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  • Absolute cinema. I hate Korea

    Feb 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Absolute cinema. I hate Korea

    If you draw a picture depicting adults having sex, then you are going to jail in this 3rd world country…

    Sex
  • What is going on, on X with pictures of girls posting their cleavage with a picture of an idol in their bra? Double standards rant.

    Feb 12, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m seeing multiple pictures on X with this same concept and these posts costantly have 100-200k views so I know…

    Sex
  • atinys over sexualization and image of mingi

    Feb 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I find it very weird and disturbing that people have created this image and fantasy of mingi that they are…

    LG, Sex, Sexual Harassment
  • Eve, Ophelia, and the Maid of Orleans: Analyzing the Allusions and Symbolism in Lisa’s Born Again MV

    Feb 8, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Because I enjoy artistic analysis way too much. This is less about the MV’s story and its acts per se…

    Sex
  • Why do some people believe sexualization in K-Pop is wrong?

    Feb 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I can’t fully remember this but I watched the news about the rise of K-Pop which it has shown a…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Sex
  • I am suddenly finding kpop idols cringe .

    Feb 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ll explain myself better but the other day I randomly read on a social media a google doc with all…

    purpose, Scandal, Sex, Social Media
  • psychology behind female kpop boy group shippers (specifically bg stans)

    Feb 4, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve noticed an ongoing trend between bg stans and how they behave when it comes to shipping members within the…

    Sex
  • thoughts on kai’s debut album – a case study of 2020 k-pop’s artistic direction

    Jan 30, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Big fan of this album and what a MOMENT it was for K-Pop in 2020-21! Having millions of fans with…

    history, K-pop, Sex, study
  • STAYC Members Dazzle in Elegant Photoshoot for MEN Noblesse’s February Issue

    Jan 27, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    STAYC Members Dazzle in Elegant Photoshoot for MEN Noblesse’s February Issue

    K-pop girl group STAYC is set to grace the pages of MEN Noblesse magazine’s February 2025 issue, with members Sumin,…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Sex, Social Media
  • Kpop stans and their double standards about idols sexualization

    Jan 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Before some of you will comment, when I am talking about sexualization, I am not referring to those that call…

    purpose, Sex
  • Thoughts on Rosé’s cameo in Bruno Mars & Sexxy Red’s “Fat, Juicy & Wet”

    Jan 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    MV link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7OROxsW5ZY I thought it was a fun little MV, and apart from the cupcakKe style lyrics, I feel…

    Sex
  • What happened to sexuality between men and women in K-pop?

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    During second gen and early third gen, depictions of sexuality between men and women were much more popular in K-pop.…

    K-pop, LG, Question, Sex
  • how is feminism viewed in Korea

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Heya! So I am a korean just brought up outside of korea and Ive only been there like once when…

    Feminism, Sex
  • Everything happening to T.O.P. is extremely unfair

    Jan 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Former BIGBANG member T.O.P. appeared in the second season of Squid Game, but was notably excluded from promotional videos alongside…

    Peace, Scandal, Sex, Sexual Harassment
  • Do idols become more popular when they act sexy?

    Jan 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    [Maybe I should have wrote the title as “do some idols only go viral when they act sexy” but the…

    Question, Sex
  • Sexual abuse of minors in the industry / grooming

    Jan 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    So ive been thinking.. i recently got into the whole kpop area and although im not that interested in the…

    family, Sex
  • Supreme Court finalizes 17-yr prison term for religious leader over sexual offenses

    Jan 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Supreme Court finalizes 17-yr prison term for religious leader over sexual offenses

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

    Sex
  • Mirae Asset invests $200 mn in LS Group affiliate in US

    Jan 6, 2025
    in News
    Mirae Asset invests $200 mn in LS Group affiliate in US

    South Korea’s Mirae Asset Global Investments said on Sunday it invested $200 million in Essex Solutions, a US magnet wire…

    Japan, Sex
  • Not everything is misandry/misogyny/sexism

    Jan 4, 2025
    in Community

    First off, yes, sexism/ misandry/misogyny are very prevalent in Kpop. Especially misogyny. However, I find it kind of strange how…

    Sex
  • Female idols are hated for associating with shady men. Yet male idols who are long term friends with problematic men are defended

    Jan 3, 2025
    in Community

    This was inspired by a comment receiving over a hundred upvotes I saw today The user -and I suppose the…

    Sex
  • What the heck is going with allkpop and their comment sections

    Dec 28, 2024
    in Community

    So I haven’t seen much people talk about this. Allkpop is kpop news website and from what I have seen,…

    Sex
  • A Korean news program actually filming on the top of the building instead of using a green screen (while on location in Vietnam)

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Community
    A Korean news program actually filming on the top of the building instead of using a green screen (while on location in Vietnam)

    submitted by /u/A-Sexy-Name [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • am I the only one that can’t stand boy groups?

