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  • It was my evening.

    Oct 3, 2025
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    It was my evening.

    Pork and Beef My mom made fresh kimchi today. submitted by /u/baembaem0 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Day 1 with Costco size cucumber kimchi: still optimistic…🤭

    Oct 2, 2025
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    Day 1 with Costco size cucumber kimchi: still optimistic…🤭

    My husband picked up a large tub of cucumber kimchi from Costco since it was on sale. The sell by…

    Kimchi
  • Made Taeyon’s (1-2-3 kimchi) “Easiest bibimbap”

    Sep 30, 2025
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    Made Taeyon’s (1-2-3 kimchi) “Easiest bibimbap”

    My first time making bibimbap of any kind, saw this recipe on YT in a short from Taeyon and I…

    Bibimbap, Kimchi
  • Kimchi Jeon for a Rainy Day Lunch

    Sep 30, 2025
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    Kimchi Jeon for a Rainy Day Lunch

    Ingredients: • Kimchi • 부침가루 (Korean pancake mix) • Flour (I usually mix flour with 부침가루 since the mix is…

    Kimchi
  • Tried kimchi jjigae for the first time

    Sep 30, 2025
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    Tried kimchi jjigae for the first time

    Ok I usually hate soup or stew but I’ve always thought that Koreans stews look more appetizing. I decided to…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Koreans
  • Can i use gochujang instead of gochugaru for making at home kimchi?

    Sep 29, 2025
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    I’ve never made kimchi before, but I want to try it out. I looked for a bunch of simple recipes,…

    Kimchi
  • One pan pork miso

    Sep 28, 2025
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    One pan pork miso

    I don’t know if this is Korean or Japanese, since I was scrolling through Pinterest looking for Korean and Japanese…

    Japan, Kimchi, Pork
  • Kimchi with Oyster and Seasoned Bellflower Root. YUM!!!!😃

    Sep 28, 2025
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    Kimchi with Oyster and Seasoned Bellflower Root. YUM!!!!😃

    I love Kimchi. I didn’t think I could love it more until I tried Kimchi with Oyster. Oh, my!! The…

    Kimchi, Oyster
  • “Made kimchi with sweet potato stems today 😋”

    Sep 27, 2025
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    “Made kimchi with sweet potato stems today 😋”

    submitted by /u/kmg9928 [link] [comments]

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  • Am i the only one who feels Kimchi from these small packs tastes better?

    Sep 26, 2025
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    Am i the only one who feels Kimchi from these small packs tastes better?

    On my last day in Korea, my fridge was empty, so I had a proper meal at a nearby restaurant,…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Hello guys! I’m doing a cooking around the world project and Korea is coming up in a little while.

    Sep 25, 2025
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    Since I’m more learner than expert I would love your feedback on the dishes I’m planning to make. Generally the…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, LG
  • Kimchi Pizza Tangsuyuk(Sweet and sour pork)

    Sep 21, 2025
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    Kimchi Pizza Tangsuyuk(Sweet and sour pork)

    submitted by /u/stalincapital [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Classic Shin ramen and homemade kimchi!

    Sep 21, 2025
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    Classic Shin ramen and homemade kimchi!

    I missed this! I like my ramen with lots of onion leeks. How do you like your ramen? submitted by…

    Kimchi
  • kimchi jjigae with pork belly and silken tofu

    Sep 21, 2025
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    kimchi jjigae with pork belly and silken tofu

    submitted by /u/Ellen-CherryCharles [link] [comments]

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • What main should I make tonight based on the banchan/ingredients I have?

    Sep 20, 2025
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    Wondering if you all are down to play Chopped with me? 😂 Having a hard time deciding what to make…

    fail, Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Korean fried chicken and kimchi!

    Sep 19, 2025
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    Korean fried chicken and kimchi!

    submitted by /u/rxdditTT [link] [comments]

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  • Has anyone ever made kimchi chigae with beef belly?

