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  • What percentage of gooners would you say are actually legitimate kpop stans who would financially support a group?

    Sep 22, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So on twitter you have knsfw pages who are entirely dedicated to sexualizing idols and being weird to them, including…

    Question, Sex
  • Korean dramas put successful parents on trial

    Sep 19, 2026
    in News

    “Why aren’t they turning them on, the police lights?” Actor Kim Hye-soo put the question to the production team during…

    Coupang, Parents, Question, squid game, Teenager
  • which group is each company’s current biggest money maker?

    Sep 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’d say for JYPE, its Stray Kids. They sell a lot of albums and their tours are always crazy. They…

    BTS, Question
  • Unchild’s (High Up second group and only act besides STAYC) comeback was suddenly postponed and the group has completely disappeared ever since

    Sep 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    On April 21, High Up Entertainment (STAYC’s company) debuted a new group called Unchild with their debut single, We Are…

    K-pop, KT, Question, Social Media
  • Busan Port Shortage Stalls Foreign Warship MRO

    Sep 18, 2026
    in News

    On Feb. 4, the U.S. Army 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command in Korea disclosed the arrival of essential equipment for the…

    Busan, Discussion, Military, purpose, Question, request, study
  • Question about Blackpink and Kpop_uncensored sub

    Sep 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I posted Rosé’s music video for her new song New Trick on the kpop_uncensored sub and it was put on…

    Question
  • Do fans set K-pop groups to higher standards when it comes to international success outside of Asia?

    Sep 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    A few days ago, I had posted about international award shows, their criteria, and the lack of K-pop groups not…

    BTS, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question
  • Iran hesitates to enforce headscarf rules amid war, economic pressures

    Sep 16, 2026
    in News

    Women sit at outdoor cafes without headscarves and wearing crop tops. Men in shorts and women in leggings exercise together…

    Peace, Protest, Question, Social Media
  • Question for K-pop stans who also are fans of Hannah Montana (or at least understand the premise of the show) 👀

    Sep 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Just curious! In a hypothetical scenario, if the Hannah Montana universe were real, which idols would you think would fall…

    Celebrity, K-pop, Question
  • Some Questions/Thoughts on ILLIT and their standing

    Sep 11, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Long post ahead, sorry in advance! I’m a relatively new kpop fan who’s favourite group as of late is ILLIT…

    Discussion, Japan, Korean Art, Question, Social Media
  • Guys, cancel me for this…because it’s such a stupid question…but a random kpop thought

    Sep 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    But do Idols have baby fever??? 🫠🥲 As a girl who gets RAGING hormonal baby fever right before I get…

    Question
  • How is JYP going to handle Stray Kids’ eventual military enlistment period?

    Sep 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Stray Kids, like other K-pop boy groups, will eventually have to deal with military enlistments. Looking at the members’ ages,…

    K-pop, Military, Question
  • What is a “mid-tier” group actually? How do people decide?

    Sep 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Now I know some people don’t care about this weird tier assignment that some Kpop stans assign to groups but…

    BTS, K-pop, Question
  • I think that fans put too many expectations on K-pop groups when it comes to them not achieving the global success of BTS and Blackpink.

    Sep 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Disclaimer: I understand that fans want their groups to be successful when it comes to achieving popularity both domestically and…

    BTS, Discussion, Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question
  • I’ve been having extremely difficult time.. has anyone been a victim of violence by US military?(TW: violence, abuse)

    Sep 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Please be kind as I am fragile rn. Like no mean comments please I’ve been a victim of multiple crimes…

    Crime, Justice, Medical, Military, Question
  • What do you think the reaction would be if CBX did return to EXO?

    Sep 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m not trying to start drama here, so please may we keep this civil. This is just a question/discussion about…

    Discussion, Peace, Question
  • How ‘The Odyssey’ hit box office milestone in Korea

    Sep 8, 2026
    in News

    Director Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” surpassed 10 million tickets sold on Sunday, just 33 days after its release in Korea,…

    Question
  • Kpop Girl Group Global Tours have really hit peak yet or it has more ability to expand. It has really come far from early years?

