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  • Children study a lot of hours?

    Dec 31, 2024
    in Community

    I read a lot about children studying many hours is school and at home. What would you say is an…

    Parents, study
  • Giving parents money during New Years/Seollal?

    Dec 31, 2024
    in Community

    This may be more of a “Korean American” question. My wife and I are both Korean American and got married…

    family, Parents, Question
  • Do you use 반말 or 존댓말 with your parents?

    Dec 29, 2024
    in Community

    For context, 존댓말 is like polite form of speaking. the koreans will know. So both of my brothers use 존댓말…

    Koreans, Parents
  • Why do Korean people think making tons of money = being a genius?

    Dec 28, 2024
    in Community

    So this is kind of annoying: there are tons of Korean people in my company in their 40s and 50s,…

    Koreans, Parents, Question
  • Korean Organizes crime and corruption?

    Dec 23, 2024
    in Community

    I’m a 미국 but my parents are pretty old school Koreans who moved to the the US when I was…

    Crime, Koreans, Parents
  • A Summary of Government’s Upcoming Improvements to Low Birthrate Countermeasures in 2025

    Dec 22, 2024
    in Community

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayrc2dw0PU8 Video summary: Starting in 2025, South Korea will significantly enhance its support system for pregnancy, childbirth, and childcare. Key…

    birthrate, Parents, Stress
  • Number of Births rose 24% in Mapo-gu, 8.3% in Incheon YOY. Summary of Key Policies the Central Government Can Learn From and Benchmark

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Community

    Incheon’s Birth Promotion Policies: “i Plus 100 Million Dream” Policy Extends financial support for children up to 18 years (not…

    family, Parents, Stress
  • am I the only one who thinks this way? I don’t understand how people live here.

    Dec 16, 2024
    in Community

    for context im korean but grew up outside of korea for almost my entire life. my post is more of…

    Parents, Subway, Working in Korea
  • Korean names questions,,,,

    Dec 16, 2024
    in Community

    Yesterday I found out the names of my korean great-grandparents: 백 준목 and 신 복네요. I was very surprised to…

    korean names, Parents, Question
  • Want to learn Korean

    Dec 16, 2024
    in Community

    Power the title! My partner is of Korean background and when she takes me to meet her extended family, I’d…

    family, Parents
  • How Do I Find Birth Information?

    Dec 15, 2024
    in Community

    Hello everyone, I have zero clue what I’m doing and could use some guidance. I was adopted from South Korea…

    Koreans, Parents
  • a thought about some idols lives as children

    Dec 3, 2024
    in Community

    I really don’t know how to title this but I’ve been watching documentaries about idols before they debuted (such as…

    Parents
  • Fancy restaurants in Seoul

    Nov 30, 2024
    in Community

    Hi everyone! My fiancé and I are getting married in Seoul in a few weeks. We just want to go…

    Parents, Seoul
  • How jennie and Lisa’s father keep their identity hidden?

    Nov 28, 2024
    in Community

    They are one of the top celeb now and they get lots of lots of attention especially in their personal…

    Parents
  • Wealthy parents ditch Korean passports to get kids into international school

    Nov 26, 2024
    in Community
    Wealthy parents ditch Korean passports to get kids into international school

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

    Parents
  • TW- SA Gaeun of Limelight/Madein was SA by her CEO and there are chances that the other members might have gone through something like this.

    Nov 22, 2024
    in Community

    “Forced Tongue Kissing, Groping…’ Rookie Girl Group Member Accuses Agency CEO of Sexual Harassment” [Herald Economy’s Kim Bo-young Reporting] A…

    Naver, Parents, request, Sex, Sexual Harassment, travel
  • dual-citizen flight ticket question

    Nov 21, 2024
    in Community

    Hello, I am a Korean American planning a Japan/Korea trip (US->Japan->Korea->US), and I have a quick question about the ticket…

    Japan, Parents, Question
  • Are death records/certificates in Korea public records which are accessible to anyone?

    Nov 20, 2024
    in Community

    I have a Canadian acquaintance who was in a same-sex romantic relationship with a Korean citizen. The boyfriend lived with…

    Crime, Justice, Parents, Sex
  • (Opinion) Korea should embrace becoming the ‘city-state of seoul’ in a good way in order to solve most of its social problems

    Nov 14, 2024
    in Community

    Foreigner here, who has read a bit about south korean structural problems in social and traditional media (including on this…

    Busan, Demographics, fail, K-pop, Koreans, Medical, North Korea, Parents, Peace, Seoul, Tokyo, Tourism
  • Korean parents, students turn to Buddha, Jesus and K-pop stars ahead of critical college entrance exam

    Nov 12, 2024
    in Community
    Korean parents, students turn to Buddha, Jesus and K-pop stars ahead of critical college entrance exam

    submitted by /u/madrobot52 [link] [comments]

    K-pop, Parents
  • Visiting Korea as a Dual Citizen

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    Hello, I (30) am planning on visiting Korea next year. I just found out I’m a dual citizen (born in…

    family, Parents
  • “White Christmas” collab between V of BTS & Bing Crosby… I think not a lot of people know just how big this is.

