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  • [UPDATE] 33,000 views changed everything. We’re pivoting our K-Sauce design and we need your vote to get it right.

    Jan 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I woke up to see that my previous posts about our student-led sauce project, BALGAN, had reached over 33,000 people…

    Advice, LG, Question, Survey
  • Idols line distribution and choses in general

    Jan 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So I remember seeing a YouTube short from a member of a group saying that he was tired of people…

    Question
  • Humility, perspective, human ambition in Samantha Harvey’s ‘Orbital’

    Jan 27, 2026
    in News
    Humility, perspective, human ambition in Samantha Harvey’s ‘Orbital’

    Samantha Harvey’s “Orbital,” the 2024 Booker Prize winner, is not a novel about space exploration as technological triumph, but an…

    Curiosity, Japan, Question
  • I want to get to know more about SMTR25…

    Jan 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    What content should I watch if I want to get to know them? I only know a few of the…

    Question
  • Help with a stalker

    Jan 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I have a pretty big problem and don’t know how to solve it. I’m from the USA, and a friend…

    Question
  • Kim, Vance establish hotline to prevent misunderstandings over Coupang issue

    Jan 25, 2026
    in News
    Kim, Vance establish hotline to prevent misunderstandings over Coupang issue

    In a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Prime Minister Kim Min-seok emphasized that the Korean government is not…

    Coupang, Discussion, Question
  • lngshot’s woojin and the tory lanez t-shirt.

    Jan 25, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    am i surprised? not really😭. what he did was messed up. completely. it’s weird, inappropriate and inconsiderate. however, this doesn’t…

    G7, Question
  • None of the bags of red pepper said “gochugaru” on them at H-Mart. Did I get a different pepper or is that a name mostly used for western branding?

    Jan 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Perhaps a silly question, but I’m curious – my local H-mart has a great selection of ingredients for which I…

    Question
  • I miss 2nd Generation kpop so much…anyone?

    Jan 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Before reading, just know I love all Kpop but I’m just a old honmoon soul lerking at the new trends.…

    BTS, K-pop, Question, TCL
  • Stupid kimchi question

    Jan 22, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I feel dumb to ask this, but I’ve been making small portions of kimchi for years. I’ve gotten inspired by…

    Kimchi, Question
  • Hi, I live in Korea. There are many delicious foods in my country, and I am organizing a business that buys and delivers them. If you are interested in Korean food or have any questions, please contact me thank you for reading

    Jan 21, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    If you want to know or buy kimchi, dumplings, snacks, traditional food, etc., please contact me Thank you for reading…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Question
  • [MEGATHREAD] BTS TOUR & COMEBACK

    Jan 21, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    PSA: if you did a google search and found this subreddit to ask questions – check these megathreads first: BTS…

    BTS, Discussion, Question
  • I need these bts tickets. But at what cost…

    Jan 20, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So my friend and I, we will call her M, failed to sign up for the bts tour presale correctly.…

    Advice, BTS, fail, Question
  • Is age hierarchy in English-speaking cultures weaker than in Korea, or just linguistic?

    Jan 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I have a question for people from English-speaking countries who know Korean and have lived in Korea. In English-speaking cultures,…

    Question
  • What is happening to EXO – question from a casual

    Jan 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So i came across a post of exo-ls fighting and just wondering what is happening to exo. All I knew…

    Question
  • Just a quick questions: what are the Koop girl group names that has 7 members or currently has 7 members to this days?

    Jan 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The only group I know was XG but I’m not sure the rest. Im also curious who are the other…

    Question
  • I have a weird question: premier league (soccer/football) and kpop idols, which one is more popular in your country?

    Jan 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Soccer/football is the most popular sport in the world. But I notice that kpop gains popularity rapidly recent years in…

    Question, Social Media
  • As a native Korean who stayed a bit in the states, I have a question.

    Jan 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    As a Korean, it’s honestly shocking to see so many people enjoying Doenjang-jjigae, Kimchi, and Kimchi-jjigae, and etc. It’s amazing…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Korean Food, Question
  • President Lee to Address Japan’s Seafood Ban in CPTPP Talks

    Jan 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    President Lee to Address Japan’s Seafood Ban in CPTPP Talks

    President Lee Jae-myung said ahead of his visit to Japan on the 13th to the 14th, “The issue of Japan’s…

    Japan, Japan Relation, K-pop, Koreans, North Korea, Peace, Question, Stress
  • Kpop MVs where the idol reenacted a traumatic life-altering experience they had?

    Jan 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Okay I know the question is weirdly specific but I just saw Agust D’s Amygdala MV (which I know I’m…

    Question
  • Former DPK lawmaker’s ex-aide appears before police again for bribery allegations

    Jan 17, 2026
    in News
    Former DPK lawmaker’s ex-aide appears before police again for bribery allegations

    A former aide to ex-ruling party Rep. Kang Sun-woo appeared before police Saturday to undergo questioning for a second time…

    Question, Seoul
  • Learning Korea Without Korean

    Jan 17, 2026
    in News
    Learning Korea Without Korean

    More than once I’ve walked up to a counter in a coffee shop and seen the two people working there…

    coffee, Question
  • Korea to seek ‘optimal’ response in case of ruling against Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs: Seoul official

    Jan 15, 2026
    in News
    Korea to seek ‘optimal’ response in case of ruling against Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs: Seoul official

    Korea would seek an “optimal” response while watching other countries’ moves, should the U.S. Supreme Court rule against President Donald…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Question, Seoul, Stress
  • Is everyone mentally prepared for the BTS 2026 Tour bloodbath? 💀

    Jan 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    With the 2026 World Tour rumors getting stronger, I’m already stressed about ticketing. We all know it’s going to be…

    BTS, Question, Stress
  • Question: is DDDD25 still a thing? and does JYPE disband groups?

