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  • Where would the prince sit?

    Apr 13, 2025
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    Where would the prince sit?

    I would post this in the AskKorean subreddit but unfortunately they don’t allow pictures to be attached to posts. So…

    Question
  • Who’s a group/idol you learned so much about in so little time, people would think you were a fan of them longer than you actually have been?

    Apr 13, 2025
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    A few years ago, maybe 2022-ish or whatever, I was watching a TikTok of one of my favorite K-pop accounts.…

    K-pop, KT, Question
  • How to find what a building sold for? Specifically in Yangjae-dong

    Apr 11, 2025
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    If this isn’t the best sub, please direct me as to where to go, but I’m researching a company currently…

    Question
  • K-eta question

    Apr 10, 2025
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    Hi everyone, my husband and I are travelling to Korea for a week. We are Canadian citizens, and have been…

    Question, travel
  • S.Korea’s Han, Trump discuss transactional diplomacy in 1st direct talks

    Apr 9, 2025
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    S.Korea’s Han, Trump discuss transactional diplomacy in 1st direct talks

    Acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo holds a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump at his office in…

    Donald Trump, Japan, martial law, North Korea, Pyongyang, Question, Seoul, Social Media
  • When you stop supporting someone what do you actually do

    Apr 8, 2025
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    Saw this post and got me interested to know everyone’s takes as i think it can look very different. The…

    Question
  • Stay liquid, be selective; look outside US tech, says TCW CEO

    Apr 8, 2025
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    Stay liquid, be selective; look outside US tech, says TCW CEO

    Katie Koch, chief executive of TCW, speaks during a recent interview with The Korea Economic Daily Global financial markets are…

    germany, Question
  • Lee Dong-wook, a good man

    Apr 7, 2025
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    Lee Dong-wook, a good man

    I wasn’t sure which sub to post in, so I hope here is suitable 🙂 My questions are: To what…

    Democracy, Koreans, netizens, Question
  • Less spicy kimchi jjigae?

    Apr 7, 2025
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    Is there a way to make kimchi jjigae less spicy? My husband swears it’s too spicy, but likes the flavor.…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Question
  • Yet another romanization proposal for Korean

    Apr 7, 2025
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    Yet another romanization proposal for Korean

    https://preview.redd.it/vai9nm8jmdte1.png?width=1287&format=png&auto=webp&s=ed25337235beed12bccc12baa4ee441bd29dd091 Here is my personal proposal for a new romanization system for Korean. So unless you have been living under…

    family, Question
  • Welcome to r/korea!

    Apr 5, 2025
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    This subreddit is dedicated to discussions about Korea, covering topics such as news, culture, history, politics, and societal issues. Whether…

    Busan, Discussion, history, Kakao, Korean Art, Korean Language, Military, Politics, Question, request, Seoul, Shopping, travel
  • Full text of the Constitutional Court’s reading of the verdict on Yoon’s impeachment/removal

    Apr 5, 2025
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    Below is an AI translation of the reading of the verdict, followed by the original Korean text. Thanks to u/Lazy-Bicycle8741…

    Democracy, Discussion, fail, history, Justice, Lawmakers, LG, martial law, Military, Politics, purpose, Question, request, Warning
  • 2025 South Korean Presidential Election

    Apr 4, 2025
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    This megathread is for community discussions about the upcoming 2025 South Korean presidential election. On December 3, 2024, former President…

    Discussion, fail, martial law, Military, Protest, Question
  • Are there any editors here? I need to ask some question especially for tiktok editors

    Apr 4, 2025
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    So I would like to start an account for editing kpop & kdrama since I’ve been feeling burn out &…

    Advice, KT, Question
  • Thoughts on HYBEAMERICA × AU audition trailer

    Apr 4, 2025
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    After watching the trailer on YouTube, I had a lot of thoughts and was curious to know what other people…

    Discussion, Question
  • Is it possible for a foreign fan to go to an fanmeeting?

    Apr 3, 2025
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    Hello, yesterday before sleep I was just wondering if it is possible for a foreign fan to go to a…

    Question
  • Samsung, LG reconsider Vietnam strategies as Trump slaps steeper tariffs

    Apr 3, 2025
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    Samsung, LG reconsider Vietnam strategies as Trump slaps steeper tariffs

    US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C. on…

    Donald Trump, Hyundai, Japan, Kia, LG, LG Electronics, Question, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Honest question. Would anyone care about their favorite kpop idols/groups if they weren’t ridiculously attractive?

