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  • Revote protest in Seoul shifts toward conservative ‘election fraud’ stance

    Jun 8, 2026
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    Revote protest in Seoul shifts toward conservative ‘election fraud’ stance

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

    Protest, Seoul
  • Crisis of confidence at NEC

    Jun 8, 2026
    in News
    Crisis of confidence at NEC

    Olympic Park in southeastern Seoul’s affluent Songpa District has become the epicenter of democratic activism. Tens of thousands of voters,…

    Millennials, Seoul
  • Seoul city gov’t audits homestays as tourism booms

    Jun 8, 2026
    in News
    Seoul city gov’t audits homestays as tourism booms

    For a decade, Seoul has nudged its residents to open their doors to foreigners, turning spare bedrooms and historic hanok,…

    Korean House, Seoul, Tourism
  • Jang Wonyoung in Bangkok: The Face of AMUSE’s Soft Power

    Jun 8, 2026
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    Jang Wonyoung in Bangkok: The Face of AMUSE’s Soft Power

    Jang Wonyoung doesn’t just arrive; she lands. In Bangkok, as AMUSE’s global face stepped into the brand’s Thai spotlight, she brought…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media, travel
  • AHOF: Nine Lives, One Legend

    Jun 7, 2026
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    AHOF: Nine Lives, One Legend

    F&F Entertainment’s nine-member phenomenon steps into the frame — and rewrites the rules of the new K-pop era. There is…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, LG, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Suga, Tokyo, travel
  • Naksan Castle Seoul Korea

    Jun 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Naksan Castle Seoul Korea

    Try to walk path of Naksan castle 🏰 submitted by /u/iceonez [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Kore-eda explores human nature, imagination in ‘Sheep in the Box’

    Jun 7, 2026
    in News
    Kore-eda explores human nature, imagination in ‘Sheep in the Box’

    Renowned Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda has focused on the concept of unseen imagination as the ultimate message of his new…

    Japan, Parents, Seoul
  • [PHOTOS] Jensen Huang draws celebrity welcome in Korea

    Jun 7, 2026
    in News
    [PHOTOS] Jensen Huang draws celebrity welcome in Korea

    Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang signs autographs for people welcoming him at the Seoul Gimpo Business Aviation Center in Seoul’s Gangseo…

    Celebrity, Nvidia, Seoul
  • Sustainable energy supply chain

    Jun 7, 2026
    in News
    Sustainable energy supply chain

    From May 20, the Asian Leadership Conference (ALC) convened in Seoul. Often described as Korea’s answer to the Davos forum,…

    Seoul, Survey, Ukraine
  • West of Seoul – How Hyunjin Made Melrose Avenue His Own

    Jun 6, 2026
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    West of Seoul – How Hyunjin Made Melrose Avenue His Own

    Where American heritage finds its new voice — Stray Kids’ Hyunjin takes Melrose Avenue and rewrites what GUESS means to…

    family, Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, LG, Photography, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo, Warning
  • Former BTS music producer to attend music conference next week

    Jun 6, 2026
    in News
    Former BTS music producer to attend music conference next week

    K-pop music producer Alex Karlsson, who has made music for boy group BTS, will speak at a music conference slated…

    BTS, K-pop, Seoul
  • Protest against ballot paper shortages enters 2nd day, demanding new election

    Jun 6, 2026
    in News
    Protest against ballot paper shortages enters 2nd day, demanding new election

    Protests over ballot shortages entered their second day Saturday, with thousands encircling a vote-counting facility in eastern Seoul and demanding…

    Protest, Seoul
  • Seoul to launch 4 ‘Safe Postpartum Care Centers’ starting June 8, providing up to 3.9 million KRW (~$3000 USD) in subsidies over 2 weeks of total care

    Jun 6, 2026
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    Seoul to launch 4 ‘Safe Postpartum Care Centers’ starting June 8, providing up to 3.9 million KRW (~$3000 USD) in subsidies over 2 weeks of total care

    Seoul Safe Postpartum Care Center: Eligibility and User Fees (Based on a 2-week stay for 1 person, Unit: 10,000 KRW)…

    family, North Korea, Seoul
  • Significant drop in Seoul’s late-night subway passengers since pandemic

    Jun 5, 2026
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    Significant drop in Seoul’s late-night subway passengers since pandemic

    The number of Seoul citizens using the metropolitan subway network after midnight has decreased by 23.7 percent compared to before…

    Seoul, Subway
  • Spicy Jjimdak (Chicken & Pork Belly)

    Jun 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Spicy Jjimdak (Chicken & Pork Belly)

    Hi all, Im Mexican American living in England who is Obsessed with Korean Food & Kdramas. So today, I have…

    Korean Food, Pork, Seoul
  • Korean cold noodles

    Jun 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Korean cold noodles

    Korean cold noodles 비빔냉면 =bibim naengmyeon (spicy mixed cold noodles) submitted by /u/seoulbubu [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Thoughts on student declarations of the state of affairs?

