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  • WINNER’s Mino admits to neglecting duties as social service worker

    Mar 31, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    In December 2024, just before his scheduled discharge, a report came out alleging that Mino frequently skipped work, showed up…

    Military, purpose, Question
  • K-pop exports boom as lifting of Chinese ban on K-wave looms large

    Mar 31, 2025
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    K-pop exports boom as lifting of Chinese ban on K-wave looms large

    BTS concert in Busan, South Korea in October 2022 (Courtesy of Yonhap) Exports of Korean popular music, or K-pop albums…

    BTS, Busan, Japan, K-pop, KT, Military, Scandal, Seoul, Sex
  • BTS’ J-Hope Shines with Artistic Brilliance in Solo Single ‘MONA LISA

    Mar 29, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    BTS’ J-Hope Shines with Artistic Brilliance in Solo Single ‘MONA LISA

    Photo Credits: BigHit Music J-Hope, the multifaceted artist from BTS, has once again captivated fans with his latest solo single, MONA…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Military, Social Media
  • 15 year olds should not be debuting in K-Pop

    Mar 25, 2025
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    I think most people should agree that 15 is way too old to debut in the industry because at that…

    K-pop, Military
  • Weekly Question, General Discussion, and Meetup Thread

    Mar 22, 2025
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    Please use this thread for any questions about common topics like travel, education, employment, immigration, military service, and any other…

    Discussion, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • Risk of traveling from the US?

    Mar 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m traveling to Korea soon for both my wife’s family and vacation reasons. My dad will also be traveling there…

    family, Military, Question, travel
  • Hanwha Aerospace plans record $2.5 bn rights offer for plant expansion

    Mar 20, 2025
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    Hanwha Aerospace plans record $2.5 bn rights offer for plant expansion

    Prototype of Hanwha Aerospace’s advanced aircraft engine Hanwha Aerospace Co., a leading South Korean defense company, said on Thursday it…

    history, Hyundai, Military
  • Korean Opinion of USA 2025

    Mar 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    To be fair, this is a slightly inflammatory post in a sense, unfortunately the best way for you to understand…

    Koreans, Military
  • has anyone else seen these military buoys washed up on the beach?

    Mar 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    has anyone else seen these military buoys washed up on the beach?

    submitted by /u/That-Jelly6305 [link] [comments]

    Military
  • What are the worst kpop scandals/crimes?

    Mar 17, 2025
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    Basically the title. Some of the scandals I’m aware of are burning sun, BAP’s Himchan’s sexual assault case(s), 2NE1’s Park…

    Crime, Military, Scandal, Sex, sexual assault
  • Kim Soo-hyun Scandal

    Mar 13, 2025
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    Kim Soo-hyun Scandal

    South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, 37, is embroiled in controversy following allegations of a six-year relationship with the late actress…

    Controversy, Military, Scandal
  • Hanwha develops cutting-edge stealth paint for next-generation warships

    Mar 11, 2025
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    Hanwha develops cutting-edge stealth paint for next-generation warships

    Hanwha Ocean Co., a leading South Korean warship builder, has developed and tested an advanced stealth paint designed for the…

    daegu, Hyundai, Korean War, Military
  • How South Korea’s President Planned a Military Takeover, Then Blew It

    Mar 10, 2025
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    How South Korea’s President Planned a Military Takeover, Then Blew It

    submitted by /u/bobsnottheuncle [link] [comments]

    Military
  • If a foreign child moves to south Korea with their parent and legally becomes a citizen, will the child be required to serve mandatory military time like other citizens?

    Mar 10, 2025
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    Asked a friend this, couldn’t get a straight answer. So genuinely curious how it works. submitted by /u/MADLADCOMICS [link] [comments]

    Military
  • I am glad that NU’EST disbanded. (Sincerely, a LOVE)

    Mar 9, 2025
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    I’m usually not one to post like this, but the amount of misinformation in the comments of the r/kpop post…

    Japan, Military, Stress
  • In case of an invasion would most South Korean men protect their country or flee?

    Mar 9, 2025
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    Don’t know much about military patriotism in South Korea. Interested in the opinions of ones who are familiar with culture…

    history, Military, Peace, Question
  • After Korean men complete their mandatory military service, are they able to return back to their same jobs they had before they left?

