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  • Enjoying some amazing bossam

    Jun 8, 2026
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    Enjoying some amazing bossam

    I love eating boiled pork with salted fermented shrimp sauce and raw garlic. The salty, umami flavors bring the tender…

    Bossam, Pork
  • 오삼불고기- Osambulgogi DIY

    Jun 6, 2026
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    오삼불고기- Osambulgogi DIY

    Just thought I’d share my recent attempt at 오삼불고기 (Osam Bulgogi). This dish is loosely based on Mr. Baek’s recipe.…

    LG, Pork
  • Spicy Jjimdak (Chicken & Pork Belly)

    Jun 5, 2026
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    Spicy Jjimdak (Chicken & Pork Belly)

    Hi all, Im Mexican American living in England who is Obsessed with Korean Food & Kdramas. So today, I have…

    Korean Food, Pork, Seoul
  • Bossam (Boiled Pork Wraps)

    Jun 5, 2026
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    Bossam (Boiled Pork Wraps)

    submitted by /u/QuickVillage1356 [link] [comments]

    Bossam, Pork
  • Classic K-food combo

    Jun 5, 2026
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    Classic K-food combo

    The stew had some mysterious green greens in it, and the aroma was incredible. The spicy pork was a bit…

    driver, Pork
  • $4 Convenience Store Lunch Box (12 Side Dishes+Rice)

    Jun 4, 2026
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    $4 Convenience Store Lunch Box (12 Side Dishes+Rice)

    You can find lunch boxes like this at convenience stores all over Korea. This one costs 6,200 KRW ($4 USD)…

    Pork
  • Homemade Jjajangmyeon

    Jun 3, 2026
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    Homemade Jjajangmyeon

    With zucchini and pork belly. Had to use udon, i couldnt find any other noodles. Looks pretty whack. Any opinions…

    Pork
  • Korean Summer Surviver Kit

    Jun 3, 2026
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    Korean Summer Surviver Kit

    Korean summers are no joke. Even visitors from tropical countries are surprised by how hot and humid it gets. After…

    Pork
  • Miss this from Korea!

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Miss this from Korea!

    One thing I really miss from Korea is a simple K-BBQ meal: thinly sliced pork belly sizzling on the grill…

    Korean Food, LG, Pork
  • Visited a very famous retro-style Korean BBQ place called “Sangroksoo”.

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Visited a very famous retro-style Korean BBQ place called “Sangroksoo”.

    Here is what we ordered: 1. Hwangjisal (황지살): It’s a special cut of pork jowl with the excess fat removed,…

    Pork
  • Romain salad for pork belly grill

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Romain salad for pork belly grill

    I made romain salad to go with pork belly grill. Cut or break the Romain into the size to your…

    Pork, Suga
  • Gopchang (Korean Grilled Beef Intestines) for dinner tonight!

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Gopchang (Korean Grilled Beef Intestines) for dinner tonight!

    Had some amazing Gopchang (grilled beef/pork intestines) tonight. It’s crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and packed with…

    Pork
  • Kimchi pork belly fried rice with gim

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Kimchi pork belly fried rice with gim

    When you don’t wanna think about what to eat for dinner. You know you have kimchi, pork belly and rice……

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Ssam containing beef, pork, tofu, mushrooms with doenjang, gochujang, garlic and onions. The green bean banchan was just done with gochugaru, garlic, and a splash of soy sauce and fish sauce.

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Ssam containing beef, pork, tofu, mushrooms with doenjang, gochujang, garlic and onions. The green bean banchan was just done with gochugaru, garlic, and a splash of soy sauce and fish sauce.

    ​ submitted by /u/Johnny-Unitas [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Samgyeopsal – pork belly

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Samgyeopsal – pork belly

    Pork belly bbq on Sunday evening. Could have added some onions and mushroom on the grill. submitted by /u/No-Celebration889 [link]…

    Pork
  • Korean Samgyeopsal-gui

    May 31, 2026
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    Korean Samgyeopsal-gui

    Grilled Pork Belly!!🍖🍺👍 submitted by /u/godok_drinker [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • My first attempts at Korean food – be kind

    May 30, 2026
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    My first attempts at Korean food – be kind

    I love trying all different culture and cuisine so here are my first 2 korean style dishes. Bimimbap with sesame…

    Korean Food, Pork
  • A traditional Korean birthday feast for the husband! 🎉 (Featuring his favorite: Suyuk)

    May 29, 2026
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    A traditional Korean birthday feast for the husband! 🎉 (Featuring his favorite: Suyuk)

    It was my husband’s birthday, so I made his #1 requested meal—Suyuk (Korean boiled pork slices). Of course, I also…

    Kimchi, Pork, request
  • Korean pork bone soup that fixes everything (Gamjatang)

    May 29, 2026
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    Korean pork bone soup that fixes everything (Gamjatang)

    submitted by /u/Nice-Variety-7730 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Korean Pork (Ogyeopsal / Five-layered Pork Belly)

    May 27, 2026
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    Korean Pork (Ogyeopsal / Five-layered Pork Belly)

    submitted by /u/QuickVillage1356 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Homemade Jeyuk-bokkeum (Spicy Pork) with brown rice for dinner!

