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  • 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
  • SEVENTEEN DK – W Korea x Ralph Lauren (February 2026 Issue Cover)

    Jan 17, 2026
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    SEVENTEEN DK – W Korea x Ralph Lauren (February 2026 Issue Cover)

    Photo Credits: W Korea + Ralph Lauren + Pledis Entertainment SEVENTEEN’s DK graces the cover of W Korea’s February 2026…

    K-pop, KT
  • Why are they advertising the BTS world tour everywhere??

    Jan 15, 2026
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    It’s everywhere: advertisements on Tiktok, on Reddit, on X, on Insta… Like omg do they really need to announce it…

    Advertisement, BTS, KT
  • Ahn Seong-il, at the center of ‘Fifty Fifty tampering allegations,’ ordered to pay 499.5 million won in damages to Attrakt

    Jan 15, 2026
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    A court has ordered production company The Givers and its CEO Ahn Seong-il, who were identified as being behind the…

    fail, KT, Parents, Seoul
  • ONEUS ‘原 (Won)’ Group Concept Photos Unite Rebirth Vision: Epic Synergy, Fan-Fueled Hype

    Jan 11, 2026
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    ONEUS ‘原 (Won)’ Group Concept Photos Unite Rebirth Vision: Epic Synergy, Fan-Fueled Hype

    Photo Credits: RBW Entertainment Group Power Unleashed Today’s group concept photos for “原 (Won)” shift from solo intensity to a…

    KT
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Jan 10, 2026
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    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • Bugeoguk recommendations in LA

    Jan 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Someone posted a photo in the last couple of days and now it’s on my mind. LA Ktown would be…

    KT
  • ChatGPT Becomes Korea’s NO. 1 App in New Installation with 341% Surge Last Year

    Jan 8, 2026
    in News
    ChatGPT Becomes Korea’s NO. 1 App in New Installation with 341% Surge Last Year

    ChatGPT showed steep growth with user numbers increasing 341% in December last year compared to January ChatGPT recorded the overwhelmingly…

    Coupang, Kakao, KT, Naver, Samsung, Shopping, travel
  • KAIST Unveils Breakthrough in Semiconductor Defect Detection

    Jan 8, 2026
    in News
    KAIST Unveils Breakthrough in Semiconductor Defect Detection

    From left, Professor Shin Byung-ha from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, doctoral student Kim Chae-yeon, and Dr. Oki…

    KT, travel
  • Lee signals ‘new phase’ in South Korea-China ties, Xi calls to stand on ‘right side’ of history

    Jan 7, 2026
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    Lee signals ‘new phase’ in South Korea-China ties, Xi calls to stand on ‘right side’ of history

    BEIJING — President Lee Jae Myung said this year will see the “full restoration” of relations between South Korea and…

    China Relation, Donald Trump, history, Japan, KT, Military, North Korea, Peace, Seoul, Stress, Tourism
  • DxS (DK & Seungkwan) Unveil Emotional Debut: ‘Serenade’ Mini Album Lights Up Winter Nights

    Jan 7, 2026
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    DxS (DK & Seungkwan) Unveil Emotional Debut: ‘Serenade’ Mini Album Lights Up Winter Nights

    Photo Credits: Pledis Entertainment SEVENTEEN’s powerhouse vocal duo, DxS featuring DK and Seungkwan, drops their first mini album 소야곡 (Serenade) on January…

    BTS, Japan, K-drama, K-pop, KT
  • Ideas for a Korean themed night

    Jan 6, 2026
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    I’m hoping to get some answers since I finally made an account here and I’ve heard this is where you…

    KT, Soju
  • Let’s name heartfluttering kpop stars (i’ll explain lol)

    Jan 5, 2026
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    I don’t know if you get what i mean but basically, just someone heartfluttering😭 like not the prettiest/ most handsome…

    Japan, KT
  • How to survive ordering spicy food in Korea (Pro-tip: Use the Ramyun Standard!)

