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  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Jan 4, 2025
    in Community

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

    KT, Social Media
  • Regarding De:Va and their scandals and their future debut

    Jan 2, 2025
    in Community

    I know that De:Va’s pre-debut introduction to the world has been very rocky but I genuinely hope that they get…

    BTS, Celebrity, Crime, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Kia, KT, Scandal, Teenager
  • XLOV, is set to release their debut single album titled I’mma Be, scheduled for January 7, 2025.

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Entertainment
    XLOV, is set to release their debut single album titled I’mma Be, scheduled for January 7, 2025.

    XLOV, the highly anticipated boy group under 257 Entertainment, is set to make waves in the K-pop scene with their…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, KT
  • What’s up with the Thai queen, from a concerned fan.

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Community

    Lisa’s solo career lacks the music identity one might expect from an artist with her own label and complete creative…

    Discussion, KT
  • GOT7 Mark Tuan – Esquire Hong Kong – January 2025 Issue Pictorial

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Entertainment
    GOT7 Mark Tuan – Esquire Hong Kong – January 2025 Issue Pictorial

    Photo Credit: Vogue Thailand GOT7’s Mark Tuan graces the January 2025 issue of Esquire Hong Kong, captivating fans with a…

    KT, purpose, Social Media, Tourism
  • Korean sotbap restaurant damsot coming to ktown in la?

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Community
    Korean sotbap restaurant damsot coming to ktown in la?

    Sot bap branch damsot is very viral in korea submitted by /u/Repulsive-East6983 [link] [comments]

    KT
  • Yanolja launches NOL Universe after merging OTA platforms

    Dec 27, 2024
    in News
    Yanolja launches NOL Universe after merging OTA platforms

    (Courtesy of Yanolja) SoftBank-backed Yanolja Co., South Korea’s top travel and accommodation booking platform operator, on Friday introduced a new…

    driver, KT, Seoul, Shopping, travel
  • (Help me find my lost dog) last seen: yeontral park 22 Dec 24

    Dec 25, 2024
    in Community
    (Help me find my lost dog) last seen: yeontral park 22 Dec 24

    Hi, I am looking for my dog, Ppori (mixed-Dachshund, 3yo, female, 6kg) She ran away from my friend’s home while…

    Japan, Kakao, KT
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Dec 21, 2024
    in Community

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

    KT, Social Media
  • BOYNEXTDOOR and their consistent but remarkable growth in popularity

    Dec 21, 2024
    in Community

    This will be a pretty long post 😇… BOYNEXTDOOR debuted on May 30th, 2023, as the first group under KOZ,…

    Discussion, Gen Z, Japan, KT, Question, Social Media
  • Who is your fave groups fancam king/queen?

    Dec 18, 2024
    in Community

    Inspired by a trend I saw on tiktok about fancam king/queens, which member of your fave group always has their…

    BTS, KT
  • Ruthless Politics of South Korea Is Rooted in Cold-War History

    Dec 18, 2024
    in News
    Ruthless Politics of South Korea Is Rooted in Cold-War History

    Protesters calling for the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol celebrate news of his impeachment in Seoul. Photo: Anthony Wallace/Agence…

    cold war, Democracy, history, Japan, Justice, Koreans, KT, martial law, Military, North Korea, Peace, Politics, Protest, Punishment, Pyongyang, Scandal, Seoul, Tokyo, World War
  • POW’s Big Apple Adventure: A K-Pop Phenomenon at Jingle Ball!

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Entertainment

    Rising K-pop Group POW Makes Debut at iHeartRadio Jingle Ball in New YorkPOW, the exciting new South Korean boy group,…

    K-pop, KT
  • Title: “K-pop groups make me miss my friends so much 😭”

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Community

    I was casually scrolling through Instagram reels, and I saw so many clips of SVT just messing around at concerts—teasing…

    BTS, K-pop, KT
  • MYERA’s Debut: A Journey of Empowerment Begins with ‘Lie ライ Lie / Be Naked’

    Dec 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    MYERA’s Debut: A Journey of Empowerment Begins with ‘Lie ライ Lie / Be Naked’

    Excitement is building in the K-pop and J-pop communities as the new girl group MYERA prepares for their highly anticipated debut. Comprising…

