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  • Made Kimchi Jjigae first time!

    Jun 30, 2026
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    Made Kimchi Jjigae first time!

    I made kimchi jjigae for the first time last week and it was so yummy, almost as good as restaurants…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Pork Shoulder Kimchi Jjgae

    Jun 30, 2026
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    Pork Shoulder Kimchi Jjgae

    Spicy pork shoulder kimchi jjigae. I added sundubu last minute. I added Serrano Mexican peppers made it extra spicy submitted…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • “I Understand How Italians Feel”… Reactions Pour In Over the Viral ‘Pineapple Kimchi Stew’ Overseas

    Jun 30, 2026
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    submitted by /u/chickenandliver [link] [comments]

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  • Can you name these side dishes?

    Jun 27, 2026
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    Can you name these side dishes?

    My favorite korean BBQ restaurant closed! This was the tray of sides they brought out. I think the bottom is…

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  • Stirred kimchi

    Jun 26, 2026
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    Stirred kimchi

    My mom brought it from Korea to California for a 12-hour flight. She packed 4 lb of sir kimchi. Now…

    Kimchi, Korean Food
  • More homemade dinner ft tteokgalbi

    Jun 23, 2026
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    More homemade dinner ft tteokgalbi

    All homemade! Soybean paste stew Stir fried zucchini Soybean muchim Gamja jorim Oi muchim Kimchi submitted by /u/Meiyou-naisse [link] [comments]

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  • Seasoning that Koreans use a lot

    Jun 21, 2026
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    Seasoning that Koreans use a lot

    15 Essential Korean Seasonings: Every Home Cook Should Know 1. Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet. Essential…

    Kimchi, korean soup, Koreans, Oyster, purpose, Suga
  • Why is my kimchi so watery and bland?

    Jun 19, 2026
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    So I’ve been trying to master homemade kimchi, but I keep running into the same annoying problem. It always turns…

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  • Frozen treats at the 무인 아이스크림 할인점

    Jun 19, 2026
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    Frozen treats at the 무인 아이스크림 할인점

    Summer in Daegu is no joke, and it’s only June. After walking around Dongseongno for an hour or so this…

    Cheese, daegu, Kimchi
  • has my kimchi gone bad?

    Jun 19, 2026
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    has my kimchi gone bad?

    Hi all, need your help to see if this kimchi has gone bad. Not sure if this is mold because…

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  • Homemade Pork Spare Ribs Kimchi Stew & Korean Rolled Omelette

    Jun 19, 2026
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    Homemade Pork Spare Ribs Kimchi Stew & Korean Rolled Omelette

    Kimchi Jjigae (stew) is no doubt one of Korea’s national stews, and most Koreans, including myself, grew up eating it.…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Koreans, Pork
  • Older Women (Ajummas) in KPOP Would be A Very Good Idea

    Jun 18, 2026
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    I apologize that my sleepy brain on three different cold medicines mispelled “Ahjummas”. Shows and bands that celebrate older generations…

    K-pop, Kimchi, Korean Food, Koreans
  • Mom’s kimchi bibim guksu

    Jun 17, 2026
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    Mom’s kimchi bibim guksu

    I know you know bibimb guksu but really recommend you to add kimchi! Baechu kimchi or Yeolmu kimchi(my fav to…

    Kimchi
  • Amazing kimchi fried rice & a fried egg

    Jun 17, 2026
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    Amazing kimchi fried rice & a fried egg

    submitted by /u/Over-Standard5882 [link] [comments]

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  • Mul-naengmyeon 물냉면

    Jun 15, 2026
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    Mul-naengmyeon 물냉면

    Definitely needed korean mustard, green onions and radish water kimchi to elevate the dish. Overall though it was good. Today…

    Kimchi
  • KPop Band Idea: Just a group of Ajimas singing about making Dimsun

    Jun 15, 2026
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    I am a fan of the younger groups already, but I think that the industry could really benefit from expanding…

    Kimchi
  • Is there such thing as non-spicy kimchi?