    Jan 4, 2026
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    How to survive ordering spicy food in Korea (Pro-tip: Use the Ramyun Standard!)

    https://preview.redd.it/0aizitgfjcbg1.png?width=1024&format=png&auto=webp&s=e0964efbc9287dbf7bf02fd37d97fd6b50a125da Spiciness in Korean restaurants can be very subjective, which can be a bit intimidating when you’re ordering. To help…

    KT
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Jan 3, 2026
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    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • LNGSHOT Unveils SHOT CALLERS: Teaser Images Signal a Bold Debut, Mapping Creative Direction, Milestones, and a Visual Launchpad for the EP

    Jan 2, 2026
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    LNGSHOT Unveils SHOT CALLERS: Teaser Images Signal a Bold Debut, Mapping Creative Direction, Milestones, and a Visual Launchpad for the EP

    Photo Credits: MOREVISION “This teaser is the roadmap for LNGSHOT’s future—one image, one beat, one story at a time.” Teaser…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Mystery, study
  • it’s normal for kpop idols to work on their birthdays

    Jan 1, 2026
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    i saw a post from some1 cursing out YG because jennie said that blackpink had shows during her bday week……

    KT
  • MAPS Japan 2025 Winter Issue: A Bold Milestone in K-pop’s Creative Frontier, Capturing Maps Japan’s Vision, Digital-First Design

    Jan 1, 2026
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    MAPS Japan 2025 Winter Issue: A Bold Milestone in K-pop’s Creative Frontier, Capturing Maps Japan’s Vision, Digital-First Design

    Photo Credits: MAPS Japan Universal Music Korea A Digital Cover That BreathesIn the 2025 Winter Issue, SAAY stars on MAPS…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul
  • TEMPEST Makes a Motion-Forward Debut in ELLE Man Vietnam 2026 Pictorial—Milestones, Creative Direction, and a Digital-First Fashion Narrative

    Dec 31, 2025
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    TEMPEST Makes a Motion-Forward Debut in ELLE Man Vietnam 2026 Pictorial—Milestones, Creative Direction, and a Digital-First Fashion Narrative

    Photo Credits: ELLE Man Vietnam YH Entertainment (YH엔터테인먼트) TEMPEST arrives on ELLE Man Vietnam 2026 with a digital-first pictorial preview that…

    history, K-pop, KT, Seoul, study
  • KT, 침해사고 관련 대고객 사과 보안혁신계획 발표

    Dec 30, 2025
    in News
    KT, 침해사고 관련 대고객 사과 보안혁신계획 발표

    KT는 민관합동조사단의 조사 결과 공개에 따라 30일 광화문 KT사옥에서 기자 브리핑을 열어 고객에게 사과하고 위약금 면제와 함께 신뢰 회복을 위한 ‘고객 보답 프로그램’ 및 ‘KT 정보보안…

    KT
  • 800-bed Asan Hospital to Be Built in Cheongna, Incheon

    Dec 29, 2025
    in News
    800-bed Asan Hospital to Be Built in Cheongna, Incheon

    An artist’s rendering of Seoul Asan Cheongna Hospital (Photo courtesy of Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority) A project to construct Korea’s…

    Hyundai, KT, KT&G, Medical, Seoul
  • People seriously need to MOVE ON from Jenkai

    Dec 28, 2025
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    This has been going on for so long but I think its about time people move tf on from them.…

    KT
  • A full breakdown of live singing and lipsyncing at SBS Gayo Daejeon

    Dec 27, 2025
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    As some of you may have already seen, the cue sheet for SBS Gayo Daejeon was leaked. It outlines the…

    Daejeon, Fame, KT
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Dec 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • EV Downturn Fallout: LG Energy Solution Sees Another 4 Tril. Won Contract Evaporate

    Dec 27, 2025
    in News
    EV Downturn Fallout: LG Energy Solution Sees Another 4 Tril. Won Contract Evaporate

    EV batteries from LG Energy Solution (Photo courtesy of LG Energy Solution) LG Energy Solution announced that its 4 trillion…

    KT, LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution
  • Your Shot at Stardom: How to Apply and Join Titan Content — The Rising K‑Pop Agency Behind AtHeart’s Global Buzz 🌟🎤

    Dec 27, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Photo Credit: Titan Content Titan Content—home of breakthrough girl group **tHeart—is opening the next chapter of K-pop excellence. Think you…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Social Media
  • Tiktok video idea about starting a new page for this?

