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  • 82MAJOR Roars Into 2026 With 5th Concert “BEBEOM: BE THE TIGER” At Blue Square SOL Travel Hall

    Dec 20, 2025
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    82MAJOR Roars Into 2026 With 5th Concert “BEBEOM: BE THE TIGER” At Blue Square SOL Travel Hall

    Photo Credits: Great M Entertainment 82MAJOR are stepping into 2026 with teeth bared and claws out, unveiling their 5th concert…

    Japan, K-pop, purpose, Seoul, travel
  • Min Hee-jin says she will launch a boy band, dismisses NewJeans rivalry as auditions flood in

    Dec 20, 2025
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    Min Hee-jin says she will launch a boy band, dismisses NewJeans rivalry as auditions flood in

    Min Hee-jin, former Ador CEO and the head of newly founded agency OOAK Records, has publicly addressed her next move…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Question
  • ILLIT Shines in HIGHSNOBIETY Japan x Valentino Holiday Edition: A High-Fashion Pictorial Review

    Dec 20, 2025
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    ILLIT Shines in HIGHSNOBIETY Japan x Valentino Holiday Edition: A High-Fashion Pictorial Review

    Photo Credits: HIGHSNOBIETY Japan Valentino Belift Lab ILLIT’s appearance on the cover of HIGHSNOBIETY Japan’s Issue 15 Holiday Edition, in…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Tokyo
  • 2025 Seoul Con x WORLD K-POP FESTIVAL: VVUP, BIBI, SHINee Taemin, LNGSHOT & More – Full Artist Lineup, Group Members, and DJ Highlights

    Dec 20, 2025
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    2025 Seoul Con x WORLD K-POP FESTIVAL: VVUP, BIBI, SHINee Taemin, LNGSHOT & More – Full Artist Lineup, Group Members, and DJ Highlights

    Photo Credits: 88rising. World Kpop Festival The 2025 Seoul Con x WORLD K-POP FESTIVAL is shaping up to be one…

    K-pop, Seoul, Social Media, Subway, travel
  • I wish the split up of TVXQ never happened

    Dec 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been a fan of TVXQ for the last few months and the more I learned about their history and…

    history, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • Zhang Hao Heralds the New Year in Art-Infused Streetwear: Inside FILA FUSION x Dimitri Rybaltchenko’s Limited-Edition Capsule and CF Pictorial

    Dec 19, 2025
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    Zhang Hao Heralds the New Year in Art-Infused Streetwear: Inside FILA FUSION x Dimitri Rybaltchenko’s Limited-Edition Capsule and CF Pictorial

    Photo Credits: FILA FUSION. Dimitri Rybaltchenko Zhang Hao steps into the New Year not merely as a brand ambassador, but…

    Fame, family, history, K-pop
  • aespa Captivates Fans Worldwide in the Festive Nongshim Shin Ramyun CF ‘251219’ with Stunning Group & Solo Visuals

    Dec 19, 2025
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    aespa Captivates Fans Worldwide in the Festive Nongshim Shin Ramyun CF ‘251219’ with Stunning Group & Solo Visuals

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment Nongshim Shin The global powerhouse girl group aespa has once again proven that they are not only music…

    K-pop, Korean Food, LG, Social Media
  • Kim Yo-Han of WEi Takes Allure by Storm: Milestones and Creative Revolution

    Dec 19, 2025
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    Kim Yo-Han of WEi Takes Allure by Storm: Milestones and Creative Revolution

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea. OUI Entertainment The New Paradigm: Kim Yo-Han Unveiled Kim Yo-Han, the dynamic force behind WEi and…

    K-pop
  • MONSTA X’s Joohoney Returns with ‘光 (INSANITY)’ — 2nd Mini Album Set to Illuminate January 2026 in Explosive Solo Comeback

    Dec 19, 2025
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    MONSTA X’s Joohoney Returns with ‘光 (INSANITY)’ — 2nd Mini Album Set to Illuminate January 2026 in Explosive Solo Comeback

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment MONSTA X’s Joohoney Ignites 2026 with His Second Solo Era After months of quiet anticipation, MONSTA X’s…

    K-pop
  • Stray Kids Take the Big Screen: Concert Movie Lights Up Cinemas Worldwide with Electrifying Energy and Global Fanfare.

    Dec 19, 2025
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    Stray Kids Take the Big Screen: Concert Movie Lights Up Cinemas Worldwide with Electrifying Energy and Global Fanfare.

