” Global Music Audition: How Indie Artists Can Apply Online and Perform Live in Seoul’s New Wave Showcase

    Dec 21, 2025
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    MPMG WEEK 2026 “BLUE OCEAN” Global Music Audition: How Indie Artists Can Apply Online and Perform Live in Seoul’s New Wave Showcase

    Photo Credits: MPMG In 2026, Seoul’s indie music scene is gearing up for a fresh surge of new talent as…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Perspectives, Seoul, travel
  • Yuna x VIEWMAP: The 250730 Glasses Shoot That Redefined K-Pop Fashion and Elevated Eyewear Editorial Style

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Yuna x VIEWMAP: The 250730 Glasses Shoot That Redefined K-Pop Fashion and Elevated Eyewear Editorial Style

    Photo Credits: VIEWMAP JYP Entertainment The collaboration between Yuna (ITZY) and VIEWMAP for the 250730 Yuna x VIEWMAP glasses shoot…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Photography, Seoul, study
  • Huh Jiwon’s Rolling Stone Korea Editorial: A Defining Moment of Glamour, Edge, and Artistic Evolution

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Huh Jiwon’s Rolling Stone Korea Editorial: A Defining Moment of Glamour, Edge, and Artistic Evolution

    Photo Credits: Rolling Stone Korea B.able Company Huh Jiwon’s editorial feature in Rolling Stone Korea Issue No. 16 is a…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, travel
  • STAYC Races Into Japan With “STAY ALIVE” Showcase Live At KT Zepp Yokohama 2026

    Dec 21, 2025
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    STAYC Races Into Japan With “STAY ALIVE” Showcase Live At KT Zepp Yokohama 2026

    Photo Credits: HighUp Entertainment STAYC’s first full-length Japanese album, “STAY ALIVE,” is setting the stage for a high-voltage night in…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Mystery, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • Close Your Eyes Shines as Billboard’s K-Pop Rookie of the Month: Breaking Boundaries and Capturing Hearts

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Close Your Eyes Shines as Billboard’s K-Pop Rookie of the Month: Breaking Boundaries and Capturing Hearts

    Photo Credits: Billboard UNCORE Close Your Eyes has made a striking impact on the global K-pop scene, recently being honored…

    driver, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media, travel
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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