    Dec 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I would appreciate people idea about starting this ? Could you check it out!! I would appreciate people idea about…

    KT
  • Last food in Korea for a while

    Dec 25, 2025
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    Last food in Korea for a while

    Flying back home, my mom made me gimbap to eat on the KTX to Seoul. Then at the ICN KAL…

    Bibimbap, KT, Seoul
  • From Seoul to Paris: How K-pop Idols Are Redefining Luxury Fashion Collaborations

    Dec 25, 2025
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    From Seoul to Paris: How K-pop Idols Are Redefining Luxury Fashion Collaborations

    “This is what the future of fashion sounds like.”​ In the ever-evolving world of global fashion, the lines between music,…

    BTS, Demographics, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Social Media
  • 블라우풍트, 스타필드 안성에 ‘2호 매장’ 오픈

    Dec 24, 2025
    in News
    블라우풍트, 스타필드 안성에 ‘2호 매장’ 오픈

    독일 프리미엄 가전 브랜드 블라우풍트(BLAUPUNKT)가 24일 스타필드 안성에 블라우풍트 신규 오프라인 매장을 오픈했다고 밝혔다. 이번 스타필드 안성 매장은 지난 7월…

    KT
  • Samsung Electronics Acquires ZF’s ADAS Business for 1.5 Billion Euros

    Dec 23, 2025
    in News
    Samsung Electronics Acquires ZF’s ADAS Business for 1.5 Billion Euros

    The “Ready” digital cockpit for vehicles, jointly developed by Samsung Electronics and Harman (Photo courtesy of Samsung Electronics) Samsung Electronics…

    automotive, driver, germany, KT, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • It’s really sad to see GD’s regression as a live performer

    Dec 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    He used to be such a captivating performer, and no one ever questioned his live performances. If anything, he was…

    KT, Question
  • MPMG WEEK 2026 “BLUE OCEAN” Global Music Audition: How Indie Artists Can Apply Online and Perform Live in Seoul’s New Wave Showcase

    Dec 21, 2025
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    MPMG WEEK 2026 “BLUE OCEAN” Global Music Audition: How Indie Artists Can Apply Online and Perform Live in Seoul’s New Wave Showcase

    Photo Credits: MPMG In 2026, Seoul’s indie music scene is gearing up for a fresh surge of new talent as…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Perspectives, Seoul, travel
  • Yuna x VIEWMAP: The 250730 Glasses Shoot That Redefined K-Pop Fashion and Elevated Eyewear Editorial Style

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Yuna x VIEWMAP: The 250730 Glasses Shoot That Redefined K-Pop Fashion and Elevated Eyewear Editorial Style

    Photo Credits: VIEWMAP JYP Entertainment The collaboration between Yuna (ITZY) and VIEWMAP for the 250730 Yuna x VIEWMAP glasses shoot…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Photography, Seoul, study
  • Korail on Strike From Tuesday, Check your KTX itinerary

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Korail on Strike From Tuesday, Check your KTX itinerary

    The second column is the train numbers, also can check via Departure/Arrival Time. All links are in Korean so better…

    KT
  • Huh Jiwon’s Rolling Stone Korea Editorial: A Defining Moment of Glamour, Edge, and Artistic Evolution

    Dec 21, 2025
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    Huh Jiwon’s Rolling Stone Korea Editorial: A Defining Moment of Glamour, Edge, and Artistic Evolution

    Photo Credits: Rolling Stone Korea B.able Company Huh Jiwon’s editorial feature in Rolling Stone Korea Issue No. 16 is a…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, travel
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Latest Korean News

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    Seungri, once one of the best-known K-pop stars and a… Read more: Seungri and the shadow of ‘Burning Sun’: New allegations in Cambodia
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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