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  • 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
  • Are death records/certificates in Korea public records which are accessible to anyone?

    Nov 20, 2024
    in Community

    I have a Canadian acquaintance who was in a same-sex romantic relationship with a Korean citizen. The boyfriend lived with…

    Crime, Justice, Parents, Sex
  • Rosé Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Her Soulful Story in i-D’s November Issue

    Nov 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Rosé Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Her Soulful Story in i-D’s November Issue

    In a dazzling showcase of talent and style, BLACKPINK’s Rosé has graced the covers of i-D magazine’s November 2024 Special…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Question, Sex, Social Media
  • LS Group’s US magnet wire unit to go public with $1.4 bn value

    Nov 19, 2024
    in News
    LS Group’s US magnet wire unit to go public with $1.4 bn value

    File image captured from the website of Essex Solutions, a magnet wire supplier to EV makers such as Tesla US…

    Japan, request, Seoul, Sex
  • Kpop opinions that you regret sharing on reddit

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    I’ve been on reddit for a while ig and these are some of the reddit opinions I shared that looking…

    Peace, Sex, Surfing
  • S.Korean firms’ rights issues poised for 12-year low

    Nov 17, 2024
    in News
    S.Korean firms’ rights issues poised for 12-year low

    (Courtesy of Getty Images) The lackluster South Korean stock market and softening Korea won have put off domestic companies from…

    history, Japan, Medical, Sex, travel
  • What I’ve eaten for recent days

    Nov 13, 2024
    in Community
    What I’ve eaten for recent days

    Sexy submitted by /u/Embarrassed-Unit6864 [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • Kiss of Life are ridiculously hot and I have no idea why they are not bigger in the west

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    I am surprised to say this because I am a ONCE and I definitely prefer the cutesy groups like Twice…

    KT, Sex
  • S.Korean retail investors rush to buy Indian stocks on dips

    Nov 10, 2024
    in News
    S.Korean retail investors rush to buy Indian stocks on dips

    People read U.S. President-elect Donald Trump election news early morning sitting at a roadside tea shop in Lucknow, India, on…

    Donald Trump, Hyundai, Samsung, Sex
  • after watch the Christian rally against the anti-discrimination law in Korea; Thoughts about Korean protestant Christian, due to my experience (with my painting)

    Nov 5, 2024
    in Community
    after watch the Christian rally against the anti-discrimination law in Korea; Thoughts about Korean protestant Christian, due to my experience (with my painting)

    My parents are devout Protestants. They met at church, got married, and had me. So, my name is not one…

    Discrimination, history, Justice, korean names, Korean War, Koreans, Parents, Peace, Perspectives, Protest, Question, Sex, study
  • Korean right-wing group End Comfort Women Fraud (위안부사기청산연대) group, led by denialist Korean historian Kim Byeong-heon (김병헌), sent an opinion letter to the United Nations stating that the comfort women were not sexual slaves

    Nov 5, 2024
    in Community
    Korean right-wing group End Comfort Women Fraud (위안부사기청산연대) group, led by denialist Korean historian Kim Byeong-heon (김병헌), sent an opinion letter to the United Nations stating that the comfort women were not sexual slaves

    submitted by /u/tpjv86b [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • shame on you, you don’t say abortion, homosexuality, falsehood are sin.

    Oct 29, 2024
    in Community
    shame on you, you don’t say abortion, homosexuality, falsehood are sin.

    submitted by /u/SeaSea9919 [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • Kpop Fans are Massive Hypocrites Who Just Pretend They Care About “Morals” to Hate on Idols

    Oct 27, 2024
    in Community

    Why are so many people using the current HYBE drama to just send even more hate to idols who are…

    Kakao, Naver, Sex, Social Media
  • Are views really that necessary to stan/discover a group?

    Oct 26, 2024
    in Community

    I came across a few posts here and I couldn’t help but recall some incidents that happened during my college…

    BTS, Discussion, K-pop, Sex
  • Ageism in Kpop Fandom Spaces (along with double-standards and lack of self-awareness)

    Oct 23, 2024
    in Community

    As a kpop fan who recently left their 20s behind, this is a topic that has been on my mind…

    Question, Sex, Social Media
  • One company that actually seems semi-decent is Fantagio. Correct me if I’m wrong.

    Oct 23, 2024
    in Community

    I only really know about girl groups, but generally speaking, women/girl groups in K-Pop tend to be treated more unfairly…

    K-pop, Sex
  • Hyundai gears up for global expansion with Indian unit’s IPO

    Oct 22, 2024
    in News
    Hyundai gears up for global expansion with Indian unit’s IPO

    Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Chung Euisun is lighting a lamp at Hyundai Motor India’s listing ceremony on the National Stock…

    Discrimination, Global Expansion, Hyundai, Japan, Kia, Sex, Stress
  • When and why did the kpop industry get so serious?

