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  • Harim-owned Pan Ocean buys stake in LS, fueling talk of alliance with Hoban amid corporate feud

    Aug 14, 2025
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    Harim-owned Pan Ocean buys stake in LS, fueling talk of alliance with Hoban amid corporate feud

    Harim is South Korea’s leading poultry processor South Korean bulk carrier operator Pan Ocean Co., a unit of the country’s…

    family, history, LG, purpose, request, Seoul
  • BOE risks 15-year US OLED ban in Samsung dispute; Korean display stocks rally

    Aug 13, 2025
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    BOE risks 15-year US OLED ban in Samsung dispute; Korean display stocks rally

    A labtop equipped with Samsung Display’s OLED panel (Courtesy of Samsung Display) South Korean display makers stand to gain from…

    LG, Samsung
  • Unlocking Inspiration: Jun. K Returns with ‘Dear my muse’ and Stunning Concept Photos

    Aug 13, 2025
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    Unlocking Inspiration: Jun. K Returns with ‘Dear my muse’ and Stunning Concept Photos

    Photo Credits: JPY Entertainment Jun. K, the renowned member of 2PM, finds himself at a pivotal juncture with the unveiling…

    Curiosity, history, K-pop, LG
  • S.Korea’s Lee to visit Japan next week for talks with Ishiba, resumes shuttle diplomacy

    Aug 13, 2025
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    S.Korea’s Lee to visit Japan next week for talks with Ishiba, resumes shuttle diplomacy

    President Lee Jae Myung (right) shakes hands with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba during their talks on the sidelines of…

    Alberta, Discussion, Donald Trump, G7, history, Hyundai, Japan, LG, North Korea, Pyongyang, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • LG CNS to build AI data center in Vietnam, accelerating Southeast Asia push

    Aug 13, 2025
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    LG CNS to build AI data center in Vietnam, accelerating Southeast Asia push

    LG CNS CEO Hyun Shin-gyoon, VNPT Chairman To Dung Thai, VNPT Vice President Ngo Dien Hy and Korea Investment Real…

    LG, LG CNS, LG Electronics, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Putin, Seoul
  • The jury is out to find the best track of The First Half of 2025

    Aug 12, 2025
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    Hello everyone! We are excited to rate some of the biggest songs of the year so far with the “First…

    K-pop, LG, Stress, Survey
  • LG expands appliance subscription service to Singapore

    Aug 12, 2025
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    LG expands appliance subscription service to Singapore

    LG Electronics’ officials cut the ribbon at the opening of a home appliance subscription service store in Singapore (Courtesy of…

    driver, LG, LG Electronics
  • S.Korea-US summit set for Aug. 25 with focus on security, economy

    Aug 12, 2025
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    S.Korea-US summit set for Aug. 25 with focus on security, economy

    President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea (left) and US President Donald Trump President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, G7, Hyundai, Japan, LG, Military, Peace, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, travel
  • KT reports record operating profit on robust AI business in Q2

    Aug 11, 2025
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    KT reports record operating profit on robust AI business in Q2

    KT CEO Kim Young-shub (left) and Palantir co-founder and CEO Alex Karp shaking hands after agreeing on the two companies’…

    fail, KT, LG, Naver, Putin, Seoul
  • South Korea, Vietnam to nearly double bilateral trade to $150 billion by 2030

    Aug 11, 2025
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    South Korea, Vietnam to nearly double bilateral trade to $150 billion by 2030

    South Korean President Lee Jae Myung (first on right) and To Lam (second on left), general secretary of Vietnam’s Communist…

    Hyundai, Korean Technology, LG, Lotte, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, travel
  • Katseye has the best PR ever. Even for a Global GG.

    Aug 10, 2025
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    I didn’t expect to laugh so much with those girls, seriously it’s so indulging how chronically online they are 😂…

    LG
  • ITZY Announces Exciting 4th Fan Meeting with First Tokyo Dates and Retro-Themed Teaser Posters

    Aug 10, 2025
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    ITZY Announces Exciting 4th Fan Meeting with First Tokyo Dates and Retro-Themed Teaser Posters

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment. Warner Music Japan ITZY is set to deepen their connection with fans through their highly anticipated…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Subway, Tokyo
  • What should I cook for my white boyfriend’s family

