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  • My wife’s pa kimchi

    Aug 13, 2025
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    My wife’s pa kimchi

    Costco had big bags of green onions so my wife made pa kimchi. She only used the smaller ones. So…

    Kimchi
  • I love garlic

    Aug 12, 2025
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    I love garlic

    Garlic with samgyeopsal is unbeatable. I can’t really eat raw garlic, so I always grill mine. Grilled kimchi with it…

    Kimchi
  • Is kimchi supposed to have a small hole in the center of the package

    Aug 12, 2025
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    Is kimchi supposed to have a small hole in the center of the package

    Hello everyone, yesterday I bought a bag of kimchi and noticed it had a small hole in the back. I…

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  • What are the staple cooking tools in a home Korean kitchen?

    Aug 10, 2025
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    Hey all, just joined. I love eating Korean food but have never made anything other than kimchi, and I want…

    Kimchi, Korean Food
  • Best store bought kimchi?

    Aug 9, 2025
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    Best store bought kimchi?

    These two are my favorite but what are yours? Looking for good recommendations! submitted by /u/bolinhadeovo90 [link] [comments]

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  • Second Time Making Banchan!

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Second Time Making Banchan!

    It was my first time trying most of these, and they all came out super tasty. I made gochujang chicken,…

    Kimchi
  • Container for self made kimchi

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Container for self made kimchi

    submitted by /u/AlternativeEnd7551 [link] [comments]

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  • Is this mold on my kimchi jar?

    Aug 7, 2025
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    Is this mold on my kimchi jar?

    I bought this kimchi from the store but when I got home I noticed something that looked fuzzy and white…

    Kimchi
  • Difference between kimchi stew and tom yum soup?

    Aug 5, 2025
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    I’ve had tom yum soup aka lemongrass seafood soup many times already and I’ve noticed that it can kind of…

    Kimchi
  • My grocery store selling unrefrigerated 79c shelf stable kimchi from China

    Aug 5, 2025
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    My grocery store selling unrefrigerated 79c shelf stable kimchi from China

    I refuse to try this submitted by /u/Bitter-Goat-8773 [link] [comments]

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  • Julienned nabak-kimchi for bibim-guksu and mul-naengmyeon

    Aug 4, 2025
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    Julienned nabak-kimchi for bibim-guksu and mul-naengmyeon

    I eat a ton of cold noodle dishes in the summer, so instead of chopping up all the toppings each…

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  • Does anyone else feel like Korean soups/stews don’t get the same love as BBQ and fried chicken?

    Aug 3, 2025
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    Every time people talk about Korean food, it’s almost always BBQ, fried chicken, or maybe kimchi. But dishes like kimchi…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Korean Food, korean soup, Social Media
  • first experience with kimchi

    Aug 1, 2025
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    I’m a white person from eastern europe with zero experience when it comes to most asian cuisine but I’ve been…

    Kimchi
  • A different style bossam – green cabbage oyster kimchi with scallion cilantro chives and radish, with sous vide pork loin

    Jul 31, 2025
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    A different style bossam – green cabbage oyster kimchi with scallion cilantro chives and radish, with sous vide pork loin

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

    Bossam, Kimchi, Oyster, Pork
  • Kbbq cucumber kimchi

    Jul 30, 2025
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    submitted by /u/PrincessPeachG [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Making Green Onion Kimchi (Pa Kimchi) for the first time, Am I Doing It Right?

    Jul 29, 2025
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    I’m reusing a leftover kimchi container to ferment the green onion kimchi. I made this on Friday, I understand that…

    Kimchi
  • Has this kimchi gone bad?

    Jul 29, 2025
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    Has this kimchi gone bad?

    Bought this tub just 2 days ago, brand new. Only cautious because just recently I had a kimchi I bought…

    Kimchi
  • Tomato kimchi / burdock kimbap

    Jul 28, 2025
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    Tomato kimchi / burdock kimbap

    Tried a recipe for tomato kimchi I found on Pinterest, Its not the authentic type of course, the recipe is…

    Kimchi
  • Not OC but pretty relevant here

    Jul 28, 2025
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    Not OC but pretty relevant here

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

    Kimchi
  • Kimchi fried rice

    Jul 28, 2025
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    Kimchi fried rice

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

    Kimchi
  • Can anyone suggest a good place with Korean food (like tteokbokki, bibimbap, kimchi, corndogs) in Arkhangelsk (Russia).

