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  • Jiwoo Hearts2Hearts Dating Advice To A Female Fan

    Jun 16, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    At Hearts2Hearts’ fansign event held on October 29, 2025 (KST), Jiwoo answers the fan’s question by saying, “Men who have…

    Advice, apology, netizens, Question
  • Are there any idols that exclusively or enjoy playing mainly Nintendo games?

    Jun 16, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I only know ILLIT’s Moka is pretty much exclusively a Nintendo gamer who loves Pokémon and Animal Crossing. She owns…

    Question
  • How has JYPE had so much more success with Stray Kids than their other boy groups?

    Jun 16, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    JYPE has a much stronger track record with girl groups than boy groups, with the sole exception of Stray Kids.…

    BTS, Japan, Question
  • One of My Favorite Things About I-DLE Is Their Message!

    Jun 15, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    One of the reasons I became such a big fan of I-DLE is their lyrics. ​ I-DLE often write about…

    LG, LGBTQ+, Question
  • what would be the roles of the sm groups in a family tree?

    Jun 15, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    just a random thought that came into my head thinking of how i perceived hearts2hearts as girls generations daughters, but…

    family, Question
  • How do you view ‘Separating the art from the artist’s in kpop?

    Jun 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    CW: Discussion of legal and moral controversies and adult-industry involvement. ​ Disclaimer: This topic is highly subjective and everyone’s view…

    Controversy, Discussion, Question, Scandal
  • Investigators to question election watchdog officials soon over local election ballot shortage

    Jun 14, 2026
    in News
    Investigators to question election watchdog officials soon over local election ballot shortage

    A joint team of police investigators and prosecutors will soon question election watchdog officials over shortages of ballot papers during…

    Question, Seoul
  • What would you have done better if you were HxG in this Manon situation?

    Jun 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I don’t know if this is the right sub for this convo. I tried posting this before in the katseye…

    Question
  • Iconic by Mistake Question: why do you think they gave Illit the “I am Iconic by Mistake” line everytime?

    Jun 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    It could have been interesting to see each groups take on that line especially since its the point of the…

    Question
  • Do you think SEVENTEEN already reached their career peak in 2023-2024?

    Jun 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been thinking about SEVENTEEN’s career lately, and I honestly can’t help but wonder if 2023–2024 will eventually be remembered…

    history, K-pop, Question
  • How high on the Circle Digital Chart does a song need to reach before you consider it a hit song?

    Jun 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I specify the Circle Digital Chart because I think it provides the best indication of a song’s popularity in Korea.…

    Question
  • What are the chances of Red Velvet having a proper tour after the comeback in August ?

    Jun 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I was and still mostly a 3rd Gen fan because I grew up with them, Twice, BP, RV, Mamamoo and…

    Question
  • 1 in 4 Korean high school students sleep in class: report

    Jun 12, 2026
    in News
    1 in 4 Korean high school students sleep in class: report

    Korean high school students have one of the lowest long-term absenteeism rates among OECD countries, but their actual classroom participation…

    Question, Survey
  • Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)

    Jun 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)

    I am documenting the last portion of the newspaper coverage of a high-profile world tour by a Nazi German newspaper…

    Ancient Korea, Busan, daegu, Daejeon, germany, Japan, Korean Cuisine, purpose, Question, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • Question about my Chapagetti

    Jun 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Y’all I got the rare craving of jjajang flavored ramen (hate beans but will eat bean flavored things if I…

    Question
  • Groups/Companies That Actually Have Good Promotion?

    Jun 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello Everyone, I have a question. It feels like for every comeback I hear, “this group isn’t being promoted well…

    Question
  • Curious if there are foreign idols not of Korean descent who have obtained permanent residency

    Jun 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Came across a video featuring 2PM members answering fan questions and Nichkhun mentioned that he has been in Korea for…

    Question
  • I really wonder why do we call AoA 2nd gen ?

    Jun 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    That’s really kinda a stupid question but it has been in my head since sometimes. We say Exo is 3rd…

    Question, Sex
  • Korea’s semiconductor future cannot be built on capital-centric thinking

    Jun 11, 2026
    in News
    Korea’s semiconductor future cannot be built on capital-centric thinking

    The debate over whether Korea’s leading semiconductor manufacturers should expand into the country’s southwestern region has exposed a deeper question…

    Controversy, Discussion, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, SK Hynix
  • Why does Boynextdoor seem so anxious lately?