    Nov 6, 2024
    in Community

    “White Christmas (with V of BTS)” revives one of the best-selling singles of all time, bringing two global icons: V…

    BTS, family, history, Parents, Social Media
  • after watch the Christian rally against the anti-discrimination law in Korea; Thoughts about Korean protestant Christian, due to my experience (with my painting)

    Nov 5, 2024
    in Community
    after watch the Christian rally against the anti-discrimination law in Korea; Thoughts about Korean protestant Christian, due to my experience (with my painting)

    My parents are devout Protestants. They met at church, got married, and had me. So, my name is not one…

    Discrimination, history, Justice, korean names, Korean War, Koreans, Parents, Peace, Perspectives, Protest, Question, Sex, study
  • ROK military conscription/enlistment age, Vietnam era

    Nov 4, 2024
    in Community

    Howdy folks, I asked this question in r/military but I guess I might have more success here. For those people…

    Crime, Japan, Military, Parents, Question
  • I renounced my Korean citizenship but want to enlist in the ROK

    Oct 25, 2024
    in Community

    As the title suggests, I was sort of “forced” by my biological parents to renounce my Korean citizenship (I am…

    Parents
  • ATTRAKT and KMF issues joint statement condemning the re-debut of SAENA, SIO and ARAN in ‘ablume’:

    Oct 25, 2024
    in Community

    — “It is regrettable that the three former members of FIFTY FIFTY, who partook in tempering attempts, are now making…

    fail, KT, Parents
  • Gifts for older korean man?

    Oct 24, 2024
    in Community

    Hello everyone! I’m sorry if this has been answered in the past, I couldn’t find the solutions. I’m going back…

    family, LG, Parents
  • “Parents claim, ‘Han Kang’s The Vegetarian shouldn’t be shown to kids… can’t help but be appalled.’

    Oct 23, 2024
    in Community
    “Parents claim, ‘Han Kang’s The Vegetarian shouldn’t be shown to kids… can’t help but be appalled.’

    submitted by /u/Illustrious_Diver_37 [link] [comments]

    Han Kang, Parents, The Vegetarian
  • Every Korean mom has made this for their child at one point

    Oct 22, 2024
    in Community
    Every Korean mom has made this for their child at one point

    I remember when my parents first made this for me. My family was pretty poor when I was growing up…

    family, LG, Parents, purpose
  • “Korea exists solely due to the US’s mercy”

    Oct 22, 2024
    in Community

    Said by a korean with a Korean citizen living in Korea their entire life said this, worshipping their US citizenship…

    Controversy, Crime, family, history, Japan, Joseon, Korean History, Parents, Social Media
  • Home cooked meals at home

    Oct 17, 2024
    in Community
    Home cooked meals at home

    I was able to visit home for the first time in 5 years 💕 nothing beats my parents’ cooking! submitted…

    Parents
  • Traditional wedding in Korea

    Oct 16, 2024
    in Community

    Hello and a good day, Germany, mother of the son and my daughter-in-law. They got married in a civil ceremony…

    family, germany, Parents, Question, Seoul
  • Parental Abduction in South Korea

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community

    One day I want to write a far longer more detailed report on Courtney Lynn’s case. But for now, if…

    Advertisement, apology, family, Korean Language, Koreans, parental abduction, Parents, Scandal
  • Chungcheongnam-do begins mandatory four-day work week arrangement for parents with children under 2 years old

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Chungcheongnam-do begins mandatory four-day work week arrangement for parents with children under 2 years old

    submitted by /u/self-fix [link] [comments]

    Chungcheongnam-do, four-day work week, Parents
  • Workers pick ‘mandatory parental leave for both parents’ as no.1 birth rate policy

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Workers pick ‘mandatory parental leave for both parents’ as no.1 birth rate policy

    submitted by /u/BadenBaden1981 [link] [comments]

    Korean Birthrate, Parents
  • The Korean government has gone delulu:

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    The Korean government has gone delulu:

    https://youtu.be/TmtT5RczlGw?si=OKCZzBUg9ngSc_m_ Basically, the video is explaining about some of the policies and ideas that have been/that are thought to be…

    Korean Birthrate, LG, Parents, Politics
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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