    Curiosity, Discussion, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Social Media
  • K-pop Rising Stars Ferry Blue Set to Captivate Fans with New Release “Love Again”

    Dec 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Rising Stars Ferry Blue Set to Captivate Fans with New Release “Love Again”

    K-pop Rising Stars Ferry Blue Set to Captivate Fans with New Release “Love Again”Ferry Blue, the dynamic South Korean girl…

    K-pop, KT, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation GFRIEND Reunites for Emotional 10th Anniversary Comeback

    Dec 15, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation GFRIEND Reunites for Emotional 10th Anniversary Comeback

    In an exciting turn of events for K-pop fans, GFRIEND is set to make a heartwarming return with their special…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, LG, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation BABYMONSTER Announces Groundbreaking First US Tour

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation BABYMONSTER Announces Groundbreaking First US Tour

    YG Entertainment’s rising girl group BABYMONSTER is set to make history with their first international tour, “Hello Monsters”, bringing their…

    Discussion, history, K-pop, Kia, KT, Seoul
  • Festive Fashion Alert: ATEEZ’s Mingi Announced as Calvin Klein’s Holiday Ambassador!

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Festive Fashion Alert: ATEEZ’s Mingi Announced as Calvin Klein’s Holiday Ambassador!

    ATEEZ’s Mingi has officially been announced as the newest face of Calvin Klein’s Holiday 2024 collection, sending waves of excitement…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, Social Media
  • NCT’s Mark Set to Release Highly Anticipated Single “Fraktsiya” Featuring Lee Young-ji

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Entertainment
    NCT’s Mark Set to Release Highly Anticipated Single “Fraktsiya” Featuring Lee Young-ji

    K-pop fans, get ready for an electrifying collaboration as NCT’s Mark gears up to drop his latest single “프락치 (Fraktsiya)”…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, Social Media
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Community

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

    KT, Social Media
  • decline of youtube users= decline of kpop

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Community

    music videos still the big factor why kpop are known globally from extravant set , perfect choreography insane visuals and…

    KT
  • SK Telecom invests $3 mn in AI-based video analysis startup Twelve Labs

    Dec 13, 2024
    in News
    SK Telecom invests $3 mn in AI-based video analysis startup Twelve Labs

    Twelve Labs, a South Korean generative AI startup South Korea’s top mobile carrier SK Telecom Co. said on Friday it…

    Advertisement, KT, LG, Nvidia, Seoul
  • S.Korean game firms invest in Poland

    Dec 11, 2024
    in News
    S.Korean game firms invest in Poland

    CD Projekt RED’s Cyberpunk 2077 South Korean game developers and publishers focus on investment in Poland.  NCSoft Corp. said on…

    KT
  • KG from vcha is suing for contract termination

    Dec 7, 2024
    in Community

    KG has some very serious allegations against JYPE. I’d list them here, but they include words that are not allowed…

    KT
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Dec 7, 2024
    in Community

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

    KT, Social Media
  • Hong Kong-based PEF Affinity Equity to acquire control of Lotte Rental

    Dec 6, 2024
    in News
    Hong Kong-based PEF Affinity Equity to acquire control of Lotte Rental

    Lotte Rental is Korea’s No. 1 car rental and leasing firm Affinity Equity Partners, a Hong Kong-based investment firm, will…

    Affinity, Busan, Jeju, KT, Lotte
  • K-pop Sensation Yves Returns with Sophomore EP “I Did”

    Dec 4, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation Yves Returns with Sophomore EP “I Did”

    Yves, the rising star in the K-pop solo scene, has made a triumphant return with her highly anticipated second EP,…

    Houston, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT
  • No, the mics are NOT in fact on. Move on, please.