    Jun 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So recently I’ve been seeing the boys talk about how desperate they are for this comeback, to the point where…

    Question
  • Golden Hour, Chapter Five:Bad Has Never Looked This Good

    Jun 9, 2026
    in Feeds
    Golden Hour, Chapter Five:Bad Has Never Looked This Good

    With their 14th mini album dropping June 26 and a black-and-red visual era that rewrites what dangerous beauty looks like…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Mystery, Photography, purpose, Question, Seoul
  • How do you feel about Afrobeats in K-pop?

    Jun 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello, Anyways i think it has come apparent that K-pop now uses lots of Afro beats. Think of “Smart” by…

    history, K-pop, Question
  • Rating* Every YG Idol Group Title Tracks (Or At Least My Best Try)

    Jun 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    RANKING DOCUMENT IS LINKED HERE. It is also linked below with more information. Please do not engage in fan-war behavior,…

    Ewha, Question, Stress
  • US Soldiers Arrested for Itaewon Assault

    Jun 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    US Soldiers Arrested for Itaewon Assault

    Four US soldiers stationed in South Korea were arrested by police for assaulting Korean men in Itaewon and later transferred…

    Military, Question, Seoul
  • BOYNEXTDOOR and the Meaning of HOME (Album Appreciation)

    Jun 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    BOYNEXTDOOR has just released their first studio album HOME! This album has been an incredible labor of love from the…

    family, Japan, K-pop, Parents, Perspectives, Question
  • I have some questions for the Dreamcatcher stans on this sub!

    Jun 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been meaning to dive deeper into their discography and wanted to hear from the fans directly. What’s your favorite…

    K-pop, Question
  • Are you a former K-pop hater? If so, which song/group/artist changed your mind and why?

    Jun 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been seeing some discourse recently from people who were formerly haters of K-pop but became fans after being exposed…

    K-pop, LG, Question
  • Such a relief to see idols show more of their true selves

    Jun 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    i just watched Giselle’s instagram livestream and it got me thinking: how different would the industry be if we could…

    K-pop, purpose, Question, Scandal
  • Kpop idol sightings help in Central Europe?

    Jun 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Which K-pop idols/groups are most likely to be in Central Europe (Slovenia, Austria, Croatia area) during June 21–28, 2026? I…

    K-pop, Question
  • How did Jhope improve his near perfect dancing? Random gushing for dancing in “Killin’ it Girl” by J-Hope

    Jun 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Ok, I am a huge BTS fan, but not as devoted as my more die hard Army. I have not…

    BTS, Question
  • newb question about boundaries + shipping culture

    Jun 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    forgive me if this isn’t the right place to post this but i wasn’t sure where to post! and please…

    purpose, Question, Sex
  • Cohesive mini album vs experimental full album

    Jun 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    It’s a good time for music right now in kpop. So here is a question: What do you prefer more:…

    Question
  • Investigators question Shincheonji sect leader over suspicious ties to opposition party

    Jun 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Investigators question Shincheonji sect leader over suspicious ties to opposition party

    submitted by /u/Tall-Independent-632 [link] [comments]

    Question
  • Let’s talk about GOALS. Is it true that Lisa does not have any control over the music assigned to her? A FAIR TAKE.

    Jun 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Fans keep saying that Lisa did not write GOALS and based on the songwriting credits, that is true. However, I…

    Discussion, KT, Question
  • LEMONADE – Sour, Sharp & Absolutely Unstoppable

    Jun 6, 2026
    in Feeds
    LEMONADE – Sour, Sharp & Absolutely Unstoppable

    MUSIC VIDEO FASHION EDITORIAL ✦ LEMONADE ERA ✦ AESPA 에스파 ✦ 2026 Four women. A wardrobe ripped from 1966 and…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Photography, Question, Warning
  • A quick survival guide to Seoul’s intense coffee chain culture

    Jun 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    A quick survival guide to Seoul’s intense coffee chain culture

    If you’re visiting Seoul soon, you’ll quickly notice the city runs on coffee. Over 100,000 cafés nationwide — and the…

    coffee, Koreans, myeongdong, Question, Seoul
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    PALU, Indonesia — A 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook part of… Read more: 6.7 magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia, causing scattered damage

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  • From a timing perspective, H2H couldn’t have asked for a better window with their comebackJune 16, 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