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  • Craving for Korean Food!!

    Jan 22, 2026
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    Hi anyone, can recommend the best Korean Restaurant around Brisbane? submitted by /u/ConclusionNo71 [link] [comments]

    Korean Food
  • Hi, I live in Korea. There are many delicious foods in my country, and I am organizing a business that buys and delivers them. If you are interested in Korean food or have any questions, please contact me thank you for reading

    Jan 21, 2026
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    If you want to know or buy kimchi, dumplings, snacks, traditional food, etc., please contact me Thank you for reading…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Question
  • I’m a 24-year-old student at Yonsei University, and I’m trying to create a K-sauce Americans will actually love. Need your advice!

    Jan 21, 2026
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    I’m a 24-year-old student at Yonsei University, and I’m trying to create a K-sauce Americans will actually love. Need your advice!

    Hi everyone! I’m currently a student at Yonsei University in Seoul. While my major is Chinese Language and Literature, my…

    Advice, Korean Food, Koreans, LG, Seoul, Suga
  • Korean food love

    Jan 20, 2026
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    Korean food love

    Me and my friends met to have this feast together on 1st Jan and I’m missing it terribly… wanna have…

    Korean Food
  • What am I doing wrong

    Jan 19, 2026
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    Ive attempted making Korean food multiple times and failed every single time. I love Korean food and love eating it…

    fail, Kimchi, Korean Food, KT
  • As a native Korean who stayed a bit in the states, I have a question.

    Jan 17, 2026
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    As a Korean, it’s honestly shocking to see so many people enjoying Doenjang-jjigae, Kimchi, and Kimchi-jjigae, and etc. It’s amazing…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Korean Food, Question
  • First time making Korean food [Bibimbap]

    Jan 16, 2026
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    First time making Korean food [Bibimbap]

    submitted by /u/108CA [link] [comments]

    Bibimbap, Korean Food
  • S. Korea to simplify import procedures for N. Korean processed foods

    Jan 16, 2026
    in News
    S. Korea to simplify import procedures for N. Korean processed foods

    South Korea will simplify the import procedures for North Korean processed food in an effort to help resume inter-Korean trade…

    fail, Food Safety, Korean Food, North Korea
  • Amherst, MA Korean Food

    Jan 14, 2026
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    There’s a large young Korean population in Amherst, MA mostly related to 5 Colleges here. They don’t eat what I…

    Korean Food, study
  • An older Korean lady keeps bringing me food

    Jan 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    An older Korean lady keeps bringing me food

    So I own a beef ranch and sell beef at our local farmers market, been there for a few years.…

    Korean Food
  • Dubu Jorim & Oi Kimchi & a Question

    Jan 7, 2026
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    Dubu Jorim & Oi Kimchi & a Question

    I’m a newcomer to Korean food but have been working through a new cookbook from the library, Umma. I’m learning…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Question
  • How can I cut thin sliced meat at home?

    Jan 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! I live in Portugal so I don’t have that much of variety when it comes to Korean food, but…

    Honda, Korean Food
  • Sad news from Maangchi 😢

    Jan 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Happy New Year! A bowl of New Year’s tteokguk for all of you! Dear friends, As we begin a new…

    Korean Food
  • Guys, Korean food is very healthy!

    Jan 3, 2026
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    Guys, Korean food is very healthy!

    Korean buffet with a full meal for only 11,000 Korean won. submitted by /u/Beautiful-Grass-8033 [link] [comments]

    Korean Food
  • What Korean foods are good to eat in the cold winter?

    Jan 2, 2026
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    What Korean foods are good to eat in the cold winter?

    I dont know about anything else but I think food with warm soup is the best submitted by /u/Fresh-Increase6677 [link]…

    Korean Food
  • Recipes for Brown Sweet Rice

    Jan 1, 2026
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    Recipes for Brown Sweet Rice

    Can anyone recommend some recipes for Korean brown sweet rice? I have no idea what the difference is and we…

    Korean Food
  • Store Bought Kimchi unpasteurized bibigo

    Dec 28, 2025
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    Store Bought Kimchi unpasteurized bibigo

    Hey everyone, my Wife and me we love Korean Food and till we have a good batch of self made…

    germany, Kimchi, Korean Food
  • EU online supermarket

    Dec 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey! Anyone knows a good and we’ll priced online store for Korean food and cooking tools? The ones I found…

    Korean Food
  • Why Korean food is so different from Chinese or Japanese food: a cuisine shaped by scarcity, not abundance (feat. my dinner)

    Dec 25, 2025
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    Why Korean food is so different from Chinese or Japanese food: a cuisine shaped by scarcity, not abundance (feat. my dinner)

    https://preview.redd.it/dm1yjlj6va9g1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=44e89d5e0c70394d60652151d335a163125e2a94 Hello from Seoul. I took this photo of my dinner a few days ago—Suyuk-gukbap (boiled pork soup), Sundae (Korean…

    history, Japan, Kimchi, Korean Food, Pork, Seoul, Suga
  • What Korean dishes would you recommend for someone who loves the food but cannot handle too much spice?