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Stray Kids is set to take their explosive stage presence to a new level with the…

    Fame, history, K-pop, K-pop industry
  • Apink Returns with 11th Mini Album “RE : LOVE”: Celebrating 15 Years of Pure K-pop Magic

    Dec 19, 2025
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    Apink Returns with 11th Mini Album “RE : LOVE”: Celebrating 15 Years of Pure K-pop Magic

    Photo Credits: WithUS Entertainment Apink is set to make a stunning return with their 11th mini-album, “RE : LOVE,” releasing…

    K-pop
  • Gangwon State Attracts Around 700 Group Tourists from the Philippines via Yangyang International Airport, Boosting Inbound Tourism

    Dec 19, 2025
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    Gangwon State Attracts Around 700 Group Tourists from the Philippines via Yangyang International Airport, Boosting Inbound Tourism

    Gangwon State, led by Governor Kim Jin-tae, announced that it has attracted approximately 710 group tourists from the Philippines through…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Tourism, travel
  • EXO-CBX Return to the Global Stage: Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin Set to Electrify Fans at Dream Concert 2026 in Hong Kong

    Dec 19, 2025
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    EXO-CBX Return to the Global Stage: Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin Set to Electrify Fans at Dream Concert 2026 in Hong Kong

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment When the announcement dropped that EXO-CBX — the powerhouse trio of Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin —…

    history, K-pop, KT, LG, Social Media
  • Billboard’s The 25 Best K-Pop SONGS of 2025: Staff Picks

    Dec 19, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Okay I know I posted one for the best albums not too long ago and I don’t intend to spam…

    BTS, Celebrity, K-pop, KT, LG, Question
  • Billboard’s Best K-Pop Albums of 2025: Staff Picks

    Dec 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I know there will be pitchforks raised by people online since this ranking is bound to get a lot of…

    K-pop, LG, Question, Seoul
  • LNGSHOT’s “Saucin” teaser introduces Jay Park’s bold new boy group with striking visuals, rebellious energy, and a fresh concept

    Dec 18, 2025
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    LNGSHOT’s “Saucin” teaser introduces Jay Park’s bold new boy group with striking visuals, rebellious energy, and a fresh concept

    Photo Credits: MORE VISION LNGSHOT’s debut is set to ignite the K-pop scene with their bold new concept teaser, “Saucin,”…

    history, K-pop, KT, Social Media
  • What is the song/album/group or solo singer who got you into K-Pop??

    Dec 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    For me it was SOBER – BIGBANG and Y Si Fuera Ella – SHINee. I remember when i wasn’t listening…

    K-pop
  • I never thought K-pop would make me appreciate my own features

    Dec 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This isn’t meant to put anyone down or elevate one group over another. I’m just sharing a personal experience that…

    Japan, K-pop
  • ILLIT’s MINJU Radiates Star Power on Marie Claire Korea January 2026 Covers: A Breakthrough Moment in Style and Identity

    Dec 18, 2025
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    ILLIT’s MINJU Radiates Star Power on Marie Claire Korea January 2026 Covers: A Breakthrough Moment in Style and Identity

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Belift Lab ILLIT MINJU — A Defining Moment in the Spotlight When Marie Claire Korea…

    Curiosity, history, K-pop, KT, Seoul
  • Seeking “brutally honest” feedback: I published 5 books on Amazon after retiring, but struggling with visibility.

    Dec 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Seeking “brutally honest” feedback: I published 5 books on Amazon after retiring, but struggling with visibility.

    Hello everyone, I am a writer from Korea who recently fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming an author after retiring.…

    K-pop
  • k-pop fans NEEDING their idols to be gay

    Dec 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve noticed this w so many groups that they NEED to call and idol gay and it’s mainly just for…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Sex
  • Catch The One: SEOJUN’s Explosive Debut with “RIGHT NOW!” – Kpop’s New Rock Revolution

    Dec 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Catch The One: SEOJUN’s Explosive Debut with “RIGHT NOW!” – Kpop’s New Rock Revolution

    Photo Credits: Evermore Entertainment Catch The One is making waves in the K-pop scene with their debut concept photo and…

    history, K-pop
  • ONF 2026 North American Tour: THE MAP BEYOND THE HORIZON – Dates, Tickets & Member Posters

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ONF 2026 North American Tour: THE MAP BEYOND THE HORIZON – Dates, Tickets & Member Posters

