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  • KISS OF LIFE: “Who Is She?” – Enchantment Unleashed

    Apr 1, 2026
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    KISS OF LIFE: “Who Is She?” – Enchantment Unleashed

    Photo Credits: S2 Entertainment  In the ever-evolving tapestry of K-pop, KISS OF LIFE emerges as a siren call, their second…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Mystery
  • Who Is She, Really? KISS OF LIFE’s Darkest, Boldest Era Yet

    Mar 20, 2026
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    Who Is She, Really? KISS OF LIFE’s Darkest, Boldest Era Yet

    Photo Credits:  S2 Entertainment KISS OF LIFE’s 2nd single album Who Is She arrives like a question whispered in a darkened theater—answered…

    Japan, Mystery, Question, Seoul, Tokyo
  • So.. RIIZE is gonna be headlining for the biggest Hip Hop festival in Korea

    Mar 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So RIIZE is going to headline RAPBEAT alongside artists like Zico, Jay Park & Lil Moshpit, and KC. RAPBEAT is…

    Mystery
  • Yujin x LV: IVE Leader’s Bazaar HK Reign

    Mar 7, 2026
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    Yujin x LV: IVE Leader’s Bazaar HK Reign

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Hong Kong + Louis Vuitton + Starship Entertainment An Yujin, IVE’s fearless leader, commands the March…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Mystery, Seoul
  • BTS’ V, the Celine Prince: Elegance and Power in the Hiver 2026 Teasers

    Mar 5, 2026
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    BTS’ V, the Celine Prince: Elegance and Power in the Hiver 2026 Teasers

    Photo Credits: Celine + THV + BigHit Music A new chapter in Paris In the lead-up to Paris Fashion Week,…

    BTS, Curiosity, Military, Mystery, Seoul, Social Media
  • Why is this food so BLACK? 🖤 The mystery of Jajangmyeon in K-Dramas

    Mar 2, 2026
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    Why is this food so BLACK? 🖤 The mystery of Jajangmyeon in K-Dramas

    Hi everyone! Have you ever wondered what that pitch-black noodle dish is that everyone eats so vacuously in K-Dramas? 🍜…

    K-drama, Mystery, Pork
  • IVE’s Leeseo and Gucci: The Dawn of Tomorrow’s Icon

    Feb 26, 2026
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    IVE’s Leeseo and Gucci: The Dawn of Tomorrow’s Icon

    Photo Credits:  Cosmopolitan Korea + Gucci. + Starship Entertainment The Youngest, Yet Infinite There’s a certain electricity when Leeseo of IVE steps…

    Curiosity, Gen Z, K-pop, Korean Art, Mystery, purpose, Seoul
  • WJSN “Bloom Hour”: A Decade in Full Color

    Feb 23, 2026
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    WJSN “Bloom Hour”: A Decade in Full Color

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment A Universe in Bloom WJSN — also known as Cosmic Girls — have never been just…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Mystery
  • KiiiKiii Rise: The Future-Fever Aesthetic of K-Pop’s Most Daring Visionaries

    Feb 22, 2026
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    KiiiKiii Rise: The Future-Fever Aesthetic of K-Pop’s Most Daring Visionaries

    Photo Credits: Singles Korea + Starship Entertainment KiiiKiii – Singles Korea (March 2026) Pictorial Preview KiiiKiii never just pose for the camera — they provoke it.In Singles…

    Curiosity, Fame, Japan, K-pop, LG, Mystery, purpose, Question, Seoul, Social Media, Subway
  • Made gamjatang with leftover pork ribs. Much easier!

    Feb 21, 2026
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    Made gamjatang with leftover pork ribs. Much easier!

    Added daikon because I love it braised. Used this recipe basically – https://mykoreankitchen.com/gamjatang-pork-bone-soup/ submitted by /u/Mystery-Ess [link] [comments]

    Mystery, Pork
  • Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa embody untouchable power in custom black couture for DEADLINE.

    Feb 20, 2026
    in Feeds
    Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa embody untouchable power in custom black couture for DEADLINE.

    Photo Credits: YG Entertainment BLACKPINK’s third mini-album, DEADLINE, drops February 27, 2026, marking their boldest return yet after over three years…

    K-pop, Mystery
  • It will take more than bombs and missiles to fix Iran

    Feb 8, 2026
    in News

    It’s impossible to know whether the U.S. president will carry out his threats to strike Iran, how the regime might…

    fail, Mystery, Protest
  • ILLIT Ignites February with “Not Me” MV: Views Explode, Fans Rave!

    Feb 7, 2026
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    ILLIT Ignites February with “Not Me” MV: Views Explode, Fans Rave!

