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  • Another victim of Japan’s wartime sexual slavery dies; 5 survivors left

    Mar 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Another victim of Japan’s wartime sexual slavery dies; 5 survivors left

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

    Japan, Sex
  • Are you a multistan? I’m curious to see the demographics

    Mar 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    View Poll submitted by /u/disasterpansexual [link] [comments]

    Demographics, Sex
  • Debate grows over elementary sex education textbook highlighting gender diversity

    Mar 24, 2026
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    Debate grows over elementary sex education textbook highlighting gender diversity

    submitted by /u/Non-curing_grease [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • 2026 releases I checked and if I liked them (but I’m very picky)

    Mar 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    ✅ liked (rating above 8/10) 🟡 not a skip but not a “saved on Spotify” either OR for albums very…

    KT, Sex
  • Blog of jailed Telegram sex ring leader shut down after post bragging about prison award

    Mar 16, 2026
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    Blog of jailed Telegram sex ring leader shut down after post bragging about prison award

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

    Sex
  • Hyolyn (former SISTAR member) is quite overrated!

    Mar 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    1. Vocal: S-tier, undeniable 2. Dance: Mostly relies on heels dance + sexy dance in a very “fleshy”/sensual way, pretty…

    Question, Sex, travel
  • Some appreciation for queer idols today because apparently “there are no queer people in korea and xlov don’t count”

    Mar 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Lets give some love to Cherry who is trans, Bain from JUSTB and Holland who are gay, Hansol from Topp…

    Sex
  • Western critics and journalists continuing to platform untrustworthy “experts” to talk about Kpop

    Mar 9, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Music critic and internet personality Anthony Fantano from The Needle Drop recently released a video on “The State of Kpop“,…

    BTS, Discussion, Ewha, Perspectives, Sex
  • It’s been 13 years and Super Junior’s Sexy Free & Single still makes no sense

    Mar 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been listening to a lot of old second gen songs lately including SJ’s music and when SFS came on…

    Sex
  • Gender minister issues apology to former sex work victims near US bases

    Mar 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Gender minister issues apology to former sex work victims near US bases

    Gender Equality Minister Won Min-kyong issued an apology to former sex workers Saturday whose rights were violated in now-defunct brothels…

    apology, history, Military, Prostitution, Sex
  • Subreddit banned topics and banning policy

    Mar 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Because links to the sidebar are unreliable on Apple, our banned topics and banning policy are collated here. Banned Topics:…

    Discussion, Politics, Sex, Warning
  • Over 200 people with criminal records worked as sports coaches from 2020-2024: audit

    Mar 4, 2026
    in News
    Over 200 people with criminal records worked as sports coaches from 2020-2024: audit

    More than 200 people with criminal records worked as sports coaches from 2020-2024 amid lax vetting by the top national…

    Crime, Sex
  • My thoughts on BLACKPINK’s newest album DEADLINE

    Feb 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m gonna preface this by saying, I use a lot of slang and swear words to communicate but I am…

    Sex
  • Why are people so supportive and encouraging when an idol is caught smoking?

    Feb 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I just want to say I’m coming from a place of understanding. The industry is stressful and demanding, so I…

    Sex, Stress
  • Daniela’s father is the biggest PR disaster of any idol’s parent

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    His past comments and posts are being resurfaced and going viral almost by the hour. Under a post comparing Daniela…

    Sex
  • Zimbabwe is one of the first to roll out new and long-acting HIV drug

    Feb 22, 2026
    in News
    Zimbabwe is one of the first to roll out new and long-acting HIV drug

    HARARE, Zimbabwe — Young women, mothers holding babies and some men lined up in a dusty field on the outskirts…

    Sex
  • Kiss of Life’s career shows how fast momentum can slip away

    Feb 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    As an outsider looking in, their career is so intriguing. They truly started as a nugu group in every sense…

    Controversy, Sex
  • P1Harmony: The Future Is in Motion

    Feb 17, 2026
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    P1Harmony: The Future Is in Motion

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea FNC Entertainment (Marie Claire Korea March 2026 Issue Preview) Everything about this pictorial feels like…

    K-pop, Seoul, Sex
  • What if Kpop Stan Twitter and Kpop Reddit existed in in 1986-1990?

    Feb 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    If Kpop Stan Twitter/Reddit existed in 1986 – 1990, stans would : writes out titles and other words in Korean…

    Crime, Discussion, family, Japan, Justice, K-pop, Korean Art, LG, Protest, Seoul, Sex
  • Digital Death Trap: Korean ‘Love Game’ Linked to Triple Minor Suicides in India

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Digital Death Trap: Korean ‘Love Game’ Linked to Triple Minor Suicides in India

    This isn’t the first time this kind of thing has happened. We’ve already seen what unchecked online platforms can turn…

    fail, history, Parents, Sex, Warning
  • From Elon Musk to former Prince Andrew, powerful men named in Epstein files

    Feb 2, 2026
    in News
    From Elon Musk to former Prince Andrew, powerful men named in Epstein files

    NEW YORK — From tech titans to Wall Street power brokers and foreign dignitaries, a who’s who of powerful men…

