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  • To adjust ‘security with US, economy with China,’ S.Korea must first address this key question: Global Times editorial

    Aug 27, 2025
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    To adjust ‘security with US, economy with China,’ S.Korea must first address this key question: Global Times editorial

    submitted by /u/Fine-Cucumber8589 [link] [comments]

    Question
  • Being excited for comebacks and performances

    Aug 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    At one point, I see most people saying they’re not excited for comebacks or watching kpop performances anymore. Now don’t…

    Question
  • Twice in their 10th Year, should be doing what music they chose.

    Aug 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Just watched this video, Twice Hits Career-High on Billboard Hot 100 with “Strategy” and “Takedown”. For a couple weeks now,…

    K-pop, Question
  • Question about trump’s thoughts on comfort women

    Aug 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I am from China ( and yes, i know a lot of brothers and sisters dont like i come here)…

    history, Koreans, Question
  • Lee, Trump end first summit on cordial note, but questions remain

    Aug 26, 2025
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    Lee, Trump end first summit on cordial note, but questions remain

    South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung (left) shakes hands with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office after their…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Korean Semiconductor, Military, North Korea, Nvidia, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul
  • Questions about CORTIS and genre classification

    Aug 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    So, I’m new to K-pop, but I know what goes on since I’m involved in other K-pop fan-dominated fandoms like…

    K-pop, Question
  • Weird thing is Jeju

    Aug 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    So I went to Jeju with my girlfriend we’ve been dating for 2 years. She’s Korean and I’m American white…

    Jeju, Korean Guy, Question
  • ​A question about Jin’s role as the eldest member!

    Aug 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello everyone, I’ve been enjoying so much of BTS’s content and I’m really curious about the group’s dynamics. I know…

    Advice, BTS, Question
  • the current state of ai usage in kpop…

    Aug 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Over the past few comebacks I’ve seen from different groups, it feels like more and more companies are using AI-generated…

    Question
  • Getting told to get up from our table in a bar as white girls in Seoul

    Aug 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone, I had a question around tables at a bar (Waikiki in Itaewon). Me and my friend (both white…

    Question, Seoul
  • am I cultural appropriating?

    Aug 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I know the title is insane but it’s a genuine question for context I’m an American woman and I got…

    Question, travel
  • Pentagon as the header for this sub?????

    Aug 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Sorry if this is not the right way to ask this question, but why is Pentagon the header for this…

    Question
  • Korea to tighten stewardship code with workplace safety penalties; accident-prone firms remain wary

    Aug 20, 2025
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    Korea to tighten stewardship code with workplace safety penalties; accident-prone firms remain wary

    A construction site in Seoul South Korea is preparing sweeping changes to its stewardship code that will allow public pension…

    Blacklist, fail, Hyundai, Punishment, Question, Samsung, Seoul
  • First time kimchi questions

    Aug 19, 2025
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    First time kimchi questions

    So I’m making kimchi for the first time and I’m not too sure about some things, like: 1.Once I open…

    Kimchi, Question
  • NH gains most in Korea’s first-half IB league; Meritz emerges as fast-rising challenger

    Aug 19, 2025
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    NH gains most in Korea’s first-half IB league; Meritz emerges as fast-rising challenger

    NH Investment & Securities’ headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul South Korea’s investment banking hierarchy is in flux after the country’s leading…

    Korea Zinc, LG, LG CNS, Question, Samsung, Seoul
  • Guide For Buying Pokemon Cards In Korea

    Aug 18, 2025
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    I know this post is a bit older, but for anyone wondering, I decided to make this guide to help…

    Japan, Kakao, Naver, Question, Seoul, Shopping
  • Does anyone else remember/ question where the hype for the boy group TARGET went? Whatever happened?

    Aug 18, 2025
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    Truthfully I’m not even sure how many people remember TARGET or might even be aware of what I’m talking about,…

    Japan, KT, Military, Question, travel
  • ‘Act fast, or miss out’: Korean retail investors look to Wall Street debut stocks for hefty gains

    Aug 17, 2025
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    ‘Act fast, or miss out’: Korean retail investors look to Wall Street debut stocks for hefty gains

    Bullish, a cryptocurrency exchange operator, jumps 176% in its NYSE debut on Aug. 13, 2025 (Courtesy of Getty Images) When…

    Koreans, Naver, Nvidia, Question, Seoul
  • Question for fellow koreans

    Aug 16, 2025
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    I recently started watching Korean dramas, and I’ve noticed that the guys in these shows are portrayed as very gentleman-like.…

    Ewha, Korean Guy, Koreans, Question
  • Idols aren’t parents or responsible for you

    Aug 16, 2025
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    The responsibility for what one does or doesn’t do falls on each person and their immediate surroundings. No one should…

    Parents, Question
  • What are your LEAST favorite music videos?