    Photo & Video Credits: Belift Lab K-pop’s rising girl group ILLIT dropped their “Not Me” music video on February 6,…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Mystery, Social Media
  • Mingyu’s Dior Era: SEVENTEEN Visual King Ignites GQ Korea’s Digital Sauvage Cover

    Feb 6, 2026
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    Mingyu’s Dior Era: SEVENTEEN Visual King Ignites GQ Korea’s Digital Sauvage Cover

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea Dior Pledis Entertainment  Mingyu’s GQ Korea x Dior Moment: A Digital-First Flex SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu steps into…

    Mystery
  • Minnie Ignites DAZED Korea Feb 2026: Miu Miu Magic Unleashed

    Feb 3, 2026
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    Minnie Ignites DAZED Korea Feb 2026: Miu Miu Magic Unleashed

    Photo Credits: DAZED Korea Cube Entertainment i-dle’s Minnie graces the February 2026 DAZED Korea cover in a stunning Miu Miu…

    K-pop, Koreans, Mystery
  • Woodz & Justin H. Min Bend Time and Sound in Mystery Film ‘Slide Strum Mute’

    Feb 3, 2026
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    Woodz & Justin H. Min Bend Time and Sound in Mystery Film ‘Slide Strum Mute’

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea Woodz and Justin H. Min breathe in sync for the first time in the mystery short…

    Busan, fail, K-pop, Mystery, Photography, Question
  • IVE REVIVE+: Bold Concept Photos Ignite 2nd Album’s Epic Comeback Fire

    Jan 28, 2026
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    IVE REVIVE+: Bold Concept Photos Ignite 2nd Album’s Epic Comeback Fire

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment IVE’s 2nd full album REVIVE+ drops February 23, 2026, with pre-release track “BANG BANG” on February 9—building massive…

    Fame, history, Japan, K-pop, Mystery
  • ATEEZ Unveils Stunning Group Concept Photos for 13th Mini Album ‘GOLDEN HOUR: Part.4’ Comeback (Feb 6 Release)

    Jan 22, 2026
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    ATEEZ Unveils Stunning Group Concept Photos for 13th Mini Album ‘GOLDEN HOUR: Part.4’ Comeback (Feb 6 Release)

    Photo Credits: KQ Entertainment ATEEZ continues their captivating ‘GOLDEN HOUR’ series with the 13th mini album ‘GOLDEN HOUR: Part.4’, set…

    K-pop, LG, Mystery
  • Kim Seon-ho, Go Youn-jung spark global rom-com frenzy with ‘Can This Love Be Translated?’

    Jan 19, 2026
    in News
    Kim Seon-ho, Go Youn-jung spark global rom-com frenzy with ‘Can This Love Be Translated?’

    Netflix’s new romantic comedy “Can This Love Be Translated?” is gaining rapid momentum here and abroad, fueled by the immense…

    Japan, Mystery
  • Chung Ji-young’s ‘My Name’ invited to Berlin film fest

    Jan 16, 2026
    in News
    Chung Ji-young’s ‘My Name’ invited to Berlin film fest

    “My Name,” the latest film from director Chung Ji-young, has been invited to screen at the Berlin International Film Festival,…

    history, Jeju, Mystery
  • BTS’s V Radiates Timeless Charisma in GQ Korea x Cartier’s February 2026 Cover: A Monument to Modern Elegance and Emotional Precision

    Jan 9, 2026
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    BTS’s V Radiates Timeless Charisma in GQ Korea x Cartier’s February 2026 Cover: A Monument to Modern Elegance and Emotional Precision

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea – Cartier – BigHit Music. – BTS V x Cartier: The Sound of Stillness and Strength…

    BTS, Mystery, study
  • CHUU’s XO, My Cyberlove: Debut Album Teasers redefine cyber-age romance with ethereal concept art, release date and teasers

    Jan 2, 2026
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    CHUU’s XO, My Cyberlove: Debut Album Teasers redefine cyber-age romance with ethereal concept art, release date and teasers

    Photo Credits: ATRP Chuu’s XO, My Cyberlove marks her formal solo debut as a full-length album, weaving themes of digital-age…

    Japan, K-pop, Mystery, Photography
  • 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
  • The lack of a promo calendar and what it did for Enhypen

    Dec 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I hope I’m making sense because there are so many layers that I can’t wrap my head around. First, Belift…

    Mystery, Scandal, Warning
  • Winter in Full Bloom: aespa’s Ice-Meets-Iridescence Glow for ELLE Korea x espoir’s Digital December Pictorial”

    Dec 22, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Winter in Full Bloom: aespa’s Ice-Meets-Iridescence Glow for ELLE Korea x espoir’s Digital December Pictorial”

    Photo Credits: ELLE Korea espoir SM Entertainment When aespa’s Winter steps into frame for ELLE Korea’s December 2025 digital cover with espoir, it’s less a…

    K-pop, Metaverse, Mystery, study
  • STAYC Races Into Japan With “STAY ALIVE” Showcase Live At KT Zepp Yokohama 2026

    Dec 21, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    STAYC Races Into Japan With “STAY ALIVE” Showcase Live At KT Zepp Yokohama 2026

