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Should Japanese terrestrial television impose a total ban on K-Pop idols? Rethinking the lopsided broadcasting dynamics between Korea and Japan.
To clarify, there is no official law banning J-Pop in Korea. However, it is widely understood as an unwritten, taboo…
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H.O.W: Five Hearts, One Legacy — K-pop’s Most Daring Debut of 2026
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H.O.W rewrites the debut playbook — and the K-pop era itself There is a silence before a debut that the…
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I’m getting tired of going into discussions in good faith when the other person in the discussion is not, does anyone else feel the same?
As we all know there are a lot of people that love making fun of the kpop community. There are…
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Native Teachers’ Union Seminar in Daejeon
The Native Teachers’ Union will be hosting a seminar in Daejeon at the KCTU HQ on June 20th from 2-4…
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Historical Korean movement footage connected to Kim Won-bo was recently discussed in an international heritage education forum
https://reddit.com/link/1t71f7w/video/mz5iagchevzg1/player The discussion was published on an international TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) forum connected to the UNESCO-UNEVOC…
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What we’re your most controversial K-pop opinions?
I’ve been on K-pop for just 2 years (Nov 2023) but I witnessed lots of controversies like plagiarism of songs,…
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HYBE is prioritizing their groups going viral so much to the point where it’s harming their artistry
To start, this isn’t meant to be a hate post at all. I enjoy songs from all of the groups…
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African writers share global insights on Afropolitanism, Black consciousness at Korea University
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Two prominent African writers engaged Korea University students in Seoul in a discussion on Afropolitanism and Black consciousness, offering global…
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How do you guys feel about the phrase “___ looks healthy” in the kpop space? *Warning:bit of a long post*
As someone who personally knows a few dancers, has grown up on trashy, problematic shows which would often speak on…
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Xdinary Heroes in Japan: Rock-Band K-pop, Neatly Disordered and Unstoppable
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Photo Credits: KITTO Magazine + JYP’s STUDIO J Xdinary Heroes’ Kitto Magazine Japan digital cover feels like a signal flare…
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Trying to understand the hype around K-Pop Demon Hunters and why it’s Oscar-worthy
We’ve been seeing a lot of discussion about K-Pop Demon Hunters lately since it first came out, with many people…
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Western critics and journalists continuing to platform untrustworthy “experts” to talk about Kpop
Music critic and internet personality Anthony Fantano from The Needle Drop recently released a video on “The State of Kpop“,…
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Opinions that I have gathered throughout the years
Spent an unfortunate amount of time on kpop reddit a couple years ago, left for my sanity and now I’m…
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Question Cortis, Lngshot and AllDayProject Stans
Why do you guys stan any of these groups? Be honest because with all of the controversies going on, I…
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Happy to share everyday perspectives on life in Korea
Hi everyone, I’m from Korea and enjoy talking about everyday life and culture here. Rather than explaining things in a…
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Why is K-pop criticized for “stealing Black culture” more than Western pop acts with obvious Black music influences?
We all know that K-pop is often accused of appropriating Black American music or culture — things like hip hop,…
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Thoughts on the current dynamic between CBX and the rest of EXO?
With everything that has happened recently between SM and CBX, including reports about SM freezing CBX’s assets, I’ve been wondering…
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IVE BANG BANG Teaser: Bold Visuals Ignite REVIVE+ Fire
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Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment IVE’s “BANG BANG” pre-release single explodes today, February 9, 2026, at 6 PM KST, priming fans…
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[Question] Seeking Your Insights: How do International Fans Truly Experience K-Pop?
Hi everyone! I’m currently running a blog where I dive deep into the world of K-Pop—specifically focusing on the artists,…
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I was wondering out of curiosity, how do some people who have undergone a difficult time in their life feel that kpop saved or helped them navigate it?
A few people I have met have stated to me before that x kpop group have saved them or been…
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MPMG WEEK 2026 “BLUE OCEAN” Global Music Audition: How Indie Artists Can Apply Online and Perform Live in Seoul’s New Wave Showcase
Photo Credits: MPMG In 2026, Seoul’s indie music scene is gearing up for a fresh surge of new talent as…
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What’s Enhypen’s popularity like from a non fan perspective?
I’m really curious about something and I’m hoping people outside the Engene/Enhypen bubble can give me some honest insight. And…
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Korean Christians, how do you read Yu Jie’s call to forgive Japan?
I recently came across an article by Yu Jie published in The Asia-Pacific Journal back in 2008: “The Anti-Japanese Resistance…
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i-dle Miyeon Enchants with “MY, Lover” 2nd Mini Album: A Stylish Cinematic Journey in “Say My Name”
Photo Credits: Cube Entertainment i-dle’s Miyeon returns with her deeply emotive second mini album, “MY, Lover,” featuring the title track…
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Art without borders: How Japan and Korea are building understanding through creativity
Mami Kataoka, director of the Mori Art Museum and chair of Roppongi Art Night’s executive committee Under the neon canopy…
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Seeking first hand experiences from students in South Korean universities – MS Biotechnology or other programs
Hi everyone, I’m considering pursuing an MS in Biotechnology in South Korea, but I want to get a better understanding…
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What qualifies as “good promotion” these days?
How do you define whether a group is truly underpromoted, or just not resonating with a larger audience? And what…
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STEAL HEART CLUB Ignites the Global Band Scene: Mnet’s Survival Series Fuses Live Energy, Pure Style and Fan-Favorite K-Pop Talent
Photo Credits: Mnet Mnet’s “STEAL HEART CLUB” is sparking a fresh wave of excitement with its global band-making survival format,…
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KPOP may be a lot more linked to more traditionalist thought and perspectives than i realised
Yes, I am back with more realisations that I had no clue about the greater music industry, especially kpop as…
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i was very naive about a lot of industries- especially kpop.
I was naive about how authoritarian and full of propoganda the very top of the chain in every industry is.…
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tripleS “Password” Music Video Unlocks Hidden Secrets and Emotional Storms in the New Japanese K-pop Single
Photo Credits: MODHAUS Sony Music Japan (JP) tripleS is pushing creative boundaries again with their latest single “Password,” a track and…
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In Kpop, isn’t it still considered the center even if it’s at the back or behind a member, in choreography formations?
I’ve been a decade-long kpop fan. And I’ve noticed, new Kpop fans or fans that are unfamiliar with Kpop complaining…
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Rosé Graces GQ Hong Kong’s Debut Issue in Dazzling Tiffany & Co. Collaboration
Photo Credits: GQ Hong Kong. Tiffany & Co. The Black Label Rosé of BLACKPINK has officially set the tone for…