    Jun 5, 2026
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    Thoughts on student declarations of the state of affairs?

    College student unions including Seoul National University, Yonsei University, and Korea University are issuing “declarations of the state of affairs.”…

    Seoul
  • South Korean citizens protest ballot shortage during local elections in Seoul

    Jun 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

    Protest, Seoul
  • ‘Korea means trust’: EU lawmaker sees growing role for parliamentary diplomacy

    Jun 5, 2026
    in News
    ‘Korea means trust’: EU lawmaker sees growing role for parliamentary diplomacy

    The European Parliament and South Korea’s National Assembly should play a greater role in strengthening bilateral ties as Seoul and…

    Seoul, Stress
  • PM highlights need for probe, if necessary, to look into ballot shortage

    Jun 5, 2026
    in News
    PM highlights need for probe, if necessary, to look into ballot shortage

    Prime Minister Kim Min-seok said Friday that a parliamentary investigation or an independent counsel probe should be used, if necessary,…

    Democracy, Seoul, Social Media
  • A quick survival guide to Seoul’s intense coffee chain culture

    Jun 5, 2026
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    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
  • Found a hidden taco joint in a gritty alley of Seoul. The rooftop view and the vibes are unreal. 🌮🇰🇷

    Jun 5, 2026
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    Found a hidden taco joint in a gritty alley of Seoul. The rooftop view and the vibes are unreal. 🌮🇰🇷

    Just checked out this newly opened spot called “Zion Taco House” in Jongno 3-ga, Seoul. You walk through a narrow,…

    Seoul
  • Is this krap creator real or AI? [Ondab]

    Jun 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I came across ‘Ondab’ on youtube. I really can’t tell if its real and there is not much information about…

    Seoul
  • NEC apologizes for ballot shortages at Seoul polling stations, says incident undermined public trust in elections

    Jun 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    NEC apologizes for ballot shortages at Seoul polling stations, says incident undermined public trust in elections

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

    Seoul
  • Loss in Seoul Overshadows Governing Party’s Wins in South Korean Elections

    Jun 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Loss in Seoul Overshadows Governing Party’s Wins in South Korean Elections

    submitted by /u/Beginning-Passion676 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Seoul expands safety net for small shops fighting inflation

    Jun 4, 2026
    in News
    Seoul expands safety net for small shops fighting inflation

    Inside a modest neighborhood diner in central Seoul, the price of a bowl of kimchi stew has held steady despite…

    Kimchi, Seoul
  • Court denies suspension of exit ban against US scholar under probe for defaming Lee

    Jun 4, 2026
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    Court denies suspension of exit ban against US scholar under probe for defaming Lee

    A Seoul court on Thursday rejected a request for a suspension of an exit ban against Morse Tan, a Korean…

    Donald Trump, fail, Fame, Justice, Korean American, request, Seoul
  • (ROUNDUP) Ruling party wins landslide in local elections despite losing Seoul to incumbent mayor

    Jun 4, 2026
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    (ROUNDUP) Ruling party wins landslide in local elections despite losing Seoul to incumbent mayor

    SEOUL, June 4 (Yonhap) — The ruling Democratic Party (DP) clinched a resounding victory in the local elections and parliamentary…

    Busan, fail, martial law, Seoul
  • Oh Se-hoon wins 5th term as Seoul mayor

    Jun 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Oh Se-hoon wins 5th term as Seoul mayor

    submitted by /u/Ok-Huckleberry5836 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Is this injeolmi?

    Jun 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Is this injeolmi?