    Crime, Justice, Question, Sex
  • kpop stans will defend anything (eunwoo’s tax evasion controversy)

    Jan 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    i made the mistake of opening the comment section under cha eunwoo’s apology letter. for anyone who is unaware, he’s…

    apology, Controversy, Crime, Sex, sexual assault
  • Korea moves to investigate Grok over sexually exploitative deepfake images

    Jan 25, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Korea moves to investigate Grok over sexually exploitative deepfake images

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

    Deepfake, Sex
  • I still really yearn to be an idol even after giving up multiple times

    Jan 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m 15, and it’s my dream to be an idol since I was maybe 8 or 9 years old. I…

    family, Sex
  • Survey finds 1 in 5 male students create deepfakes for sexual gratification

    Jan 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Survey finds 1 in 5 male students create deepfakes for sexual gratification

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

    Deepfake, Sex, Survey
  • New Assembly takes up anti-discrimination bill, reigniting equality debate – The Korea Times

    Jan 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    New Assembly takes up anti-discrimination bill, reigniting equality debate – The Korea Times

    Revised bill seeks to add class-action powers and protect more workers Korea has seen the formal introduction of a comprehensive…

    Democracy, Discrimination, Japan, Koreans, Lawmakers, LG, martial law, Protest, Sex, Stress, Survey
  • Asian masculinity

    Jan 12, 2026
    in News
    Asian masculinity

    Netflix recently began airing a reality show titled “My Korean Boyfriend,” which follows a group of single Brazilian women traveling…

    K-drama, Sex, travel
  • XLOV: Genderless Punk Sirens Drip Ethereal Defiance—K-Pop’s Y2K Rebels Rewrite High Fashion’s Rules

    Jan 8, 2026
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    XLOV: Genderless Punk Sirens Drip Ethereal Defiance—K-Pop’s Y2K Rebels Rewrite High Fashion’s Rules

    Photo Credits: 257 Entertainment “XLOV isn’t playing the idol game—they’re shattering the binary, one layered tutu at a time.” XLOV…

    Genesis, Japan, K-pop, LG, Sex
  • I don’t know where to post. Idk if this is considered a crime or not. Idk what to do.

    Jan 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I don’t know where to post. Idk if this is considered a crime or not. Idk what to do.

    I made a post the other day titled as “I stood him up.” …. We got into a huge argument…

    Advice, Crime, Kakao, Sex, Stress
  • Idols doing challenges to songs by western artists with suggestive English lyrics

    Jan 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m having a hard time figuring out how I feel about this niche issue. It’s not uncommon for idols who…

    Sex, Suga
  • Skz is overrated and the fandom is toxic

    Dec 31, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve always wanted to share my unpopular opinion that stray kids is legit overrated. What i firstly want to make…

    Sex
  • I just find it funny whenever I see someone said they need to put themselves in time out for finding idols under 20 good looking

    Dec 29, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Idk man. I’m part of an older fan, but is it that weird to find people, young or old “good…

    Sex
  • Which K-pop/Korean artists’ stock dropped the most in 2025?

    Dec 29, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Inspired by this post on BlueSky from YouTuber Todd in the Shadows where he lists the top 10 artists (in…

    K-pop, Korean Art, Sex
  • Sehun’s problem isn’t lack of ability, but EXO’s talent inflation

    Dec 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I swear, for someone thought of as one of the OG dozens/visual merchants, the amount of actual talent he has…

    Sex
  • Sex trafficking ring recruited Chilean women for South Korea: at least 20 victims and one dead

    Dec 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Sex trafficking ring recruited Chilean women for South Korea: at least 20 victims and one dead

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

    Sex
  • There is something strange about the maknae of the group doing “sexy” or “sensual” performances as soon as they turn 18

    Dec 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This is not just maknaes of course… I understand that it is kind of a big deal to turn 18…

    Sex
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Latest Korean News

  • Ruling party nominates former liberal PM unopposed for Daegu mayorApril 3, 2026
    The ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) on Friday picked… Read more: Ruling party nominates former liberal PM unopposed for Daegu mayor
  • Trump raises pressure on Iran to make deal ‘before it is too late’April 3, 2026
    WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday stepped up… Read more: Trump raises pressure on Iran to make deal ‘before it is too late’
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    As ticket sales approached 16 million, the distributor of “The… Read more: ‘The King’s Warden’ unveils bittersweet soundtrack as film nears 16 mil. moviegoers
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    YONGIN, Gyeonggi Province — Since opening in 1976, Everland theme… Read more: Everland’s spring reinvention features upgraded safari, performances
  • ‘A dream I had set aside’: Korean ballet star Kim Ki-min excited to take on ‘Bolero’April 3, 2026
    “‘Bolero’ is the dance Russian audiences most want to see… Read more: ‘A dream I had set aside’: Korean ballet star Kim Ki-min excited to take on ‘Bolero’

Latest Community Feeds

  • A Chinese assailant stabbed a Korean in the face with chopsticks because the Chinese thought he was mocked by Koreans, and the Korean victim is facing the vision lossApril 3, 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