    Dec 3, 2024
    in Community

    Basically what the title says. Lip syncing and live autotuning exist, and no matter how vocally gifted your group is,…

    KT
  • Kpop has always been westernized. LIKE ALWAYS

    Dec 3, 2024
    in Community

    Again, this is not a rant, but I don’t think it fits thought either because this is a grievance. Anyways,…

    BTS, Discussion, K-pop, KT
  • Korean companies’ cash reserves swell to record high

    Dec 2, 2024
    in News
    Korean companies’ cash reserves swell to record high

    (Courtesy of Getty Images) Cash holdings at South Korean companies have soared to their highest-ever level, data showed on Monday.…

    BTS, Donald Trump, Hyundai, KT, LG, LG CNS, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Lotte, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Naver recruits 500 creators for Clip

    Dec 2, 2024
    in News
    Naver recruits 500 creators for Clip

    South Korea’s Naver Corp. said on Monday it will recruit 500 creators for Clip in the first half of 2025,…

    KT, Naver
  • K-pop Sensation tripleS Unveils Debut Full Album “Visionary Vision – Performante”

    Nov 30, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation tripleS Unveils Debut Full Album “Visionary Vision – Performante”

    In a groundbreaking move that has K-pop fans buzzing with excitement, the innovative girl group tripleS has released their highly…

    Controversy, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, KT
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Nov 30, 2024
    in Community

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

    KT, Social Media
  • Are ablume going to release any content soon or…

    Nov 29, 2024
    in Community

    I was just wondering about them the other day and noticed it’s been a while since they were announced. So…

    KT
  • I’ve never posted here but I’m gonna be a grumpy old kpop fan for a min

    Nov 27, 2024
    in Community

    Before I start that title is a bit of joke but I am slightly serious about the fact that I…

    BTS, Justice, KT, Teenager
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Latest Korean News

  • More Koreans buy dollars as won strengthens against greenbackAugust 28, 2026
    When the won-dollar exchange rate fell below the 1,400-won mark… Read more: More Koreans buy dollars as won strengthens against greenback
  • 65% of S. Koreans support nuclear armament: pollAugust 28, 2026
    Nearly two-thirds of South Koreans support the idea of their… Read more: 65% of S. Koreans support nuclear armament: poll
  • Seoul expands tick surveillance to prevent infection surge during autumnAugust 28, 2026
    Seoul is stepping up surveillance of disease-carrying ticks in parks… Read more: Seoul expands tick surveillance to prevent infection surge during autumn
  • Forget England, Kim Min-su turns Korean attention to ScotlandAugust 28, 2026
    It is noticeable that there is a lack of Korean… Read more: Forget England, Kim Min-su turns Korean attention to Scotland
  • 3 killed, 2 injured in paint ingredient factory fire in CheonanAugust 28, 2026
    A fire broke out after an explosion at a paint… Read more: 3 killed, 2 injured in paint ingredient factory fire in Cheonan

Latest Community Feeds

  • How did Blackpink managed to become the only girl group to perform and sell out a stadium in Korea compared to their girl group peers in K-pop?August 29, 2026
  • Gochujang noodles with marinated eggsAugust 28, 2026
  • Meat Jun in Korean-Hawaiian Plate LunchesAugust 28, 2026
  • My grandma’s secret ingredient of DongchimiAugust 28, 2026
  • Sujebi (수제비) again…August 28, 2026
  • I think dodree’s fandom name should be dreemersAugust 28, 2026
  • Government Unveils Financial Support Packgage for Youth and Parents, Totalling Up to 196 million KRW ($142K USD) Over 34-Year Lifespan. Applies to Individuals Born After July 1, 2027August 28, 2026
  • Long Read How NewJeans Arrival Coincided With The Peak Of 2022 To 2024 And Why The Current Landscape Feels Unusually QuietAugust 28, 2026
  • Favorite Choreography and Dance PracticesAugust 28, 2026
  • BTS’ surprise songs always remind me how insanely love their discography isAugust 28, 2026
  • why are their so many hypocrites within the k-pop community ?August 28, 2026
  • South Korea leans toward military conscription for womenAugust 28, 2026
  • Korea picks SK Telecom, Kakao, KT to build free nationwide AI servicesAugust 28, 2026
  • I tend to notice that groups with a negative reputation inside the K-pop Reddit community, tends to attract more fans that doesn’t understand this reputation surrounding them.August 28, 2026
  • Cortis Fans Overstepping Boundaries? Why Is This So Disturbing?August 28, 2026
  • Police agency issues special alert on disciplineAugust 28, 2026
  • Korea’s seas are warming more than twice as fast as the global oceanAugust 28, 2026
  • What does everyone think of OURBIRTHDAY so far?August 28, 2026
  • Who are your favourite all-rounders, who are at least an 8/10 in both vocals, dancing AND rapping?August 28, 2026
  • any videos about the kpopification of western artists?August 28, 2026

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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