    Aug 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello! I’m visiting my boyfriend’s family in October for the first time and have played around a lot with the…

    family, LG
  • Change in k-pop sound doesn’t come from “westernization” but from change in k-pop record -production philosophy

    Aug 9, 2025
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    Probably everyone notice recent nagging about that k-pop doesn’t sound the same like in the past. From what I notice…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Teenager
  • 💎 Hidden Gem of the Week: Dahlia Kim – A Voice That Resonates

    Aug 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Every week, I aim to spotlight a lesser-known Korean artist who deserves more recognition. This week, let’s delve into the…

    Korean Art, LG
  • Golden K-pop covers are blowing up lately — here’s what I noticed

    Aug 9, 2025
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    I don’t know if it’s just me, but Golden K-pop cover videos have been everywhere lately. Not just casual uploads…

    K-pop, LG
  • China’s free-roaming tourists reshape South Korea’s visitor economy

    Aug 8, 2025
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    China’s free-roaming tourists reshape South Korea’s visitor economy

    Chinese tourists visiting Hwahongmun Gate in Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, sit on the floor of the building to relax…

    Busan, Chinese Tourists, Donald Trump, Hwaseong, Jeju, KT, LG, LG Uplus, myeongdong, Seoul, Social Media, Subway, Survey, Tourism, travel
  • K-pop boys, K-beauty’s choice to accelerate global expansion

    Aug 8, 2025
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    K-pop boys, K-beauty’s choice to accelerate global expansion

    BTS’ Jin, model for AmorePacific’s skincare brand Laneige (Courtesy of AmorePacific) South Korean cosmetics brands are increasingly choosing K-pop boy…

    BTS, Gen Z, Global Expansion, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Social Media
  • VIVIZ’s ‘NEW LEGACY’ World Tour and the Global Impact of “A Montage of ( )”

    Aug 8, 2025
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    VIVIZ’s ‘NEW LEGACY’ World Tour and the Global Impact of “A Montage of ( )”

    Photo Credits: BPM Entertainment The 2025 World Tour ‘NEW LEGACY’ marks a pivotal chapter in VIVIZ’s ever-evolving journey, as the…

    K-pop, LG, Lotte, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Posco Future M ships 1st cathodes made with domestic precursors to Ultium Cells

    Aug 8, 2025
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    Posco Future M ships 1st cathodes made with domestic precursors to Ultium Cells

    Posco Future M ships its first cathodes made with domestically sourced precursors to Ultium Cells to cut its reliance on…

    LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Pohang, POSCO
  • LG Chem sells dermal filler business to VIG Partners for $144 mn

    Aug 8, 2025
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    LG Chem sells dermal filler business to VIG Partners for $144 mn

    LG Chem’s skin filler products under the Yvoire brand (Courtesy of LG Chem) South Korea’s leading chemical company LG Chem…

    LG, Medical, Seoul
  • TEEN TOP Drops “Just 15, Just Teen Top” Concept Photos—Inside K-Pop’s Enduring Fandom for the Group

    Aug 8, 2025
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    TEEN TOP Drops “Just 15, Just Teen Top” Concept Photos—Inside K-Pop’s Enduring Fandom for the Group

    Photo Credits: TOP MEDIA. K-pop veteran group TEEN TOP has stirred conversation and excitement among global fans with their latest…

    K-pop, LG, Social Media, Teenager
  • Wendy Unveils Her Artistic Side in DELING Magazine’s August 2025 Pictorial Preview: Inside Red Velvet’s Enduring K-Pop Influence

    Aug 7, 2025
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    Wendy Unveils Her Artistic Side in DELING Magazine’s August 2025 Pictorial Preview: Inside Red Velvet’s Enduring K-Pop Influence

    Photo Credits: DELING Magazine. ASND. SM Entertainment Wendy, the powerhouse vocalist of Red Velvet, brings her charisma and artistry to…

    BTS, driver, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Social Media
  • S.Korea-US summit likely set for Aug. 25; Vietnam’s top leader to fly to Seoul for state visit

    Aug 7, 2025
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    S.Korea-US summit likely set for Aug. 25; Vietnam’s top leader to fly to Seoul for state visit

    South Korean President Lee Jae Myung (left) and US President Donald Trump South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will likely…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, G7, LG, Lotte, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, travel
  • I love ‘Dancing Alone’ and ‘Strawberry Cheesegame’ by KiiiKiii