    May 27, 2026
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    Homemade Jeyuk-bokkeum (Spicy Pork) with brown rice for dinner!

    Made some quick and comforting spicy pork stir-fry to go with a big scoop of brown rice. 🌾 Also, can…

    Pork
  • Spicy stir-fried pork + Soybean paste stew

    May 26, 2026
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    Spicy stir-fried pork + Soybean paste stew

    White rice is a must with this combo! submitted by /u/qirong99 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Soondae, Dwaeji Yeomtong, and Shredded Chicken Fried Rice

    May 26, 2026
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    Soondae, Dwaeji Yeomtong, and Shredded Chicken Fried Rice

    Blood Sausage & Pork Heart for the ladies, fried rice for me submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Korean BBQ

    May 25, 2026
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    Korean BBQ

    Marinated beef short ribs & pork belly Always good! submitted by /u/qirong99 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • I made kimchi stew with pork ribs(Kimchi-jjim)

    May 25, 2026
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    I made kimchi stew with pork ribs(Kimchi-jjim)

    ​I made Pork Back Rib Kimchi-jjim (Braised Kimchi) using the Kimchi my mother-in-law gave me. ​Back ribs can have a…

    family, Kimchi, Pork, Suga
  • I made bibim guksu simply.

    May 24, 2026
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    I made bibim guksu simply.

    I went to the traditional market to buy side dishes after a long time, and seeing the pork cutlet frying…

    Pork, Suga
  • Just scrolling through my gallery and found this beauty.

    May 23, 2026
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    Just scrolling through my gallery and found this beauty.

    Missing this perfect Samgyeopsal (Pork Belly) right now. submitted by /u/yooncodes [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • I want to recreate the Korean BBQ experience at home.

    May 22, 2026
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    Last time at Korean BBQ restaurant, it occurred to all of us that we could have fun doing the same…

    KT, LG, Oyster, Pork
  • My favorite spot in LA Koreatown: The rich, hearty pork back-bone stew (Gamja-tang) at Gamja-gol! 🥘🔥

    May 22, 2026
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    My favorite spot in LA Koreatown: The rich, hearty pork back-bone stew (Gamja-tang) at Gamja-gol! 🥘🔥

    submitted by /u/Numerous-Quote-1190 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Today, regular pork cutlet🍽️

    May 21, 2026
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    Today, regular pork cutlet🍽️

    I had the spicy version last time, but today I went with the regular pork cutlet. The regular one is…

    Pork
  • Anyone ever try this?

    May 19, 2026
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    Anyone ever try this?

    Chinese-Korean here mixed, I love pork cutlet and rice but don’t really care for the semi-glaze sauce or Japanese curry…

    Japan, Oyster, Pork, Suga
  • Kimchi Jiggae

    May 19, 2026
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    Kimchi Jiggae

    I add 1-2 tablespoons sesame oil and stir fry my kimchi and pork until you get the little black burn…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Pork, Suga
  • Gamjatang posole and cilantro kimchi

    May 19, 2026
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    Gamjatang posole and cilantro kimchi

    Boiled up some pork back bones but wanted to try something different, turned it into posole but with potatoes instead…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Spicy pork kimbap

    May 18, 2026
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    Spicy pork kimbap

    submitted by /u/VegetableRelation701 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • ​I tried making Mandu with my family.

    May 18, 2026
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    ​I tried making Mandu with my family.

    ​I tried making Mandu (dumplings) with my family over the weekend. It’s not a special recipe; it’s more of a…

    family, Oyster, Pork, Suga
  • Gamjajeon(potato pancake) & Bossam(boiled pork wraps)…🍜

    May 18, 2026
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    Gamjajeon(potato pancake) & Bossam(boiled pork wraps)…🍜

    Famous restaurant in seongsu, seoul 😋 submitted by /u/Intrepid-Radish1093 [link] [comments]

    Bossam, Pork, Seoul
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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