    Mar 8, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Honestly I’m just wondering. I’m not Korean, but I’ve recently gone down a kdrama rabbit hole and it got me…

    KT, Military, study
  • Korean court cancels Yoon’s detention; Insurrection case continues

    Mar 7, 2025
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    Korean court cancels Yoon’s detention; Insurrection case continues

    Supporters of impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol gather outside Yoon’s official house in Seoul on March 7,2025 A…

    fail, LG, martial law, Military, Seoul
  • Hanwha Aerospace, L3Harris anchor Shield AI’s $240 mn funding

    Mar 7, 2025
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    Hanwha Aerospace, L3Harris anchor Shield AI’s $240 mn funding

    Shield AI, founded in 2015, is an autonomy software and defense aircraft technology company (Screenshot captured from Shield AI website)…

    Military
  • Asia’s Defense Stocks Climb on Hopes of More European Arms Spending

    Mar 5, 2025
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    Asia’s Defense Stocks Climb on Hopes of More European Arms Spending

    European leaders have signaled more readiness to provide Ukraine with security guarantees and expand their defense capabilities. Photo: jung yeon-je/Agence…

    germany, Hyundai, Japan, Military, Peace, Seoul, Ukraine
  • They didn’t know they were citizens. Now they are expected to serve in the South Korean military

    Mar 4, 2025
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    They didn’t know they were citizens. Now they are expected to serve in the South Korean military

    submitted by /u/YoungKeys [link] [comments]

    Korean Military, Military
  • Have any male K-Pop idols been open about hating their time in the military WHILE serving?

    Mar 3, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m genuinely curious if there have been any male K-pop idols who have openly expressed their frustration or disdain toward…

    BTS, K-pop, Military
  • Korea, US to expand cooperation in shipbuilding sector

    Mar 2, 2025
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    Korea, US to expand cooperation in shipbuilding sector

    Senior officials from South Korea and the US, including US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick (front left) and South Korea’s Minister…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, Military, purpose, request, Samsung, Seoul, Stress
  • Itaewon’s evolving soul, from military camptown to urban rhythms

    Mar 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Itaewon’s evolving soul, from military camptown to urban rhythms

    submitted by /u/daehanmindecline [link] [comments]

    Military
  • Question for my fellow Ahgases: How are y’all dealing with the PCD so far? 🐣

    Feb 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    PCD: Post concert/comeback depression It’s been over a month now since python and honestly, time has flown by so quickly.…

    family, Military, Question
  • US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth eyes March visit to Seoul

    Feb 26, 2025
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    US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth eyes March visit to Seoul

    US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at a press conference in Brussels in February (Courtesy of Yonhap) US Defense Secretary…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, Hyundai, Japan, Korean Military, martial law, Military, Seoul, Tokyo
  • I think g dragon has tics/ nervous tics.

    Feb 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Since his bad experiences in the military I think that he’s developed anxiety tics or maybe the stress has brought…

    Military, Stress
  • [Exclusive] Being Taken Prisoner is Treason in North, I Want to go the South” Interview with North Korean Soldiers Captured in Battlefield

    Feb 19, 2025
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    This media outlet has recently met the two North Korean soldiers dispatched to Russia and taken prisoner live by the…

    family, Korean Military, KT, Military, North Korea, Parents, Pyongyang, Question, study, Ukraine
  • S.Korea’s Hanwha eyes L-SAM exports with UAE’s EDGE  

    Feb 19, 2025
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    S.Korea’s Hanwha eyes L-SAM exports with UAE’s EDGE  

    Hanwha Aerospace and Hanwha Systems unveils the L-SAM system at IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi, the UAE (Courtesy of Yonhap)…

    Donald Trump, Military
  • Questions about military service

    Feb 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I was born in Korea, but I moved to the States when I was one. The time is coming where…

    family, Military, Parents, Question
  • One of my favourite solo songs of last year is Cloud Nine by JAYB

    Feb 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I do think last year had an influx of AMAZING music—both group and solo—but my all time favourite song of…

    Military
  • Japanese Military ‘Comfort Woman’ Survivor Gil Won-ok Passes Away… Only 7 Survivors Remain | 일본군 ‘위안부’ 피해 길원옥 할머니 별세···생존자 7명뿐

    Feb 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Japanese Military ‘Comfort Woman’ Survivor Gil Won-ok Passes Away… Only 7 Survivors Remain | 일본군 ‘위안부’ 피해 길원옥 할머니 별세···생존자 7명뿐

    submitted by /u/coinfwip4 [link] [comments]

    Japan, Military
  • Korean shipbuilders to benefit from rising LNG, oil tanker demand

    Feb 17, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korean shipbuilders to benefit from rising LNG, oil tanker demand

    LNG carrier built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (File photo by its parent HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering) South…

    Donald Trump, Hyundai, Military, Samsung, Seoul
  • Jinyoung from GOT7 is an underrated idol-actor!

    Feb 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    The conversation of idol-actors contains some amazing talent like D.O from EXO, Eunwoo from Astro, Junho from 2PM and many…

    Military
  • I FINISHED BASIC TRAINING!!

    Feb 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello 전우들, I just finished basic training. It was a long 7 weeks (including 설날) but I was able to…

    Korean American, Korean Language, Military, Parents
  • Far-right group claims to launch ‘U.S. military-led founding war’ if Yoon is impeached

    Feb 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Far-right group claims to launch ‘U.S. military-led founding war’ if Yoon is impeached

    submitted by /u/Saltedline [link] [comments]

    Military
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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