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Community

    No hate or anything like that at all. A lot of boy groups are definitely talented and they deserve all…

    Sex
  • What your opinion on X:IN new song Acha

    Dec 13, 2024
    in Community

    I think their sound quality is increased they had this problem with their song sounding better on stage than their…

    Sex
  • The hate RM gets is insane, and saying sht like “it’s bc of his fandom” is getting old

    Dec 13, 2024
    in Community

    Reasons why the “it’s because of his fandom” bs some antis keep running with never made sense: 1) they never…

    Sex
  • What’s your opinion on X:IN Keeping the fire rock version

    Dec 12, 2024
    in Community

    I think it does elevates the song also the previous version was energetic so adding rock theme was a good…

    Sex
  • Taemin’s Epic “Ephemeral Gaze” World Tour Hits the United States

    Dec 10, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Taemin’s Epic “Ephemeral Gaze” World Tour Hits the United States

    SHINee’s beloved member Taemin is set to electrify fans across North America with his highly anticipated solo world tour, “Ephemeral Gaze”.…

    Daejeon, Discussion, Houston, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Kia, LG, Sex, Social Media
  • Who are your same sex crushes in Kpop and why?

    Dec 8, 2024
    in Community

    I have more than a few but my main two are Ryujin and Soyeon. Ryujin just exudes confidence, charisma, and…

    Sex
  • Johnny Somali allegedly threatens sexual assault against female streamers in deleted VOD

    Dec 6, 2024
    in Community
    Johnny Somali allegedly threatens sexual assault against female streamers in deleted VOD

    submitted by /u/Dilpickle2113 [link] [comments]

    Sex, sexual assault
  • Why are you guys are weird?

    Nov 30, 2024
    in Community

    Edit: messed up the title after editing, meant to write ‘so werid’ I started getting to know about your culture…

    Koreans, Protest, Sex
  • The Guardian’s best boyband members of all time list has Only G Dragon and Jimin from kpop.

    Nov 29, 2024
    in Community

    The descriptions for both are as follows:- Jimin At BTS’s recent London arena shows, it was 23-year-old hair-dye enthusiast Jimin…

    BTS, K-pop, Sex
  • Are jaejoong and junsu still in touch with yoochun?

    Nov 28, 2024
    in Community

    After all the shit went down with yoochun I agree he had if not one of the most terrible downfalls…

    Sex, sexual assault
  • Mirae Asset aspires to No. 5 in Indian securities market with Sharekhan

    Nov 27, 2024
    in News
    Mirae Asset aspires to No. 5 in Indian securities market with Sharekhan

    South Korea’s leading asset manager Mirae Asset Financial Group will strive to take over the fifth-largest share of the Indian…

    Global Expansion, Sex
  • The Influence of China and Japan in Modern Korean History

    Nov 26, 2024
    in History
    The Influence of China and Japan in Modern Korean History

    Introduction The Korean Peninsula, situated at the northeastern edge of the Asian continent, has historically occupied a pivotal geographic position…

    cold war, Discussion, Goryeo, history, Japan, Japanese Occupation, Joseon, Justice, K-pop, Korean History, Koreans, Military, North Korea, Politics, Pyongyang, Sex, Tourism, World War
  • Addressing the online discourse surrounding QWER.

    Nov 24, 2024
    in Community

    Warning, heavy topics ahead. Some of you may have heard of the tragic incident involving a Korean streamer named Jammi95.…

    Controversy, Discussion, history, Question, Sex, Sexual Harassment, Warning
  • TW- SA Gaeun of Limelight/Madein was SA by her CEO and there are chances that the other members might have gone through something like this.

    Nov 22, 2024
    in Community

    “Forced Tongue Kissing, Groping…’ Rookie Girl Group Member Accuses Agency CEO of Sexual Harassment” [Herald Economy’s Kim Bo-young Reporting] A…

    Naver, Parents, request, Sex, Sexual Harassment, travel
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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