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  • So apparently New from The Boyz claims the other members didn’t tell him they were filing the lawsuit

    May 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The Boyz just had their “reunion” concert, the last show they agreed to do despite the suspension of their contracts…

    Discussion, Question
  • Protestant vs Cults in SK

    May 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Oddly specific question, but I was raised in a specific Protestant denomination that’s considered by many to be a high…

    Koreans, Protest, Question
  • Korea’s Labor Day gets a name change, but who counts as a worker?

    May 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Korea’s Labor Day gets a name change, but who counts as a worker?

    South Korea will mark its first Labor Day on Friday, ending more than six decades in which the May 1…

    Japan, Joseon, Koreans, Question
  • Drug supplier to notorious drug kingpin Park Wang-yeol repatriated from Thailand

    May 1, 2026
    in News
    Drug supplier to notorious drug kingpin Park Wang-yeol repatriated from Thailand

    A key drug supplier linked to infamous trafficker Park Wang-yeol was repatriated from Thailand, Friday, to face investigation and possible…

    Question, Seoul
  • Something I’ve always wondered about dance challenges…

    May 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    How does the other idol learn the dance to the song that isn’t theirs? For example, when Kazuha danced to…

    Question
  • Just being “pretty good” at a second language is still very impressive & it’s okay if your fave is not truly fluent

    Apr 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    This is more of an observation than anything but I feel like a lot of fans will say that their…

    language learning, Question
  • Pop-up store question! (First time going to a pop-up store)

    Apr 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    (please don’t mind if my questions are obvious, i don’t have much knowledge about events and I’m still getting into…

    Question
  • IT WAS NEVER OVER: I.O.I IS BACK AND THE LOOP HAS FINALLY CLOSED

    Apr 28, 2026
    in Feeds
    IT WAS NEVER OVER: I.O.I IS BACK AND THE LOOP HAS FINALLY CLOSED

    The Moment the Room Stood Still There’s a specific kind of silence that falls right before a fandom collectively loses…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Photography, purpose, Question, Seoul, Teenager, Warning
  • Getting a driver’s license in just 1 month

    Apr 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Getting a driver’s license in just 1 month

    Hi everyone! I’m an international student living in Seoul, and I recently got my Korean driver’s license in less than…

    driver, Question, Seoul, Stress
  • why do people assume every k pop game has to be about dancing?

    Apr 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    serious question why does k pop automatically = rhythm game? the culture is bigger than dancing. there is fashion. lore.…

    Question
  • Why nationality is more than a personal choice in South Korea

    Apr 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Why nationality is more than a personal choice in South Korea

    Should a man whose wife is American and whose two children hold British citizenship lead South Korea’s monetary policy? This…

    family, Korean Military, Koreans, Lawmakers, Military, North Korea, Question, study
  • 2026 Korean SAT Math Problem: 3.3% Correct answer rate

    Apr 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    2026 Korean SAT Math Problem: 3.3% Correct answer rate

    This question had the third-highest error rate in the 2026 CSAT Mathematics exam and is what we call a ‘Killer…

    Question
  • Is it possible to be a k pop fan without thinking the members are all fucking each other?

    Apr 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Am i the only one? Like i can’t tell if my k pop friend groups i have found really think…

    Question
  • Seeing how amazingly well Enhypen’s Blood Saga tour is selling makes me feel reassured that the future will continue to be bright for them

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Today, Enhypen sold out a Brazilian stadium concert, with over 35,000 tickets sold in less than 40 minutes. They also…

    BTS, Peace, Question
  • Seeing how amazingly well Enhypen’s Blood Saga tour is selling makes me feel reassured that their future will continue to be bright for them

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Today, Enhypen sold out a Brazilian stadium concert, with over 35,000 tickets sold in less than 40 minutes. They also…

    BTS, Peace, Question
  • Born to Voyage: Xdinary Heroes Rewrite the Stars

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Feeds
    Born to Voyage: Xdinary Heroes Rewrite the Stars

    Xdinary Heroes crash into 2026 with their boldest era yet — and the world is finally listening Somewhere between a…

    Japan, K-pop, Question, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • Were any idols ever asked such questions during interviews?

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    My question: Were any idols ever asked such questions during interviews? So, I watched an old video of B.A.P in…

    Democracy, Question
  • Once taboo, now on view: Seoul debuts major queer art exhibition

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Once taboo, now on view: Seoul debuts major queer art exhibition

    In Korea, queer culture is still often treated as a social taboo, remaining mostly at the margins of public discourse.…

    Celebrity, fail, history, LG, LGBTQ+, Perspectives, Question, Seoul, Sex
  • Eyes Wide Open: Anna of MEOVV Is Fashion’s Newest Obsession – Part 2

    Apr 22, 2026
    in Feeds
    Eyes Wide Open: Anna of MEOVV Is Fashion’s Newest Obsession – Part 2

    “Chloé has always stood for a sense of freedom, authenticity, and effortless beauty that resonates deeply with me.” — Anna,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, Mystery, Photography, purpose, Question, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Am I alone in wishing that KPOP idols were more involved in the creative process of music?