    Jan 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I saw two of the DDDD25 girls have been announced as members of INNIT’s (JYP subsidiary ent) latest duo, dodree.…

    Question
  • Borrowers frustrated over expanded debt relief for low-income earners

    Jan 13, 2026
    in News
    Borrowers frustrated over expanded debt relief for low-income earners

    When Seoul office worker Lee Jun-ho, 40, learned that some low-income borrowers could have debts of nearly 50 million won…

    BTS, Punishment, Question, Seoul
  • Honest question: is there any beef better than Hanwoo?

    Jan 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Honest question: is there any beef better than Hanwoo?

    https://preview.redd.it/9tvuslrdcxcg1.jpg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6b689d05014baa13a8f8ec237512e7c2d401cd6e In Korea, Hanwoo wins. Every time. submitted by /u/Syn-k_Wook [link] [comments]

    Question
  • ADA experience at concerts. What has been your experience?

    Jan 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I was just curious about others ADA experiences at concerts. I wanna know if I’m overthinkong on something regarding attending…

    Question
  • Question about pear in bulgogi/kalbi marinade

    Jan 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! Korean pear is easy to get since I live near multiple Hmarts, and Costco and Safeway sells them too.…

    LG, Parents, Question
  • Looking at the 3 it girls Suzy, Jennie, and Wonyoung makes me question “Korean beauty standards.” Is it even real or did international fans make it up?

    Jan 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I feel like anyone who is a kpop fan has definetly had a “Korean beauty standards” video pushed to them…

    Koreans, Question, Social Media
  • Dubu Jorim & Oi Kimchi & a Question

    Jan 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Dubu Jorim & Oi Kimchi & a Question

    I’m a newcomer to Korean food but have been working through a new cookbook from the library, Umma. I’m learning…

    Kimchi, Korean Food, Question
  • Spicy tofu soup recipe troubleshooting

    Jan 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello! Big fan of sundubu, I grew up in Cerritos/Orange County area in Southern California and we have a strong…

    Advice, Question
  • Where do you buy your lossless/Hi-Res K-Pop files? (Just curious about international habits)

    Jan 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been curious about how fans outside of Korea manage their high-quality digital music collections. I would love to hear…

    Advice, Japan, K-pop, Question
  • kpop stans and hybe derangement syndrome

    Jan 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    recently i came across an article on twitter posted by a gossip site, pannchoa. if you’re not familiar, they post…

    BTS, Celebrity, Discussion, Fame, Question
  • Would you hand your baby to your kpop idol

    Jan 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    This isn’t like a moral judgement question or anything but I did always find it a bit funny(?) when ppl…

    Celebrity, Question
  • KBBQ Home Setup Question

    Jan 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    KBBQ Home Setup Question

    My mom and brother got me this kbbq grill for Christmas, which is exciting because i love kbbq and have…

    Question
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Latest Korean News

  • Seoul Museum of Art to expand network to 8 branches, renovate main siteJanuary 28, 2026
    With its newest branch set to open this March in… Read more: Seoul Museum of Art to expand network to 8 branches, renovate main site
  • How memory shapes food at Singapore’s Michelin-starred restaurant MetaJanuary 28, 2026
    SINGAPORE — At Meta Restaurant, dinner begins before you recognize… Read more: How memory shapes food at Singapore’s Michelin-starred restaurant Meta
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    The government will push for state-supported industrial research and development… Read more: Gov’t to pursue industrial R&D centered on manufacturing AI, balanced growth
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    The number of babies born here rose at the fastest… Read more: Childbirths grow at fastest pace in 18 years on increased marriages
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    MILAN — News that a unit of U.S. Immigration and… Read more: US sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy

Latest Community Feeds

  • First time Korean fried chicken! Garlic soy and classic redJanuary 28, 2026
  • K-pop sold 86 million albums in 2025, a small decline from the previous yearJanuary 28, 2026
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  • I had a delicious dinner of biji-jjigae, bean sprout japchae, and cabbage tuna salad.January 28, 2026
  • A ‘sugar tax’ for health promotion raises concerns about across-the-board price increases for soft drinks and snacks···in the end, the burden on ordinary people may growJanuary 28, 2026
  • Black Eagles, first ROK Air Force aircraft to refuel in Japan… Japan says ‘Korea-Japan defense cooperation is important’January 28, 2026
  • What’s your favorite K-pop concept that you want to see more of?January 28, 2026
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  • What K-pop group songs are in your playlist even though you don’t really stan the group?January 28, 2026
  • [UPDATE] 33,000 views changed everything. We’re pivoting our K-Sauce design and we need your vote to get it right.January 28, 2026
  • Tried Making the Viral Dubai Chewy Cookie in Korea (Still Mid-Process, But It’s Fun)January 28, 2026
  • China begins relocating some West Sea structuresJanuary 28, 2026
  • what’s the REAL beef with stays and onces?January 28, 2026
  • Zotac warns component shortages threaten the ‘very survival’ of GPU manufacturers and distributors — message to Korean customers suggests that the worst could be yet to come. GPU vendors and distributors are feeling the AI pinch.January 28, 2026
  • Where 2 get daechang?January 27, 2026
  • Does anyone know how much Fans membership and Bubble support the group/members?January 27, 2026
  • South Korea’s Cabinet Approves Intel-Sharing Pact With CanadaJanuary 27, 2026
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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