    Photo Credits: WM Entertainment ONF’s 2026 North American concert tour, titled “THE MAP: BEYOND THE HORIZON,” is set to bring…

    history, K-pop, Mystery
  • IVE’s Wonyoung Radiates the Essence of Modern Elegance in DICON Winter 2025 – A Defining Moment in Visual Storytelling

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    IVE’s Wonyoung Radiates the Essence of Modern Elegance in DICON Winter 2025 – A Defining Moment in Visual Storytelling

    Photo Credits: DICON Starship Entertainment The Reign of Visual Storytelling: Wonyoung in DICON Winter 2025 IVE’s Jang Wonyoung—fashion’s perennial muse…

    K-pop, Mystery
  • Fei Returns in ‘RUNAWAY’: A Bold Visual Reinvention That Blends Cinematic Mystery, Fashion Edge, and Artistic Freedom

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Fei Returns in ‘RUNAWAY’: A Bold Visual Reinvention That Blends Cinematic Mystery, Fashion Edge, and Artistic Freedom

    Photo Credits: Wang Feifei Studio The Return of an Icon After years of quiet evolution, Fei, former member of miss A, reclaims…

    K-pop, LG, Mystery
  • Nam Woohyun Reimagined: INFINITE’s Voice of Emotion Captures The Spotlight in THEATRE plus December 2025 Pictorial

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Nam Woohyun Reimagined: INFINITE’s Voice of Emotion Captures The Spotlight in THEATRE plus December 2025 Pictorial

    Photo Credits: THEATRE plus Woollim Entertainment Nam Woohyun in His Element — The Spotlight Returns The December 2025 cover of THEATRE…

    K-pop, purpose
  • I do not care much about “best x” rankings or lists, I think they are almost pointless.

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Since it’s the end of the year and so many sites have published their own “Best K-Pop” rankings in 2025,…

    family, K-pop, LG
  • SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu Reigns in Dior Elegance for Esquire Hong Kong January 2026 — A Powerful Vision of Modern Masculinity

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu Reigns in Dior Elegance for Esquire Hong Kong January 2026 — A Powerful Vision of Modern Masculinity

    Photo Credits: Pledis Entertainment Esquire Hong Kong Dior When SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu graces a magazine cover, it’s more than just fashion — it’s…

    K-pop, Kia, Korean Art, Seoul
  • Hyeri Shines for Allure Korea x Ferragamo: Girl’s Day Icon Defines Modern Elegance in the January 2026 Cover Story

    Dec 16, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Hyeri Shines for Allure Korea x Ferragamo: Girl’s Day Icon Defines Modern Elegance in the January 2026 Cover Story

    Photo Credits: Allure Korea Ferragamo SUBLIME Hyeri’s New Era: Confidence Meets Couture In Allure Korea’s January 2026 issue, Girl’s Day Hyeri steps into…

    K-pop, purpose, Seoul
  • Why do people become K-pop idols if the job is so demanding?

    Dec 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This isn’t meant to criticize idols at all—just something I’ve been wondering about. The training period alone can take years,…

    Fame, K-pop
  • Bigbang’s longevity is insane, with how they’ve maintained relevancy, even after so many years of inactivity.

    Dec 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Love them, hate them, or just neutral towards them, there no denying that Bigbang is such an impactful group within…

    Discussion, K-pop, squid game
  • Jungkook’s Parisian Elegance: Inside His ELLE Korea January 2026 Cover Story and CHANEL Ambassador Moment

    Dec 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Jungkook’s Parisian Elegance: Inside His ELLE Korea January 2026 Cover Story and CHANEL Ambassador Moment

    Photo. Credits: ELLE Korea Chanel BigHit Music Jungkook of BTS has officially made history as the cover star of ELLE…

    BTS, history, K-pop
  • What’s the worst K-pop concert experience you’ve had?

    Dec 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    It could be about anything. Maybe the artist didn’t engage much with the fans, showed little enthusiasm, or relied too…

    K-pop
  • A question for my fellow multi-stans when it comes to album collecting…

    Dec 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Okay, so long story short, I was introduced to K-pop through BTS around 2020/2021. For awhile there, they were the…

    BTS, K-pop, Question
  • What’s something in K-pop that you think is weird?

    Dec 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I never really thought about this until a friend from Seoul mentioned it. “Why some fans super celebrate and fawn…

    K-pop, Seoul
  • EXO’s “I’m Home” MV: A Heartfelt Winter Comeback That Topped YouTube and Touched Fans Worldwide [Music Video]

    Dec 14, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment EXO’s “I’m Home” MV has made a powerful comeback, resonating deeply with fans and topping YouTube’s…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, 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