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  • MEOVV Sooin and Bottega Veneta Redefine Modern Cool in Arena Homme+ Korea’s February 2026 Cover

    Jan 9, 2026
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    MEOVV Sooin and Bottega Veneta Redefine Modern Cool in Arena Homme+ Korea’s February 2026 Cover

    Photo Credits: Arena Homme+ Korea – Bottega Veneta – The Black Label MEOVV Sooin x Bottega Veneta: The Art of…

    BTS, LG, Seoul
  • The Korean flavor winning over New York

    Jan 9, 2026
    in News
    The Korean flavor winning over New York

    “I became interested after seeing actor Lee Kwang-soo on a variety show. In Japan it is even introduced as a…

    Japan, K-pop, k-pop merchandise, Korean Cuisine, Seoul, Soju
  • 22nd National Assembly: Widening Ideological Gap Between Major Parties… Even “Hardline” Image Members are Moderate | 22대 국회, 더 벌어진 거대 양당 이념성향···이미지만 ‘강성’인 온건파도

    Jan 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Measurements of ideology scores based on the voting records of National Assembly members reveal that polarization is intensifying, with the…

    Busan, daegu, Inheritance Tax, Justice, Lawmakers, martial law, request, Seoul
  • What name is it this time? People’s Power Party slammed for yet another name change as “fake shutdown” | 이번엔 또 어떤 이름? 또 간판 바꾸는 국힘 “위장폐업” 비판

    Jan 8, 2026
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    What name is it this time? People’s Power Party slammed for yet another name change as “fake shutdown” | 이번엔 또 어떤 이름? 또 간판 바꾸는 국힘 “위장폐업” 비판

    The People Power Party, which has failed to properly reform itself after the December 3 insurrection crisis, has decided to…

    Controversy, Crime, fail, Justice, martial law, Seoul
  • Seoul photos (very beginner)

    Jan 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Seoul photos (very beginner)

    Thank you all submitted by /u/Vonfreedive_korea [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Seoul National University Extends 18-Year Tuition Freeze

    Jan 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/Venetian_Gothic [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Winter’s AHC Pro-Shot: Ethereal Glow in Winter’s Eternal Youth Campaign

    Jan 7, 2026
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    Winter’s AHC Pro-Shot: Ethereal Glow in Winter’s Eternal Youth Campaign

    Photo Credits: AHC Beauty – SM Entertainment – aespa’s Winter, the K-pop siren with porcelain poise, steps into the spotlight…

    BTS, Celebrity, Japan, K-pop, LG, Naver, Seoul
  • KOSPI Surpasses 4,600 Intraday, but Stock Market Polarization Accelerates

    Jan 7, 2026
    in News
    KOSPI Surpasses 4,600 Intraday, but Stock Market Polarization Accelerates

    The intraday KOSPI index is displayed on the status board at Hana Bank’s dealing room in Jung-gu, Seoul, on January…

    CJ Cheiljedang, LG, Lotte, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, Shopping, SK Hynix
  • Lee signals ‘new phase’ in South Korea-China ties, Xi calls to stand on ‘right side’ of history

    Jan 7, 2026
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    Lee signals ‘new phase’ in South Korea-China ties, Xi calls to stand on ‘right side’ of history

    BEIJING — President Lee Jae Myung said this year will see the “full restoration” of relations between South Korea and…

    China Relation, Donald Trump, history, Japan, KT, Military, North Korea, Peace, Seoul, Stress, Tourism
  • I became a producer in the Korean K-Drama Entertainment iIndustry

    Jan 6, 2026
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    I became a producer in the Korean K-Drama Entertainment iIndustry

    In 2008 I sold everything I had and flew to Seoul on a whim that soon Korea would be producing…

    family, K-drama, Seoul, travel
  • Stray Kids, Jennie of BLACKPINK, and KATSEYE to Headline Governors Ball 2026 in New York: Dates, Lineup, and How to Get There

    Jan 6, 2026
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    Stray Kids, Jennie of BLACKPINK, and KATSEYE to Headline Governors Ball 2026 in New York: Dates, Lineup, and How to Get There

    Hero Image of Kateye: Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP – HYBE – Geffen Records – New York City is gearing up for an…

    BTS, history, Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Subway
  • Homemade Korean dinner tonight!

    Jan 6, 2026
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    Homemade Korean dinner tonight!

    submitted by /u/seoulpeachnabi [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • US voices ‘significant concerns’ about new Korean regulations on digital platforms

    Jan 4, 2026
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    US voices ‘significant concerns’ about new Korean regulations on digital platforms

    The US Department of State expressed “significant concerns” about South Korea’s recent passage of a revision to a law aimed…

    purpose, request, Seoul
  • Korean Companies Entering Japan Hit ‘All-Time High Amid US-China Rivalry

    Jan 3, 2026
    in News
    Korean Companies Entering Japan Hit ‘All-Time High Amid US-China Rivalry

    Economic contact points between South Korea and Japan are expanding, ranging from consumer goods to semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI)…

    CJ Cheiljedang, Global Expansion, history, Japan, K-pop, Kakao, Korea Development, Seoul, Survey, Tokyo
  • The 100 most streamed kpop songs released in 2025 by label on Spotify

    Jan 2, 2026
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    Now that 2025 is finally over, I decided to do the top 100 most streamed kpop songs released by label…

    BTS, Kakao, Seoul
  • 1 dead, 9 injured as taxi veers onto sidewalk in downtown Seoul

    Jan 2, 2026
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    1 dead, 9 injured as taxi veers onto sidewalk in downtown Seoul

    submitted by /u/yellister [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • I’m planning to visit Seoul sometime this year — what places to eat would you personally rate highly and why?