    Jul 27, 2025
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    Please 🥺. I don’t know a normal place except for the restaurant in Europark, but it’s very expensive there submitted…

    Bibimbap, Kimchi, Korean Food
  • Kimchi jjigae Pinay version

    Jul 26, 2025
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    Kimchi jjigae Pinay version

    My go to food especially on Saturday and lazy to do anything ✌️ submitted by /u/-star123- [link] [comments]

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • I eat a gallon of kimchi a week. Does this make me Korean??? 🥺👉👈

    Jul 25, 2025
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    I eat a gallon of kimchi a week. Does this make me Korean??? 🥺👉👈

    submitted by /u/datboi56565656565 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • What are your opinions on what should go into Budae-jjigae?

    Jul 24, 2025
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    Hi. Korean here. This has been on my mind for a good while, and I was wondering if I’m alone…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Does my kimchi have mold?

    Jul 24, 2025
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    Does my kimchi have mold?

    Just bought this yesterday and as I’m eating it I noticed these black dots. One of the pieces even had…

    Kimchi
  • LPT: Get rid of kimchi stains on a white shirt by laying it out in the sun (red pepper, tomato stains too)

    Jul 22, 2025
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    submitted by /u/mrsgordon [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Olive Young, a must-stop for foreign visitors to South Korea

    Jul 22, 2025
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    Olive Young, a must-stop for foreign visitors to South Korea

    An Olive Young store in Myeongdong, Seoul, a special store catering to foreign shoppers (Courtesy of CJ Olive Young) For…

    Busan, Jeju, Kimchi, myeongdong, Seoul, Shopping, Tourism
  • I’m getting hooked on bibimbap

    Jul 21, 2025
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    I’m getting hooked on bibimbap

    tofu marinated in a little sugar, garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and soy sauce, then fried till crispy, 5ish minutes…

    Bibimbap, Kimchi, Suga
  • Lotteria kimchi seasoning

    Jul 20, 2025
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    Lotteria kimchi seasoning

    So I was so in love with this Lotteria seasoning packet when I visited Korea, I bought around 20 to…

    Kimchi, Lotte
  • How long do these kimchi last in the fridge?

    Jul 18, 2025
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    How long do these kimchi last in the fridge?

    Saw these at a Korean department store in Seoul. Thinking of bringing some back home,anyone know how long they last…

    Kimchi, Seoul
  • Pork belly suyuk on rice with everything I had

    Jul 17, 2025
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    Pork belly suyuk on rice with everything I had

    A mix of banchan over rice for a “use up what’s in the fridge” bibimbap. Spicy mixed vegetables soy pickles,…

    Bibimbap, Kimchi, Pork
  • Recommendations for Korean dishes without chilli (or any related plants like tomato, peppers, aubergines, potato etc) or gluten.

    Jul 17, 2025
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    Hello, I love all the Korean food I have tried, and generally like to try all sorts of foods from…

    family, Kimchi, Korean Food
  • What to do with 5 Kilo radish?

    Jul 17, 2025
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    What to do with 5 Kilo radish?

    Got 2 big radisches for 4 euros today at hanaro markt in Düsseldorf. Made 1.5 Kilo korean pickled radish (the…

    Kimchi, KT
  • What’s your favorite Mandoo?🥟

    Jul 17, 2025
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    What’s your favorite Mandoo?🥟

    I like meat. Kimchi is not my taste. submitted by /u/stalincapital [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Homemade kimchi jiggae with spam ham

    Jul 17, 2025
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    Homemade kimchi jiggae with spam ham

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

    Kimchi
  • At home, K-convenience stores battle stagnation; abroad they are powerful food ambassador

    Jul 16, 2025
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    At home, K-convenience stores battle stagnation; abroad they are powerful food ambassador

    CU at Incheon International Airport In the bustling backstreets of Ulaanbaatar, shoppers file out of a CU convenience store with…

    Japan, Kimchi, Korean Food, LG, Lotte, Lotte World, Samyang, Seoul
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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