    Aug 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    They were released recently and I keep repeating them on my playlist. They are very great songs and the choreography…

    Cheese, Gen Z, LG, Peace
  • LG CNS to build AI data center in Indonesia, first for Korean firm

    Aug 6, 2025
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    LG CNS to build AI data center in Indonesia, first for Korean firm

    LG CNS CEO Hyun Shin-gyoon (second from left) and Bill Cheng (third from left), chair of Sinar Mas Group subsidiary…

    driver, LG, LG CNS, LG Electronics, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Putin
  • K-pop Icons and Rising Stars Bring Unmissable Energy to Waterbomb Singapore 2025 – 2025 Dance Workshop and Meet & Greet

    Aug 6, 2025
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    K-pop Icons and Rising Stars Bring Unmissable Energy to Waterbomb Singapore 2025 – 2025 Dance Workshop and Meet & Greet

    K-pop’s summer festival circuit is about to heat up as Waterbomb Singapore returns on August 30th and 31st, 2025, bringing…

    K-pop, LG
  • Maybe I grew up or was it just K-pop addiction phase?

    Aug 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Honestly recently I somehow distanced myself from K-pop and Korean dramas ect. It wasn’t intentional but it feels like it…

    BTS, K-pop, LG
  • Easy Korean Bakery Style Tuna Sandwich

    Aug 5, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Easy Korean Bakery Style Tuna Sandwich

    I love Korean style tuna sandwich. Its just nostalgic for me as my mom used to make it a bunch…

    LG, Seoul, Suga
  • What are ya’ll’s thoughts about the Youtuber called “호밀밭의 우원재“?

    Aug 5, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    What are ya’ll’s thoughts about the Youtuber called “호밀밭의 우원재“?

    His videos popped into my algorithm a while back and I found them to be really interesting. I’m a bit…

    history, LG
  • BENCH X UNIS Collaboration Unveils Pastel-Inspired Streetwear with Playful and Comfortable Designs

    Aug 5, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Photo Credits: BENCH. F&F Entertainment The collaboration between UNIS and BENCH, titled “Pastel Dreams & Playful Fits,” brings a fresh…

    Demographics, K-pop, LG, Perspectives
  • Naver, LG, SK, NC, Upstage named to build S.Korea’s sovereign AI model to challenge ChatGPT

    Aug 4, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Naver, LG, SK, NC, Upstage named to build S.Korea’s sovereign AI model to challenge ChatGPT

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    LG, Naver
  • Naver, LG, SK, NC, Upstage named to build S.Korea’s sovereign AI model to challenge ChatGPT

    Aug 4, 2025
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    Naver, LG, SK, NC, Upstage named to build S.Korea’s sovereign AI model to challenge ChatGPT

    AI chip (Courtesy of Samsung Electronics) South Korea has chosen five technology firms, including LG, Naver and SK Telecom Co.,…

    Kakao, KT, LG, LG Electronics, Naver, Putin, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul
  • K-beauty diversifies markets for global growth amid US tariff

    Aug 4, 2025
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    K-beauty diversifies markets for global growth amid US tariff

    A beauty and cosmetics fair in Seoul in July 2024 (File photo by interCHARM Korea) South Korean brands are diversifying…

    germany, Global Expansion, KT, LG, Seoul
  • Kpop will never be as mainstream as people want it to be – And that’s okay

    Aug 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Let me preface this by saying this isn’t a reflection of how I personally feel about K-Pop, but rather something…

    BTS, K-pop, KT, LG
  • Winter’s Exclusive ELLE KOREA x Polo Ralph Lauren Cover Reveals aespa’s Global Fashion Influence [Update]

    Aug 2, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Winter’s Exclusive ELLE KOREA x Polo Ralph Lauren Cover Reveals aespa’s Global Fashion Influence [Update]

    Photo Credits: ELLE KOREA Polo Ralph Lauren SM Entertainment Winter, a standout member of the K-pop group aespa, takes center…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, travel
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Latest Korean News

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    More than half of economic experts expect Korea’s economic growth… Read more: Half of economists forecast 1% growth range for Korea
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    Pianist Kim Kang-tae, 29, has won third prize at the… Read more: Pianist Kim Kang-tae wins 3rd prize at Liszt Piano Competition Utrecht
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    In a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Prime… Read more: Kim, Vance establish hotline to prevent misunderstandings over Coupang issue

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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