    Jan 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Not just famous or hyped spots, but places you’d genuinely go back to. Could be because of taste, price, portion…

    Seoul
  • MAPS Japan 2025 Winter Issue: A Bold Milestone in K-pop’s Creative Frontier, Capturing Maps Japan’s Vision, Digital-First Design

    Jan 1, 2026
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    MAPS Japan 2025 Winter Issue: A Bold Milestone in K-pop’s Creative Frontier, Capturing Maps Japan’s Vision, Digital-First Design

    Photo Credits: MAPS Japan Universal Music Korea A Digital Cover That BreathesIn the 2025 Winter Issue, SAAY stars on MAPS…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul
  • JENNIE of BLACKPINK on V Magazine’s V158 Spring Preview 2026: Milestones, Mood Boards, and a Vision-Forward Pictorial

    Jan 1, 2026
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    JENNIE of BLACKPINK on V Magazine’s V158 Spring Preview 2026: Milestones, Mood Boards, and a Vision-Forward Pictorial

    Photo Credits: V Magazine ODD ATELIER A Magazine Cover Moment ReimaginedJENNIE returns to the magazine cover with a decisive stance…

    history, LG, Photography, Seoul, study
  • TEMPEST Makes a Motion-Forward Debut in ELLE Man Vietnam 2026 Pictorial—Milestones, Creative Direction, and a Digital-First Fashion Narrative

    Dec 31, 2025
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    TEMPEST Makes a Motion-Forward Debut in ELLE Man Vietnam 2026 Pictorial—Milestones, Creative Direction, and a Digital-First Fashion Narrative

    Photo Credits: ELLE Man Vietnam YH Entertainment (YH엔터테인먼트) TEMPEST arrives on ELLE Man Vietnam 2026 with a digital-first pictorial preview that…

    history, K-pop, KT, Seoul, study
  • [NEW YEAR POLL] Frequent regulatory changes undermine Seoul’s potential as global business hub

    Dec 31, 2025
    in News
    [NEW YEAR POLL] Frequent regulatory changes undermine Seoul’s potential as global business hub

    Seoul has potential to become an international business and financial hub, but that potential is undermined by frequent changes in…

    Seoul, Survey
  • Bae Jinyoung’s Silent Thunder: Inside Rolling Stone Korea’s Issue No.16 Pictorial Dreamscape

    Dec 30, 2025
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    Bae Jinyoung’s Silent Thunder: Inside Rolling Stone Korea’s Issue No.16 Pictorial Dreamscape

    Photo Credits: Rolling Stone Korea Aura Entertainment There is a moment in every rising idol’s career when image stops merely…

    BTS, Fame, history, K-pop, Seoul, study
  • Bae Jinyoung’s Silent Thunder: Inside Rolling Stone Korea’s Issue No.16 Pictorial Dreamscape

    Dec 30, 2025
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    Bae Jinyoung’s Silent Thunder: Inside Rolling Stone Korea’s Issue No.16 Pictorial Dreamscape

    Photo Credits: Rolling Stone Korea Aura Entertainment There is a moment in every rising idol’s career when image stops merely…

    BTS, Fame, history, K-pop, Seoul, study
  • Seoul Metropolitan governwmt campaigns till end of year to uncover marginalized minors who were cut off from public education

    Dec 29, 2025
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    Seoul Metropolitan governwmt campaigns till end of year to uncover marginalized minors who were cut off from public education

    The QR code leads to the website for the Seoul Global Youth Education Center, a governmejt funded organization made for…

    LG, Parents, Seoul
  • CRAVITY’s 2026 Fan-Con “VITY FESTA” in Seoul: History, Discography, Venue Details at Olympic Hall on Feb 7 & 8, 2026 with ticket details

    Dec 29, 2025
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    CRAVITY’s 2026 Fan-Con “VITY FESTA” in Seoul: History, Discography, Venue Details at Olympic Hall on Feb 7 & 8, 2026 with ticket details

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment Cravity returns to Seoul for a dedicated fan-con titled “VITY FESTA” in 2026, delivering two performances…

    BTS, history, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, study, Subway, Survey
  • 800-bed Asan Hospital to Be Built in Cheongna, Incheon

    Dec 29, 2025
    in News
    800-bed Asan Hospital to Be Built in Cheongna, Incheon

