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  • Made kimbap for the first time + spicy pork belly bulgogi

    Oct 22, 2025
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    Made kimbap for the first time + spicy pork belly bulgogi

    Made kimbap for the first time using the spicy pork belly bulgogi I made last night! (Last pic. Sadly, I…

    Advice, LG, Pork
  • Spicy pork bulgogi

    Oct 17, 2025
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    Spicy pork bulgogi

    submitted by /u/Jaded_Detail7879 [link] [comments]

    LG, Pork
  • Japchae breakfast

    Oct 17, 2025
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    Japchae breakfast

    Apologies for my terrible knife skills with the tamago, lol! I was impatient. Yeah, I made tamago strips for this…

    Pork, Question
  • I tried jajangmyeon in Korea — does anyone have an easy way to make it at home? 🍜🇰🇷

    Oct 11, 2025
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    I tried jajangmyeon in Korea — does anyone have an easy way to make it at home? 🍜🇰🇷

    When I visited Korea, I tried jajangmyeon for the first time, and it became one of my favorite dishes. The…

    Pork
  • Recommendations

    Oct 10, 2025
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    Hi! I was wondering if anyone could recommend some dishes to me that are high in nutrition but not high…

    Pork
  • What do you put in your Sundubu-jjigae ? Is there a classic, original or traditional sundubu-jjigae ?

    Oct 9, 2025
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    I saw maangchi Kimchi sundubu-jjigae 김치순두부찌개 but her recipe has pork belly. The sundubu-jjigae I ate in my city usually…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • What’s your favorite gukbap?

    Oct 7, 2025
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    What’s your favorite gukbap?

    I like ppyeodagwi haejangguk(Pork Backbone Hangover Soup). submitted by /u/stalincapital [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • 2025 Foodies

    Oct 5, 2025
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    2025 Foodies

    Hello again! Many of you liked my previous post – Korean Teacher’s Lunch Prep So I wanna share what I…

    Japan, Pork, Soju
  • Dolsot? Should I?

    Oct 3, 2025
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    Ok, I loooooooooove Korean food; have been making my own kimchi for the ver 10 years. I love love love…

    Bibimbap, Jjigae, Kimchi, Korean Food, LG, Pork
  • It was my evening.

    Oct 3, 2025
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    It was my evening.

    Pork and Beef My mom made fresh kimchi today. submitted by /u/baembaem0 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Pork
  • How did I do?

    Oct 1, 2025
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    How did I do?

    Cooked all these today! Still got a lot of room for improvements, but I’m quite happy with how they turned…

    Bossam, Jjigae, Pork
  • I onced had i think its squid and pork on a hot plate, those whole dish is red in color. shop closed down. what is it called? how to cook?

    Sep 29, 2025
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    I onced had i think its squid and pork on a hot plate, the whole dish is red in color.…

    Pork
  • One pan pork miso

    Sep 28, 2025
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    One pan pork miso

    I don’t know if this is Korean or Japanese, since I was scrolling through Pinterest looking for Korean and Japanese…

    Japan, Kimchi, Pork
  • Pork belly

    Sep 26, 2025
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    Pork belly

    Pork belly for an easy dinner submitted by /u/james_strange71280 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Sudubu jjigae

    Sep 24, 2025
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    Sudubu jjigae

    plus some Sam gyub Sal. (Pork belly) submitted by /u/Lostmywayoutofhere [link] [comments]

    Jjigae, Pork
  • Do you know the Korean vegetable called “sangchu” (lettuce)?

    Sep 23, 2025
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    Do you know the Korean vegetable called “sangchu” (lettuce)?

    I bought some seedlings in advance to grow my own lettuce, since it gets pricey in winter. There are different…

    Bossam, Pork
  • Do they put anything on meats at ayce kbbq?