    Apr 2, 2025
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    People always seem to claim they “Stan” these idols for their talents, but the hyperfixiation on beauty that I see…

    Discussion, Question
  • WINNER’s Mino admits to neglecting duties as social service worker

    Mar 31, 2025
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    In December 2024, just before his scheduled discharge, a report came out alleging that Mino frequently skipped work, showed up…

    Military, purpose, Question
  • Just a question, why do Kep1er only seem to do covers?

    Mar 31, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m sorry if anyone’s mad, but I haven’t seen any songs by them(they may have songs, I’m not saying they…

    Question
  • [Korea University] Few questions regarding Korean foods

    Mar 29, 2025
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    I’m part of the university business school’s student society for business strategies. Apologies for making similar posts back to back,…

    Korean Food, Question, Survey
  • questions about the role of kpop leaders

    Mar 29, 2025
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    hello everyone i wanted to ask a bit about kpop leaders. i am slowly getting into kpop and currently i…

    Question
  • SoftBank-backed Yanolja raises stake in Modetour as No. 2 shareholder

    Mar 27, 2025
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    SoftBank-backed Yanolja raises stake in Modetour as No. 2 shareholder

    Yanolja is Korea’s top travel platform South Korea’s top travel and accommodation booking platform operator Yanolja Co. has increased its…

    family, purpose, Question, Shopping, travel
  • What K-pop scandals do you wish you could’ve been a fly on the wall for?

    Mar 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I am an extremely nosy person, and nothing drives me up the wall more than K-pop scandals that are so…

    K-pop, Question, Scandal
  • Naver to build sovereign AI, says founder Lee after return

    Mar 26, 2025
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    Naver to build sovereign AI, says founder Lee after return

    Lee Hae-jin, Naver’s board chair and founder, speaks to reporters after Naver’s annual shareholders’ meeting on March 26, 2025 (Courtesy…

    driver, Naver, Nvidia, Question, Seoul, Shopping, Stress
  • Dual Citizenship/Korean Citizenship Question

    Mar 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    okay this probably seems like a silly question but i thought someone might’ve gone through the same thing so i…

    Question, study
  • I’ll never understand the korean conservative’s view, are there any like that in other countries?

    Mar 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    We can all have different political views and reasons to support certain politicians that’s not new, especially in a democratic…

    Democracy, history, Joseon, Lawmakers, Peace, Protest, Question
  • Anyone in Daejeon? Let’s meetup 🙂

    Mar 25, 2025
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    Hi everyone! 😊 I started an English board game club called CODENAME [코드네임], and I’d love for you to join…

    Daejeon, Koreans, Question
  • New GNI date — F5 questions and advice.

    Mar 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    GNI is indeed changing 4/1/25 to 4995만 5천원. Source: Korean and English reps at 1345 and the QnA on HiKorea.…

    Advice, Question
  • Countries are more than regimes

    Mar 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I follow a Russian vlogger who visited North Korea last year and on one of her North Korea reels someone…

    Curiosity, history, North Korea, Politics, purpose, Question
  • How 60s Trot music represented the innermost feelings of the post-war Korean society – a lyrical analysis

    Mar 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I have not posted in a really long time- and I don’t know if this was worth the wait. But…

    family, history, Japan, Korean War, North Korea, Peace, Question, Stress
  • Weekly Question, General Discussion, and Meetup Thread

    Mar 22, 2025
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    Please use this thread for any questions about common topics like travel, education, employment, immigration, military service, and any other…

    Discussion, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • Rice cake?

    Mar 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m not Sure if this is the place to ask this question but yesterday I bought rice cakes from h…

    Question
  • Risk of traveling from the US?

    Mar 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m traveling to Korea soon for both my wife’s family and vacation reasons. My dad will also be traveling there…

    family, Military, Question, travel
  • A question for (ex-)fans of Jung Joon Young: How did you process the revelations about his crimes

    Mar 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    TW: sexual violence Hey everyone, I’m currently working on a paper for university. It’s for a seminar about fans and…

    Crime, K-pop, purpose, Question, Sex, study
  • Question about the university

    Mar 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello, I am a foreigner (colombia) and I would like to know how is the university education in korea. My…

    Korean War, 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