    Apr 22, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Please keep in mind that I haven’t gotten into any boygroups yet so I can only use examples from what…

    Houston, Question
  • Xiaojun: The Voice That Rewrites the Rules

    Apr 21, 2026
    in Feeds
    Xiaojun: The Voice That Rewrites the Rules

    Xiaojun steps out of the wings and into the light — armed with a voice that bends time, a style…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Question
  • Finance minister says Korean won stabilizing against dollar, hopes for alignment with market expectations

    Apr 18, 2026
    in News
    Finance minister says Korean won stabilizing against dollar, hopes for alignment with market expectations

    Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Friday that the Korean won has been stabilizing against the U.S. dollar following its depreciation…

    Question
  • Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as US maintains its blockade

    Apr 18, 2026
    in News
    Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as US maintains its blockade

    BEIRUT (AP) — Iran said it fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial vessels, but questions lingered Saturday about…

    Donald Trump, Question
  • Help with Cuckoo IH Twin Pressure Cooker

    Apr 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Help with Cuckoo IH Twin Pressure Cooker

    Hi there. I recently purchased a CUCKOO 6-Cup IH Twin Pressure Prestige Silence Lumin (CRP-OHTR0609FW) and I have a question.…

    Advice, Question
  • Question On The Group ShiNee and Jonghyun

    Apr 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! I been on kpop tiktok a lot lately and was just wondering for the bg ShiNee if they have…

    KT, Question
  • Educational question regarding kpop idols

    Apr 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    ​ What is the educational level from most idols? Since most started training very young, does that mean they only…

    fail, Korean Language, Question
  • Sacrificial Class during Silla Dynasty.

    Apr 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    About 1,500 years ago, in what is now South Korea, a gruesome practice known as ‘sunjang’ dictated that servants, retainers,…

    Ancient Korea, family, Goguryeo, Parents, Question, Silla, study
  • Norwegian mother writes book to answer son’s questions about his adoption from Korea

    Apr 11, 2026
    in News
    Norwegian mother writes book to answer son’s questions about his adoption from Korea

    A couple uneasily entered a pediatrics ward in Bergen, Norway, holding their young son in December 1998. At the reception…

    family, Parents, Question, travel
  • A war without exit, a world without anchor

    Apr 5, 2026
    in News
    A war without exit, a world without anchor

    The scene from U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent Cabinet meeting revealed more than was intended. His remarks drifted between escalation…

    Donald Trump, Question
  • I ate Korean fruit for a full year and the seasonal differences are insane — here’s what to eat every month (with prices)

    Apr 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I ate Korean fruit for a full year and the seasonal differences are insane — here’s what to eat every month (with prices)

    https://preview.redd.it/v04hi66555tg1.jpg?width=5504&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b6f58f816261dc9d351e2e9ff94b4fab900daaa0 I kept hearing that Korean fruit is expensive and honestly? It is. But once I understood the seasonal system…

    Jeju, Koreans, Naver, Question, Seoul
  • Has the Manon situation been made weird by the fans?

    Apr 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    THE POST IS A QUESTION!!!!!!! I don’t know what to say tbh, to me it looks like a PR stunt,…

    Controversy, Question
  • I have a question about the Kpop community

    Mar 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’d consider myself a fan of Kpop, I just got into it though after listening to stray kids and then…

    Question
  • Question for Canadian/American Koreans

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    What sorts of snacks, drinks, etc. do you love but don’t really see in Asian grocery stores. Super curious if…

    Koreans, Question
  • Making gluten free gochujang?

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello! About a year ago my mom was diagnosed with celiacs disease and since then it’s been a bit expensive…

    Question
  • What popular 2nd and 3rd gen kpop group, that if they debut in 5th gen, would still be popular and why?

    Mar 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Ok so we have TVXQ, Super Junior, BigBang, SNSD, 2PM, Wonder Girl, SHINee, 2ne1, Miss A, Sistar, Infinite, Beast, Exo,…

    BTS, Question
  • do you think you actually know your faves well or do you just think you do

    Mar 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    i’ve been doing fan made quizzes on kpopquiz.org and getting genuinely humbled ㅠㅠ Like, got 43% on the seventeen one…

    BTS, Question
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Latest Korean News

  • Fetus dies after 29-week pregnant woman transferred from Cheongju to Busan amid hospital search delaysMay 2, 2026
    A 29-week pregnant woman in Cheongju was forced to wait… Read more: Fetus dies after 29-week pregnant woman transferred from Cheongju to Busan amid hospital search delays
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    Two decades ago, as I packed my bags to come… Read more: Why are there ‘two’ Koreas?
  • ‘Dated the CEO to become central star?’ Ex-K-pop idol Hyogyeong lifts lid on industry’s dark sideMay 2, 2026
    A former K-pop idol is drawing attention online after sharing… Read more: ‘Dated the CEO to become central star?’ Ex-K-pop idol Hyogyeong lifts lid on industry’s dark side
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    WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he… Read more: Trump to raise EU auto tariffs to 25%, citing noncompliance
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    A French nun was violently assaulted in Jerusalem, in the… Read more: Nun attacked in Jerusalem as anti-Christian hate crimes raise alarm in Israel

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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