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  • Tang Tang Gamjatang

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Tang Tang Gamjatang

    I found a gamjatang (Korean pork bone soup) place called “Tang Tang Gamjatang” near a military base in Gapyeong, and…

    Military, Pork
  • Korean su-yuk (boiled pork) with kimchi

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Korean su-yuk (boiled pork) with kimchi

    Do you like it with salted shrimp or just kimchi? submitted by /u/VictoryClean1550 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Pan-Seared Korean Pork Belly (Samgyeopsal) with Garlic

    Apr 4, 2026
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    Pan-Seared Korean Pork Belly (Samgyeopsal) with Garlic

    Made Korean-style pork belly at home tonight. Started by placing thick-cut pork belly in the pan and rendering the fat…

    Pork
  • [Homemade] Spicy Korean pork stir-fry (Jeyuk bokkeum)

    Apr 4, 2026
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    [Homemade] Spicy Korean pork stir-fry (Jeyuk bokkeum)

    Why is this so good😋 submitted by /u/VictoryClean1550 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • 11,000 won per person. near seoul univ.

    Apr 1, 2026
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    11,000 won per person. near seoul univ.

    i found affordable Bossam or suyuk restaurant!! (boiled pork) photo shows a serving for two! hahaha submitted by /u/hanaromart [link]…

    Bossam, Pork, Seoul
  • Lazy day delivery meal with bibimbap and crispy chicken

    Mar 31, 2026
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    Lazy day delivery meal with bibimbap and crispy chicken

    Didn’t feel like cooking on a day off, so I ordered in. Bibimbap with beef bulgogi and spicy pork, plus…

    Bibimbap, LG, Pork
  • Tofu-kimchi w/pork belly

    Mar 30, 2026
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    Tofu-kimchi w/pork belly

    submitted by /u/VictoryBackground562 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Bone soup question

    Mar 27, 2026
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    Hi everyone! I just got jokbal takeout from a local restaurant, and there are quite a lot of bones left.…

    Pork, Question
  • Gochujang Jjigae

    Mar 25, 2026
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    Gochujang Jjigae

    The gochujang jjigae (Korean red chili paste stew) often seen in Korean dramas or variety shows is easier to make…

    Jjigae, Pork, Soju, Suga
  • The perfect combo: Spicy squid salad and Suyuk

    Mar 23, 2026
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    The perfect combo: Spicy squid salad and Suyuk

    The squid salad has a nice kick to it, but it balances out perfectly when you wrap it with a…

    Pork
  • Troubleshooting – First time making suyuk

    Mar 22, 2026
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    Troubleshooting – First time making suyuk

    I used a pressure cooker to make this. Recipe – https://www.ahjummarecipes.com/single-post/2017/04/08/instant-pot-korean-style-boiled-pork-belly-%EB%B3%B4%EC%8C%88-bossam * Taste: good. Seems kind of light on the…

    Bossam, coffee, Pork
  • Had people over for a feast yesterday

    Mar 22, 2026
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    Had people over for a feast yesterday

    Green onion and shrimp buchamge, mushroom namul, onion (and shallot) jangajji, grilled pork belly and galbi, ttetkbokki, kimchi, braised pork…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Why is this not everywhere??

    Mar 20, 2026
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    Why is this not everywhere??

    You grill thick pork belly right at the table, wrap it in lettuce with garlic and sauce, and somehow it’s…

    Pork
  • crispy mandu…from my favorite brand!!

    Mar 19, 2026
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    crispy mandu…from my favorite brand!!

    the house mandu’s pork and shrimp dumplings are my absolute favorite…I really wanna try replicating the taste one day!! (also,…

    Pork
  • Homemade Korean boiled pork (bossam) with fresh ssam 🌿

    Mar 19, 2026
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    Homemade Korean boiled pork (bossam) with fresh ssam 🌿

    Made some homemade bossam tonight 🐷 Wrapped in lettuce with garlic, kimchi, and ssamjang… so simple but so good. You…

    Bossam, Kimchi, Pork
  • Spicy pork bulgogi

    Mar 12, 2026
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    Spicy pork bulgogi

    this rice bowl makes it 20x tasty submitted by /u/AdDependent3478 [link] [comments]

    LG, Pork
  • Kimchi Waffle – 1st Attempt

    Mar 11, 2026
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    Kimchi Waffle – 1st Attempt

    Inspired by this post, [ https://www.reddit.com/r/KoreanFood/comments/1rq2vze/little_lunch_korean_style_in_germany/ ]second photo. Shredded kimchi and pork belly waffle. A mix of sweet rice flour,…

    germany, Kimchi, Pork
  • Pork belly in a BBQ restaurant 😋😋😋

    Mar 9, 2026
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    Pork belly in a BBQ restaurant 😋😋😋

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

    Pork
  • Jokbal and bossam Korean meat is very attractive.