    An artist’s rendering of Seoul Asan Cheongna Hospital (Photo courtesy of Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority) A project to construct Korea’s…

    Hyundai, KT, KT&G, Medical, Seoul
  • CNBLUE Return as Leather‑Clad Rock Stars with 3LOGY: The Self‑Composed Third Album and Concept Photos Defining Their New Era

    Dec 28, 2025
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    CNBLUE Return as Leather‑Clad Rock Stars with 3LOGY: The Self‑Composed Third Album and Concept Photos Defining Their New Era

    Photo Credits: FNC Entertainment CNBLUE’s third full album 3LOGY marks a confident new era for the veteran rock band, fusing their festival‑ready…

    BTS, Seoul
  • BTS to Return in Spring 2026 with New Album, Biggest Tour Ever, and a Global Fashion Comeback

    Dec 27, 2025
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    BTS to Return in Spring 2026 with New Album, Biggest Tour Ever, and a Global Fashion Comeback

    Photo Credits: BigHit Entertainment HYBE Entertainment After a nearly three-year hiatus due to mandatory military service, BTS—the world’s most influential…

    BTS, Discussion, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Military, Seoul, Social Media, Suga, travel
  • Exchange Rate Falls to 1,440 Won Amid Stock Market Surge

    Dec 27, 2025
    in News
    Exchange Rate Falls to 1,440 Won Amid Stock Market Surge

    The won-dollar exchange rate is displayed on the digital display at Hana Bank’s headquarters dealing room in Jung-gu, Seoul on Dec.…

    Seoul
  • Hyundai Motor Chairman’s Son’s DUI Report Deletions Spark Outrage

    Dec 27, 2025
    in News
    Hyundai Motor Chairman’s Son’s DUI Report Deletions Spark Outrage

    Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Chung Eui-sun (Photo courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group) The Democratic Media Practice Committee of the Korean…

    family, Hyundai, Japan, Seoul
  • Your Shot at Stardom: How to Apply and Join Titan Content — The Rising K‑Pop Agency Behind AtHeart’s Global Buzz 🌟🎤

    Dec 27, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Photo Credit: Titan Content Titan Content—home of breakthrough girl group **tHeart—is opening the next chapter of K-pop excellence. Think you…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul, Social Media
  • Apink Returns with 11th Mini Album ‘RE : LOVE’: MUSE Ver Concept Unveiled for 15th Anniversary Comeback

    Dec 26, 2025
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    Apink Returns with 11th Mini Album ‘RE : LOVE’: MUSE Ver Concept Unveiled for 15th Anniversary Comeback

    Photo Credits: US Entertainment Apink Returns with ‘RE : LOVE’ 💗K-pop’s beloved icons are back! Apink celebrates their 15th anniversary…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Seoul
  • “Joohoney’s INSANITY: MONSTA X’s Tiger Roars with New Mini Album”

    Dec 26, 2025
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    “Joohoney’s INSANITY: MONSTA X’s Tiger Roars with New Mini Album”

    Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment Joohoney of MONSTA X is set to electrify K-pop fans worldwide with his second mini album,…

    BTS, Discussion, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul
  • Context regarding the “Winter was ignored by the fans” controversy at the Gayo Daejeon red carpet

    Dec 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    So, there are some edited videos making rounds here on Reddit about Winter supposedly being ignored by MYs at the…

    Controversy, Daejeon, K-pop, Scandal, Seoul, travel
  • Korea to trial next-gen train capable of sub-2-hour Seoul-Busan trip starting 2030

    Dec 26, 2025
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    Korea to trial next-gen train capable of sub-2-hour Seoul-Busan trip starting 2030

    submitted by /u/Saltedline [link] [comments]

    Busan, Seoul
  • BOK says will take data-driven approach to rate cuts, closely watch inflation, FX

    Dec 26, 2025
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    BOK says will take data-driven approach to rate cuts, closely watch inflation, FX

    SEOUL, Dec. 25 (Yonhap) — The central bank said Thursday it will decide whether and when to implement further interest…

    Discussion, Seoul
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Latest Korean News

  • Peeping in Joseon Korea: Voyeurism, diplomats and scandals (Part 3)February 21, 2026
    According to Walter Hillier, the British consul to Korea from… Read more: Peeping in Joseon Korea: Voyeurism, diplomats and scandals (Part 3)
  • Short track speed skater Choi Min-jeong becomes most decorated S. Korean OlympianFebruary 21, 2026
    MILAN — Short track speed skater Choi Min-jeong became South… Read more: Short track speed skater Choi Min-jeong becomes most decorated S. Korean Olympian
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    MILAN — South Korea seized the silver medal in the… Read more: S. Korea wins silver in men’s short track relay
  • Short tracker bids adieu to Olympics after record-setting runFebruary 21, 2026
    South Korean short track speed skating legend Choi Min-jeong bid… Read more: Short tracker bids adieu to Olympics after record-setting run
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    MILAN — Short track speed skaters Kim Gil-li and Choi… Read more: S. Korean short trackers win gold, silver in women’s 1,500m

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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