    Aug 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve seen some posts asking about favorite music videos but I wanna know, what are your least favorite? Why are…

    Question
  • 노리개 (norigae) question

    Aug 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    노리개 (norigae) question

    Not sure if this is the right place to ask but I’m hoping one of you would know what is…

    Question
  • Looking for someone to ask about korean culture

    Aug 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello everyone, I am from İstanbul, Türkiye and recently I have been reading a lot of manhwas. I started to…

    Question
  • Question about SIM cards for my study abroad in South Korea

    Aug 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    For context, I am studying abroad this fall in Seoul and as I search around about SIM cards and eSIM…

    Advice, Question, Seoul, study
  • How skilled of a rapper is Jo Woochan of Allday Project compared to other Kpop main rappers?

    Aug 12, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve posed the question of their group subreddit before I just wanted a general opinion of the rapping game! I’m…

    Question
  • What makes a song sound good in English?

    Aug 12, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I grew up a HUGE vocaloid fan, and that included listening to a lot of youtaite English covers that were…

    Cheese, Japan, Question, Stress
  • So finally i’m a C1 English speaker🥹

    Aug 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I wanted to share this little accomplishment with you guys I truly still can’t believe it!!! I’m finally a C1…

    Question
  • It’s been confirmed that BLACKPINK will release MINI ALBUM 💀

    Aug 11, 2025
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    It’s official — BLACKPINK are set to release a mini album. 💀 Honestly, I’m in complete shock. Their last album…

    Question
  • Help identifying traditional Korean garment

    Aug 10, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Help identifying traditional Korean garment

    You guys have probably heard of KPOP Demon Hunters by now. I want to cosplay one of the villains from…

    history, Korean History, Koreans, Question
  • How realistic is it that North Korea will take the South in 100 years when the population difference will be too large?

    Aug 10, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve heard this too much, about how if South Korea doesn’t fix its demographics in 100 years, North Korea would…

    Demographics, North Korea, Question
  • what generation is HUNTR/X and Saja Boys? 4th or 5th?

    Aug 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    so we don’t exactly know when HUNTR/X debuted since the movie never really explained that. We can assume the Saja…

    Question
  • when did the imax tickets for yonsang park mall go on sale for oppenheimer in 2023

    Aug 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi im a potential tourist who wants to visit seoul while chris nolans next movie releases. Is there anyone who…

    Question, Seoul
  • The Xoul in Xnghan&Xoul is confusing and I have thoughts

    Aug 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m pretty chronically online so I’m somewhat aware of all the drama with RIIZE and Seunghan but only engaged with…

    Curiosity, Ewha, Question, Social Media
  • MARK’S 1999 – MOST TECHNICAL / MUSICALLY STRUCTURED Kpop Song Ever ? (question to MUSICIANS, SO NO CASUAL LISTENER ROOKIE TAKES PLEASE. thanks)

    Aug 8, 2025
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    AGAIN DISCLAIMER – *NO ROOKIE TAKES PLEASE, WANT TO START A MUSICAL DISCUSSION* BUT OF COURSE, POSITIVE THOUGHTS AND MORE…

    Discussion, Ewha, Question
  • Help! What’s the name of this?

    Aug 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Help! What’s the name of this?

    Hi all dumb question but I keep going to this Korean restaurant in my city and they have this (photo…

    Question
  • Samsung to make Apple chips in US

    Aug 7, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Samsung to make Apple chips in US

    Samsung’s chip plant in Austin, Texas (Courtesy of Samsung Electronics)  The global memory chip powerhouse Samsung Electronics Co. will produce…

    automotive, Donald Trump, Japan, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, SK Hynix, Social Media
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Latest Korean News

  • April K-drama showdown: IU, Kim Go-eun, Go Youn-jung go head-to-head in star-packed monthMarch 24, 2026
    Three of Korea’s most in-demand actresses — IU, Kim Go-eun… Read more: April K-drama showdown: IU, Kim Go-eun, Go Youn-jung go head-to-head in star-packed month
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    Tuberculosis cases in Korea fell for the 14th consecutive year… Read more: Tuberculosis cases hit record high among elderly despite overall decline
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    The 2026 edition of the Korea Public Procurement Expo (KOPPEX)… Read more: Korea Public Procurement Expo to support SMEs’ overseas ventures
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    The Institute of Information & Communications Technology Planning & Evaluation… Read more: IITP publishes MWC 2026 technical review
  • Ukraine pledges to consider non-refoulement for detained N. Korean soldiers: civic groupMarch 24, 2026
    The Ukrainian government has affirmed that it will consider the… Read more: Ukraine pledges to consider non-refoulement for detained N. Korean soldiers: civic group

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  • BTOB revealed Cube planned to disband them in 2015, on their 3rd year. Cube gave them one final comeback and allowed them creative freedom, so BTOB chose to do a ballad as the title track. That ballad was It’s Okay, it reached #1 in Korean charts, saving them & starting BTOB’s rise as healing-dolsMarch 23, 2026
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  • Why do people say K-pop sounds “too Black” when hip-hop and rap are already major global genres. What do they expect it to sound like instead?March 23, 2026
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  • If you were to fall in love, which song would you want it to sound like???March 23, 2026
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  • Vietnamese trio caught setting up ecstasy lab in Korea after learning how to make it via ChatGPTMarch 23, 2026
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  • Why do groups always sound so plain/flavourless whenever they cover a song?March 22, 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