    Mar 8, 2026
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    Jokbal and bossam Korean meat is very attractive.

    Korean jokbal and Bossam. Both are attractive and the biggest competitor. Both are so attractive as Korean pork dishes. submitted…

    Bossam, Pork
  • Korean pork cutlets

    Mar 7, 2026
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    Korean pork cutlets

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

    Pork
  • Grilled Korean Pork

    Mar 5, 2026
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    Grilled Korean Pork

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

    Ourhome, Pork
  • Near closing time on Samgyeopsal Day in Korea.

    Mar 3, 2026
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    Near closing time on Samgyeopsal Day in Korea.

    March 3rd is known as “Samgyeopsal Day” in Korea. Many supermarkets run pork belly promotions around this date. This was…

    Pork
  • Samgyeopsal and More

    Mar 3, 2026
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    Samgyeopsal and More

    Went to the Asian market near my house today and was able to get some pork belly at a great…

    Pork
  • 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
  • The King of K-BBQ: Sizzling Hanwoo/Pork Belly at a Local Gem! 🥩🔥 [OC]

    Mar 1, 2026
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    The King of K-BBQ: Sizzling Hanwoo/Pork Belly at a Local Gem! 🥩🔥 [OC]

    Nothing beats the sound of meat sizzling on a charcoal grill. The marbling was insane and the side dishes were…

    Pork
  • Um, Pork Backbone Soup

    Feb 28, 2026
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    Um, Pork Backbone Soup

    Always Good! https://preview.redd.it/j6rs358il6mg1.jpg?width=1000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=807e1074c907d70a439f5f573bff93848a6a2f28 submitted by /u/IllustriousEar1271 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Protein pairing/meal suggestions with green leaf kimchi?

    Feb 24, 2026
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    Protein pairing/meal suggestions with green leaf kimchi?

    The whole family just got over the stomach flu and are now hungry and want meat like the carnivores they…

    family, Kimchi, Pork
  • Korean Spicy Pork on Sesame Seed Bun

    Feb 23, 2026
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    Korean Spicy Pork on Sesame Seed Bun

    submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • 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
  • Kongbul – Bean Sprout Bulgogi

    Feb 21, 2026
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    Hey All – So made this today, it’s Bean Sprout Bulgogi, recipe found on TT (James Bok). https://reddit.com/link/1ram50m/video/cidhphim7tkg1/player Kongbul (Bean…

    LG, Pork
  • What’s the best way to enjoy samgyeopsal?

    Feb 20, 2026
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    What’s the best way to enjoy samgyeopsal?

    I only had napa cabbage, bean sprouts, mushrooms, and samgyeopsal, but honestly it was soooo good just dipping everything in…

    Medical, Pork
  • Quick review on kimchi salsa

    Feb 19, 2026
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    I just tried the Vivid Kitchen Korean Kimchi Salsa and it tastes like a real fusion instead of just spicy…

    Cheese, Kimchi, Pork
  • Ticked at Beef Prices so Went Pork Crazy

    Feb 18, 2026
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    Ticked at Beef Prices so Went Pork Crazy

    Went shopping at Costco, my wife wanted to cook up some jangjorim since it’s been awhile. Saw the beef prices,…

    Pork, Shopping
  • Tonight’s Dinner

    Feb 15, 2026
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    Tonight’s Dinner

    Our version of yangji ssal-guksu with wanja jorim as a side dish. Rice noodles in a broth from beef brisket…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Spicy pork bulgogi

    Feb 14, 2026
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    Spicy pork bulgogi

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

    LG, Pork
  • Home-cooked meal

    Feb 11, 2026
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    Home-cooked meal

    Date : 26.02.10 Adress : home Frozen foods in Korea are exceptionally well-made. In the photo, the Ugeoji-gamjatang (dried cabbage…

    Kimchi, Pork, Question
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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