    Jun 14, 2026
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    I have Crohns Disease so I can’t have ANY spice. No chili powder or flakes. submitted by /u/wolfmonarchy [link] [comments]

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  • Just made kimchi

    Jun 13, 2026
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    submitted by /u/Agitated-Name-8678 [link] [comments]

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  • Made kimchi

    Jun 13, 2026
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    submitted by /u/Agitated-Name-8678 [link] [comments]

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  • new to kimchi

    Jun 10, 2026
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    hi everyone! as the title suggests, i recently bought and tried kimchi for the first time. i bought two different…

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  • My mom made Janchi Guksu

    Jun 10, 2026
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    My mom made Janchi Guksu

    Nothing beats moms cooking! My mom made this warm bowl of Janchi Guksu for me. It is a comforting thin…

    Kimchi
  • matched 3 distilled sojus with the anju that actually goes with them

    Jun 10, 2026
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    matched 3 distilled sojus with the anju that actually goes with them

    follow up to a post I made about distilled soju — this time it’s about what to eat with them…

    Kimchi, Pork, Soju
  • Crispy Spam, Kimchi, & Egg Rice Balls (Jumeokbap)

    Jun 10, 2026
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    Crispy Spam, Kimchi, & Egg Rice Balls (Jumeokbap)

    Rice balls have always been a cost-effective meal in Korea. Simple, wholesome, and delicious. Spotting kimchi, spam, and eggs in…

    Kimchi
  • Kimchi sausage sushi

    Jun 10, 2026
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    Love Korean food and incorporating Korean cuisine into sausages. submitted by /u/New-Composer7591 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food
  • Store-bought kimchi expiration date

    Jun 9, 2026
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    First time buying kimchi and the date says last month, so it’s been a month since it expired. Is it…

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  • English husband says I stink like Kimchi

    Jun 7, 2026
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    He loves me, but he is SO sensitive to the smell of Kimchi, and other garlic heavy or spiced food.…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Kimchi

    Jun 6, 2026
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    Kimchi

    My mother in law made these kimchi for us. Geotjeori (Fresh kimchi ). Pa kimchi ( green onion kimchi). When…

    Kimchi
  • Seoul expands safety net for small shops fighting inflation

    Jun 4, 2026
    in News
    Seoul expands safety net for small shops fighting inflation

    Inside a modest neighborhood diner in central Seoul, the price of a bowl of kimchi stew has held steady despite…

    Kimchi, Seoul
  • What is the mouth-burningly hottest recipe that Korean cuisine can provide me?

    Jun 4, 2026
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    Well, to make this post no longer than it should be – I’ll start by saying I’m an immense enjoyer…

    fail, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food
  • Is this golmaji 골마지 on my kimchi? or something else?

    Jun 3, 2026
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    Is this golmaji 골마지 on my kimchi? or something else?

    submitted by /u/Revolutionary-Gas110 [link] [comments]

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  • Korean foods for a picky eater?

    Jun 3, 2026
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    I want to try more Korean foods, but I can be a bit of a picky eater. I think my…

    Kimchi, Korean Food
  • I just got these Asian Pears fresh from the grocery store today. Is it spoiled?

    Jun 3, 2026
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    I just got these Asian Pears fresh from the grocery store today. Is it spoiled?

    I’m making vegan kimchi and bought Asian Pears, fresh from grocery store (California) Are these still good? I’ve never tasted…

    Kimchi
  • Budae-jjigae a.k.a “Army Base Stew.”

    Jun 3, 2026
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    Budae-jjigae a.k.a “Army Base Stew.”

    I pretty much had all the ingredients. I just need the motivation to put it all together. What’s all in…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Suga
  • Fresh Kimchi Batch!

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Fresh Kimchi Batch!

    First time making kimchi in three years. I love the taste of fresh kimchi as much as I love it…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Where does ramyun ends and budae jjigae begins?

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Where does ramyun ends and budae jjigae begins?

    So did I make ramyun or budae jjigae? It’s instant ramyun with quite a lot of kimchi, tofu, sausage, scallions…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Help with uses for “Fresh Korean Noodle”

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Help with uses for “Fresh Korean Noodle”

    Forgive my ignorance, but I went to a nearby Korean supermarket recently and I couldn’t resist buying these. Fresh noodles…

    Kimchi, Korean Food
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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