    Sep 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    It was already started by Goat JYPapi who had dream that Kpop Girl Groups can succeed in West and Wonder…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Question, Tokyo
  • Judge scores are easily the most questionable part of K-pop award shows

    Sep 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    There are so many award shows in K-pop and I feel like the judging scores, or the judging criteria in…

    K-pop, Question
  • GPT-6 Astra aces Korean college entrance exam

    Sep 7, 2026
    in News

    An analysis showed OpenAI’s new artificial intelligence (AI) model earned a perfect score on the College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)…

    history, Korean History, Korean Language, Question
  • I cant stand kpop fans attacking you for literally sharing ur own thoughts

    Sep 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    You can literally be stating facts, or constructive criticism about how a idol needs to work more to improve and…

    Question
  • GPT-6 Astra aces Korean college entrance exam

    Sep 7, 2026
    in News

    An analysis showed OpenAI’s new artificial intelligence (AI) model earned a perfect score on the College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)…

    history, Korean History, Korean Language, Question
  • BIGBANG’s New Peak and Thoughts on the Cosmos Tour

    Sep 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been seeing a lot of comparisons about BIGBANG and currently active K-pop artists touring. There’s talk about the choice…

    Controversy, driver, family, Japan, K-pop, LG, Question
  • Is it worth it to go to a BOYNEXTDOOR concert? ONEDOORs, opinions, please!

    Sep 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    hello fellow kpop stans! my mom recently asked me if i wanted to go to a BOYNEXTDOOR concert in LA,…

    Advice, Question
  • Anyone else think parasocial isn’t the right word?

    Sep 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Don’t get me wrong, I don’t think that the relationships we have with idols are always healthy, but I’m not…

    BTS, Celebrity, Question
  • Lee’s inclusive Cabinet: Right idea, wrong people

    Sep 6, 2026
    in News

    There is a Korean saying that reminds leaders of the importance of putting the right people in the right positions:…

    Justice, Question, request
  • Recette Kimchi,

    Sep 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Alors voila, je suis française, et avec mon copain, on adore le kimchi, on l’achète déjà tout fait. Je suis…

    Kimchi, Question
  • Why almost every idol have smaller breasts?

    Sep 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Maybe this is a stupid question but I always thought about asking this and never did out of fear lol.…

    Question
  • Students too shy or not interested ?

    Sep 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I had a wargame at ROKNA recently and the Korean students didn’t seem that implicated in the exercises with very…

    Military, Question
  • Which 5th gen girl group could successfully sing ‘Day By Day’ by Girls’ Generation?

    Sep 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Serious question as I don’t really keep up with K-Pop these days. I was on the train the other day…

    K-pop, Question
  • What exactly is Lisa trying to be as a solo artist?

    Sep 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been a BLINK for years, but now that I’m looking at the members beyond BLACKPINK, I keep coming back…

    Celebrity, Fame, K-pop, Question
  • Which kpop acts will we see at Coachella this year?

    Sep 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Streets are saying BTS is being strongly predicted to headline Coachella 2027. The festival usually has 3-4 kpop or kpop-adjacent…

    BTS, history, Question
  • Are 5th gen idols actually getting weaker vocally?

    Sep 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Les idoles de la 5ème génération deviennent-elles vraiment plus faibles vocalement ? Je me demande si les compétences vocales deviennent…

    K-pop, Question
  • Does separating the art from the artists works for you sometimes?

    Sep 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    It is so secret that a lot of people in this world tend to consume music that were/are released by…

    Blacklist, Controversy, K-pop, K-pop industry, Question, Scandal
  • Coupang dispute fuels new U.S. tariff pressure on South Korea

    Sep 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Coupang dispute fuels new U.S. tariff pressure on South Korea

    Seriously, to most Koreans, including the Korean government, Coupang was always considered a Korean company. They were shocked to ask,…

    Coupang, Koreans, Nvidia, Question
  • Why did tvn (or anyone) choose King Cheoljong to depict in Mr. Queen?

    Sep 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Why did tvn (or anyone) choose King Cheoljong to depict in Mr. Queen?

    I’m now a fan of Mr. Queen. Currently finished binge watching it. I had many questions but the question above…

    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