    Oct 22, 2024
    in Community

    I got into K-pop around end of 2016 beginning of 2017 so really like peak 3rd gen K-pop. EVERYTHING was…

    K-pop, Scandal, Sex, Social Media
  • Funeral Wreaths are death threats and should be treated as so.

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Community

    For a country that seems hell bent on the ‘respect your elders’ above all else narrative they don’t seem to…

    Crime, Discussion, Sex
  • Korea Is Generous of Attacks on Women? Idiots Who Say That Should Not Come to Korea.

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Community

    Exactly the opposite is true. Korea is a country where men’s human rights are trash and numerous inequalities are committed…

    Crime, KT, Military, North Korea, Sex, Sexual Harassment
  • Would you like to see a show like “Rock of Love” staring a K-pop idol? Do you think it could work?

    Oct 18, 2024
    in Community

    Recently, I have been watching clips of the show “Rock Of Love with Bret Michaels” on YouTube. The show stars…

    K-pop, Sex, Warning
  • Assaulted in Korea

    Oct 17, 2024
    in Community

    So I have a bit of an issue. I was recently hanging out with a friend who assaulted me physically…

    Kakao, Sex, Social Media
  • iced coffee by red velvet is such an underrated song

    Oct 17, 2024
    in Community

    this was a perfect velvet track, it’s so dreamy and the vocals are so rich, most of them sound so…

    coffee, Sex
  • Fans need to be careful when talking about the Korean reactions to idol scandals

    Oct 14, 2024
    in Community

    Since this issue has started I have seen a lot from international fans about K-nets reaction to this recent ‘scandal’…

    Discussion, Koreans, Protest, Scandal, Sex, sexual assault, Social Media
  • What do you think of this book review? — The Vegetarian by Han Kang: A Disturbing Journey Through Violence, Sexuality, and Obsession

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community
    What do you think of this book review? — The Vegetarian by Han Kang: A Disturbing Journey Through Violence, Sexuality, and Obsession

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

    Book Review, Han Kang, Sex, The Vegetarian
  • Four High School Students Face Up to 10 Years in Prison for Kidnapping and Sexual Assault of a Female Peer in a Motel, Livestreamed on Social Media.

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Four High School Students Face Up to 10 Years in Prison for Kidnapping and Sexual Assault of a Female Peer in a Motel, Livestreamed on Social Media.

    submitted by /u/Ok-Pumpkin-5130 [link] [comments]

    Sex, sexual assault, Social Media
  • How Telegram became a hotbed of digital sex crimes in South Korea

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    How Telegram became a hotbed of digital sex crimes in South Korea

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

    Crime, Sex
  • When are we going to stop this?

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    When are we going to stop this?

    “Save our children! Homosexuality Harm Prevention Day” I was so mad when I saw that banner around 여의도. Why do…

    Crime, Koreans, Sex
  • New law proposed to make ‘sperm terror’ as sexual misconduct

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    New law proposed to make ‘sperm terror’ as sexual misconduct

    submitted by /u/BadenBaden1981 [link] [comments]

    New Law, Sex
  • The fate of Korea’s ‘first and biggest’ sex festival

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    The fate of Korea’s ‘first and biggest’ sex festival

    submitted by /u/yh5203 [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • Japanese porn stars never received visas for canceled sex festival in Seoul

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Japanese porn stars never received visas for canceled sex festival in Seoul

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

    Japan, Seoul, Sex
  • Women gather in Hyehwa for the first time in 6 years demanding severe punishment for deepfake sexual exploitation

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Women gather in Hyehwa for the first time in 6 years demanding severe punishment for deepfake sexual exploitation

    submitted by /u/Wumbolo83 [link] [comments]

    Deepfake, Punishment, Sex
  • Japanese Prostitutes Arrested for the First Time for selling sex in Korea, charging up to 1,550,000 won for services.

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Japanese Prostitutes Arrested for the First Time for selling sex in Korea, charging up to 1,550,000 won for services.

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

    Japan, Prostitution, Sex
  • Female community with 840,000 members posts ‘women’s version of Nth room’, sexually harassing men by posting nude photos of them

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Female community with 840,000 members posts ‘women’s version of Nth room’, sexually harassing men by posting nude photos of them

    submitted by /u/Terrorman123 [link] [comments]

    Sex, Sexual Harassment
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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