    Sep 18, 2025
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    I have been trying to get beef navel/short plate/beef belly to try making some beef bacon. However, the supplier only…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Homemade Kimchi let the magic happen

    Sep 15, 2025
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    Homemade Kimchi let the magic happen

    submitted by /u/KimCheeHoo [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Maangchi’s 킴치 recipe

    Sep 14, 2025
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    Maangchi’s 킴치 recipe

    I tried making kimchi for the first time. I’m not sure what to expect at worst it just won’t taste…

    Kimchi
  • Bossam+Buchu muchim+Gochu muchim+mom’s kimchi

    Sep 14, 2025
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    Bossam+Buchu muchim+Gochu muchim+mom’s kimchi

    Bossam is super underrated for clean bulking submitted by /u/dickingaround6969 [link] [comments]

    Bossam, Kimchi
  • Canadian Gal that loves Korean Cooking/Food

    Sep 13, 2025
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    Ive been watching Seonkyong Longest for about 8 years. Doobydobap as well. The obsession with Korean flavours are real. I…

    Bibimbap, Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Last night pork belly BBQ feast at my cousin’s 🤤🔥

    Sep 12, 2025
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    Last night pork belly BBQ feast at my cousin’s 🤤🔥

    Yesterday at my cousin’s somehow turned into a pork belly free-for-all 🤤 thick slices sizzling in the pan, garlic flying,…

    family, Kimchi, Pork
  • Now it’s time to make kimchi.

    Sep 11, 2025
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    Now it’s time to make kimchi.

    https://preview.redd.it/6sucrulhnjof1.jpg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c40ccaf532ab87cb9a540d630043536872ecfceb https://preview.redd.it/dg831ioinjof1.jpg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bf2702fa06523e9feb1f60352e300e379b6c5a5b Now it’s time to make kimchi. The ingredients have been carefully prepared. After making the kimchi, it undergoes…

    Kimchi
  • Korean BBQ : grilled pork belly (samgyeopsal) is always

    Sep 10, 2025
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    Korean BBQ : grilled pork belly (samgyeopsal) is always

    Korean style, grilled pork belly wrapped in lettuce with scallions, garlic and a bit of green onion oil sauce. Served…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • Korean fusion: ground beef, kimchi, avocado, fried eggs & feta

    Sep 10, 2025
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    Korean fusion: ground beef, kimchi, avocado, fried eggs & feta

    submitted by /u/RealistMind [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Homemade Napa Cabbage Kimchi

    Sep 9, 2025
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    Homemade Napa Cabbage Kimchi

    Just made a batch of homemade napa cabbage kimchi. The smell already has me excited for when it’s fully fermented.…

    Kimchi
  • nothing like bibimbap+kimchi jjigae

    Sep 8, 2025
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    nothing like bibimbap+kimchi jjigae

    submitted by /u/rxdditTT [link] [comments]

    Bibimbap, Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Store bought fermented pastes and probiotics

    Sep 8, 2025
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    Fermented foods are known for their probiotic benefits but do the store bought dwenjang, gochujang, kimchi, etc, have these benefits?…

    Kimchi
  • I just made my first batch of homemade kimchi.

    Sep 7, 2025
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    And it is DELICIOUS. I’m Brazilian, and I just tried my kimchi over a bowl of pipping hot rice and…

    Kimchi
  • Cooking with kimchi – that wasn’t tasty raw

    Sep 6, 2025
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    Do you think it’s likely that kimchi you don’t like when it’s fresh won’t be good or salvageable when it’s…

    Kimchi
  • I made mangchis kimchi recipe

    Sep 5, 2025
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    I made mangchis kimchi recipe

    it has a nice color can’t wait to try it submitted by /u/boolpies [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Which store Kimchi is most “authentic”

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Which store Kimchi is most “authentic”

    I’ve tried both shown in the images. One seems fresher with more of an earthy taste and one was a…

    Kimchi
  • Korea lunchbox-DOSIRAK

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Korea lunchbox-DOSIRAK

    Today, I tried a *Jeyuk Lunchbox* from a small local lunchbox shop called “Small Table (작은밥상)” in Songpa-gu, Seoul. It…

    Kimchi, Pork, Seoul
  • How can I make my kimchi-jiggae less salty?

    Sep 5, 2025
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    I really, really like kimchi-jiggae, and I make a huge batch every couple of weeks. My problem is that it’s…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Korea’s signature spices, sauces: niche market turning into fierce global battleground

    Sep 4, 2025
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    Korea’s signature spices, sauces: niche market turning into fierce global battleground

    A Dongwon Home Food outlet selling Vivid Kichen brand food In South Korea, there were recently unpleasant disputes over the…

    Celebrity, CJ Cheiljedang, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, Oyster, Samyang, Seoul, Suga
  • Is this normal (store bought Kimchi?)

    Sep 4, 2025
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    Is this normal (store bought Kimchi?)

    Hi! I bought this kimchi today and saw this when I opened it up. The top layer looks pretty dry…

    Kimchi
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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