    Hey guys! I was in china recently and went to a kbqq place that sold something called a “seoul waterfall…

    Seoul
  • My respect for Somi has gone through the roof, and the IOI comeback was magic…

    Jun 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    She seemed like a cool person during the Produce 101 era. She was maknae on top, self assured without being…

    Question, Seoul
  • PPP calls for revote over Seoul ballot shortages

    Jun 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    PPP calls for revote over Seoul ballot shortages

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

    Seoul
  • Seoul in Korea

    Jun 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Seoul in Korea

    서울에서 가장 좋았던 곳 어디였나요? submitted by /u/Obvious_Past_6144 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Semiconductor high schools become the new hot education ticket in Korea

    Jun 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Semiconductor high schools become the new hot education ticket in Korea

    Admission to a prestigious university is no longer seen as the only path to success for some students in South…

    Discussion, Parents, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, SK Hynix
  • HanmiGlobal to host global summit on AI-driven future of project management

    Jun 2, 2026
    in News
    HanmiGlobal to host global summit on AI-driven future of project management

    Construction project management (PM) firm HanmiGlobal will host an international summit on artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovation in the industry this…

    POSCO, Seoul
  • Korean struggles reflected in dueling renditions of Chekhov classic

    Jun 2, 2026
    in News
    Korean struggles reflected in dueling renditions of Chekhov classic

    Two versions of an unhappy uncle have drawn Korean theatergoers this May, as Anton Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya” arrived in Seoul…

    Celebrity, Koreans, LG, Peace, Seoul
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Latest Korean News

  • HLB Life Science secures 5th state grant to develop medical hemp therapiesJuly 6, 2026
    HLB Life Science R&D, the research and development subsidiary of… Read more: HLB Life Science secures 5th state grant to develop medical hemp therapies
  • No longer cheap: Koreans’ favorite summer health food, samgyetang, nears $13 a bowlJuly 6, 2026
    The price of samgyetang (traditional Korean ginseng chicken soup), Korea’s… Read more: No longer cheap: Koreans’ favorite summer health food, samgyetang, nears $13 a bowl
  • Seoul Metro puts up English warnings at depots after graffiti cases by foreignersJuly 6, 2026
    Seoul Metro, one of the two major operators of the… Read more: Seoul Metro puts up English warnings at depots after graffiti cases by foreigners
  • Nanomedicine pioneer Cheon Jin-woo named Korea’s top scientist of 2026July 6, 2026
    Cheon Jin-woo, a professor at Yonsei University widely regarded as… Read more: Nanomedicine pioneer Cheon Jin-woo named Korea’s top scientist of 2026
  • At RIMPAC, Korea’s newest warships signal Navy’s growing roleJuly 6, 2026
    HONOLULU — “Possible enemy missile launch detected.” The announcement echoed… Read more: At RIMPAC, Korea’s newest warships signal Navy’s growing role

Latest Community Feeds

  • Canada’s submarine decision and EU pivot is a mistake.July 6, 2026
  • How DIRTY SHOE is bridging the gap between the Campus GAYO circuit and the professional industryJuly 6, 2026
  • Why does kpop feel like wayy too much for me these days?July 6, 2026
  • ya no existen y debutan trainees en el kpop?July 6, 2026
  • Seoul Metro puts up English warnings at depots after graffiti cases by foreignersJuly 6, 2026
  • Why SONAGI’s EP “Boundaries” (경계) is the refreshing change of pace my playlist neededJuly 6, 2026
  • Do people still want to debut in a K-pop group or Global group now?July 6, 2026
  • What’s b-side is better than the title track?July 6, 2026
  • Does anyone else feel this way about kpop listening demographics?July 6, 2026
  • What do you think about koreaboos? 한국빠랑 한국을 좋아하는 사람의 차의가 무엇이에요?July 6, 2026
  • Does anyone know if this is legit? Tour guide sold this to us, did we get scammed?July 6, 2026
  • Kongguksu vs Jat-guksuJuly 6, 2026
  • Thoughts on recent controversy among JYP fandoms regarding JYP business news article?July 6, 2026
  • Canada chooses TKMS over Hanhwa Ocean to build new submarine fleetJuly 6, 2026
  • Park Ji-sung and Ryu Seung-min to lead Korea football reform committee after World Cup exitJuly 6, 2026
  • Vice Chairman Lee Byung-tae Resigns After 5·18 Sacred Area ControversyJuly 6, 2026
  • The shift in kpop vocals (diction & articulation) from older generations to newer ones, as observed by a top-tier 2nd generation kpop vocalistJuly 6, 2026
  • It’s official, Chung Mong-gyu has resigned as president of the KFAJuly 6, 2026
  • the yeonjun “섹시/sexy” controversy is so dumbJuly 6, 2026
  • The unique vocal tones of visuals/dancers is one of my favorite things about kpopJuly 6, 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