    Sep 23, 2025
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    I’m not talking about bulgogi or any other obviously marinated meats. I’m talking about stuff like beef brisket, beef belly,…

    LG, Pork
  • Korean wings and pork belly

    Sep 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

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

    Pork
  • Kimchi Pizza Tangsuyuk(Sweet and sour pork)

    Sep 21, 2025
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    Kimchi Pizza Tangsuyuk(Sweet and sour pork)

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

    Kimchi, Pork
  • All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ 🍖🔥 We had eel, pork belly, and marinated pork ribs~ ^^

    Sep 21, 2025
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    All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ 🍖🔥 We had eel, pork belly, and marinated pork ribs~ ^^

    It just melts in your mouth!! Had such a delicious meal with my family~ 😋. submitted by /u/acmaaaa [link] [comments]

    family, Pork
  • Pork bone soup

    Sep 21, 2025
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    Pork bone soup

    Weekend is over again 🤔 submitted by /u/Unable_Suggestion296 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • kimchi jjigae with pork belly and silken tofu

    Sep 21, 2025
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    kimchi jjigae with pork belly and silken tofu

    submitted by /u/Ellen-CherryCharles [link] [comments]

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • Has anyone ever made kimchi chigae with beef belly?

    Sep 18, 2025
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    I have been trying to get beef navel/short plate/beef belly to try making some beef bacon. However, the supplier only…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Last night pork belly BBQ feast at my cousin’s 🤤🔥

    Sep 12, 2025
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    Last night pork belly BBQ feast at my cousin’s 🤤🔥

    Yesterday at my cousin’s somehow turned into a pork belly free-for-all 🤤 thick slices sizzling in the pan, garlic flying,…

    family, Kimchi, Pork
  • Korean BBQ : grilled pork belly (samgyeopsal) is always

    Sep 10, 2025
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    Korean BBQ : grilled pork belly (samgyeopsal) is always

    Korean style, grilled pork belly wrapped in lettuce with scallions, garlic and a bit of green onion oil sauce. Served…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • How about pouring soju on watermelon and eating it?

    Sep 9, 2025
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    How about pouring soju on watermelon and eating it?

    Stefanie Michova Stephanie Michova, who moved from Germany to Korea and now lives in the countryside. In the countryside of…

    germany, Pork, Soju
  • Anyone know Sukseongdo(숙성도)?

    Sep 8, 2025
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    Anyone know Sukseongdo(숙성도)?

    You guys know about Sukseongdo, the famous pork BBQ spot in Jeju? Seriously, it’s the best pork I’ve ever had…

    Jeju, Pork, Seoul
  • korea costco Marinated pork ribs

    Sep 6, 2025
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    korea costco Marinated pork ribs

    submitted by /u/JellyfishSensitive40 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Nothing captures Korea like this scene (part 2)

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Nothing captures Korea like this scene (part 2)

    Iranians moving to Korea then having samgypsal (pork belly) with soju. submitted by /u/Bitter-Goat-8773 [link] [comments]

    Pork, Soju
  • Korea lunchbox-DOSIRAK

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Korea lunchbox-DOSIRAK

    Today, I tried a *Jeyuk Lunchbox* from a small local lunchbox shop called “Small Table (작은밥상)” in Songpa-gu, Seoul. It…

    Kimchi, Pork, Seoul
  • How can I make my kimchi-jiggae less salty?

    Sep 5, 2025
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    I really, really like kimchi-jiggae, and I make a huge batch every couple of weeks. My problem is that it’s…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Maple Tree House

    Sep 3, 2025
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    Maple Tree House

    Today I had grilled pork neck, marinated short ribs, steamed egg, and pork bulgogi rice. You can choose between rice…

    LG, Pork
  • Plate of homemade food from my MIL.

    Aug 22, 2025
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    Plate of homemade food from my MIL.

    Excuse the kid’s toys 😂. My MIL cooked a big meal for my daughter’s birthday. MIL is from Jeollado region.…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Somewhat bitter aftertaste in kimchi jjigae, not sure what it could be

    Aug 22, 2025
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    Somewhat bitter aftertaste in kimchi jjigae, not sure what it could be

    I’ve made kimchi jjigae before and its always turned out fine. Made a giant batch yesterday and while it tasted…

    Ewha, Honda, Jjigae, Kimchi, Pork
  • 쭈꾸미 삼겹살 (baby octopus and pork belly)

    Aug 21, 2025
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    쭈꾸미 삼겹살 (baby octopus and pork belly)

    Over rice on a sizzling plate so it gets crispy. Topped with cheese submitted by /u/cottonshoes [link] [comments]

    Cheese, Pork
  • Retro Korean Pork Cutlet (Donkatsu)

    Aug 16, 2025
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    Retro Korean Pork Cutlet (Donkatsu)

    Old-school Korean comfort food 🇰🇷 Crispy pork cutlet, fish cutlet, hamburger steak with salad & rice. submitted by /u/Logical_Map_3214 [link]…

    Pork
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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