    Dec 24, 2025
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    I have a bit of a Korean food dilemma and I am curious how others handle it. I absolutely love…

    Korean Food
  • 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
  • Here to learn

    Dec 11, 2025
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    Hello everyone 💛 I’m here looking for some Korean food ideas. I’ve been really missing my mother — she passed…

    Korean Food
  • 2025.12.11 korean food

    Dec 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    2025.12.11 korean food

    submitted by /u/Low-Lie-9536 [link] [comments]

    Korean Food
  • Cup ramen fried rice

    Dec 9, 2025
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    Cup ramen fried rice

    Have you tried cup ramen fried rice? Koreans eat this as an easy meal for late night cravings or drink…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Koreans, Question
  • Is there a way to mellow out/cut out the sour punch of kimchi when you eat it?

    Dec 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been getting into Korean food the past couple of years since they put a Korean bbq restaurant in my…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Sex
  • When Korean food meet American food

    Dec 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    When Korean food meet American food

    Home made kimchi with KFC chicken rice submitted by /u/ROKsergeant [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Korean Food
  • Viral cream kimchi fried rice

    Dec 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Viral cream kimchi fried rice

    It’s viral cream kimchi fried rice in Korea. Make a hole in the center and pour heavy cream, mozzarella cheese…

    Cheese, Kimchi, Korean Food, Koreans, Oyster, Question, Suga
  • Dalgona Toast

    Dec 7, 2025
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    Dalgona Toast

    You’ve probably heard of dalgona candy and dalgona coffee, but dalgona toast might be new to you! This is something…

    Cheese, coffee, Kimchi, Korean Food, Koreans, LG, Question, Suga
  • making a korean cooking rpg. what korean dishes should I add / what would you wanna cook 😀

    Dec 7, 2025
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    making a korean cooking rpg. what korean dishes should I add / what would you wanna cook :D

    I’ve added in a couple dishes so far, and obviously gonna expand it a lot. But since this is the…

    Korean Food
  • I need help identifying a particular Korean food – raw fish

    Dec 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This one might be very specific. As far as I know, I’ve only had this raw fish sashimi in suncheon.…

    Korean Food
  • Is this how you cook Kimchi jjigae?

    Dec 6, 2025
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    Is this how you cook Kimchi jjigae?

    Just kidding, my hubby loves Korean food and Kimchi!!! https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8Ug5APq/ submitted by /u/gkduddl0852l [link] [comments]

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Korean Food, KT
  • I designed this bulgogi packaging for fun, inspired by my passion for Korea and Korean food. 맛있겠죠?

    Dec 4, 2025
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    I designed this bulgogi packaging for fun, inspired by my passion for Korea and Korean food. 맛있겠죠?

    Just designed if from passion and for fun. Here is my Instagram If you want to see more of my…

    Korean Food, LG
  • FEAST MODE: Korean BBQ Gopchang (Intestines) at Beul Gopchang in LA K-Town! Everything sizzled perfectly. 🤤

    Dec 1, 2025
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    FEAST MODE: Korean BBQ Gopchang (Intestines) at Beul Gopchang in LA K-Town! Everything sizzled perfectly. 🤤

    Had an amazing night at Beul Gopchang (별곱창) in Koreatown, LA. If you’re a fan of intestines (gopchang, makchang, daechang),…

    Korean Food
  • Need non spicy Korean dishes.

    Nov 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I cannot have anything with any spiciness. No gochugaru, no gochujang nothing like that. I have some videos/Korean creators that…

    Kimchi, Korean Food
  • Korean cuisine outside of Korean barbecue?

    Nov 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    A long time ago, I watched an episode of Iron Chef with Korean chef Lee Myung-Suk. When the episode was…

    Japan, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food
  • 5 Beginner-Friendly Proteins for Korean Home Cooking — Kitchen Thought Tuesday V3

    Nov 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    5 Beginner-Friendly Proteins for Korean Home Cooking — Kitchen Thought Tuesday V3

    https://preview.redd.it/x4ws1zqosf3g1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=79f9b7128909e11a8c26305125a2b594f20ba996 Hey everyone, I just shared my next Kitchen Thought Tuesday on Shared Chopsticks, and this week I focused on…

    Korean Food, Pork
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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