    Photo Credits: HighUp Entertainment STAYC’s first full-length Japanese album, “STAY ALIVE,” is setting the stage for a high-voltage night in…

    Gen Z, history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Mystery, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • XLOV 2026 Asia-Pacific & North America Tour: Dates, Fan Meets, History, Members, and Full Discography Guide for EVOLs

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    XLOV 2026 Asia-Pacific & North America Tour: Dates, Fan Meets, History, Members, and Full Discography Guide for EVOLs

    Photo Credits: 257 Entertainment XLOV, a rising four-member K‑pop boy group under 257 Entertainment, is mounting a major 2026 Asia‑Pacific…

    history, Mystery
  • ONF 2026 North American Tour: THE MAP BEYOND THE HORIZON – Dates, Tickets & Member Posters

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ONF 2026 North American Tour: THE MAP BEYOND THE HORIZON – Dates, Tickets & Member Posters

    Photo Credits: WM Entertainment ONF’s 2026 North American concert tour, titled “THE MAP: BEYOND THE HORIZON,” is set to bring…

    history, K-pop, Mystery
  • IVE’s Wonyoung Radiates the Essence of Modern Elegance in DICON Winter 2025 – A Defining Moment in Visual Storytelling

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    IVE’s Wonyoung Radiates the Essence of Modern Elegance in DICON Winter 2025 – A Defining Moment in Visual Storytelling

    Photo Credits: DICON Starship Entertainment The Reign of Visual Storytelling: Wonyoung in DICON Winter 2025 IVE’s Jang Wonyoung—fashion’s perennial muse…

    K-pop, Mystery
  • Fei Returns in ‘RUNAWAY’: A Bold Visual Reinvention That Blends Cinematic Mystery, Fashion Edge, and Artistic Freedom

    Dec 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Fei Returns in ‘RUNAWAY’: A Bold Visual Reinvention That Blends Cinematic Mystery, Fashion Edge, and Artistic Freedom

    Photo Credits: Wang Feifei Studio The Return of an Icon After years of quiet evolution, Fei, former member of miss A, reclaims…

    K-pop, LG, Mystery
  • I wasn’t going to post my jeon because I didn’t make much, but the batter was so light and crispy (in comments). It’s napa cabbage and perilla leaf.

    Dec 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    I wasn’t going to post my jeon because I didn’t make much, but the batter was so light and crispy (in comments). It’s napa cabbage and perilla leaf.

    Batter was 1 c ap flour, 1/4 c rice flour, 1 egg, 1 tsp b soda, 1/2 tsp mat sogeum,…

    Mystery
  • Inside SAY MY NAME’s Stunning &Our Vibe 3rd EP Concept Photos: A Vogue-Style Fashion & Hair Breakdown of the 2025 K-Pop Comeback

    Dec 4, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Inside SAY MY NAME’s Stunning &Our Vibe 3rd EP Concept Photos: A Vogue-Style Fashion & Hair Breakdown of the 2025 K-Pop Comeback

    Photo Credits: iNKODE SAY MY NAME’s &Our Vibe: A New Chapter in Cinematic Pop-Fashion Storytelling SAY MY NAME returns with…

    history, Japan, K-pop, LG, Mystery, Photography
  • Adding vinegar to your kimchi makes it a pickle (source provided). Please note that pickles can be fermented. Tldr: the addition of vinegar makes the difference.

    Dec 4, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Adding vinegar to your kimchi makes it a pickle (source provided). Please note that pickles can be fermented. Tldr: the addition of vinegar makes the difference.

    People adding vinegar and/or gochujang and calling it kimchi seems to be on the rise. submitted by /u/Mystery-Ess [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Mystery
  • Rate my Korean meal. I’ve never done such a full meal at once 😂

    Nov 26, 2025
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    Rate my Korean meal. I’ve never done such a full meal at once 😂

    The soup mixes different kinds of guk and uses aged kimchi, yellow squash, perilla leaves and soy bean sprouts. All…

    Kimchi, Mystery
  • First time making kkakdugi! Making deulgge-guk with aged kimchi, soy bean sprouts and tofu crumbles to supplement it with rice, homemade pa and baechu kimchi.

    Nov 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    First time making kkakdugi! Making deulgge-guk with aged kimchi, soy bean sprouts and tofu crumbles to supplement it with rice, homemade pa and baechu kimchi.

    It’s not as vibrant as I was expecting. Should be fine though. submitted by /u/Mystery-Ess [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, LG, Mystery
  • Jeyuk bokkeum bap made with aged kimchi and two kinds of homemade kimchi.

    Nov 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Jeyuk bokkeum bap made with aged kimchi and two kinds of homemade kimchi.

    Enjoyed with roasted seaweed. Wish I had perilla leaves also 😥 submitted by /u/Mystery-Ess [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Mystery
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Latest Korean News

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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