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  • South Korea’s alternative data pioneer KED Aicel in full force

    Feb 3, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    South Korea’s alternative data pioneer KED Aicel in full force

    South Korea’s leading alternative data service provider Hankyung Aicel Inc. is poised to transform companies’ and investors’ business and investment…

    Busan, Deloitte, Seoul, Social Media, Survey
  • BigBang is the band that gets everyone in the feels

    Feb 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Maybe it’s a product of the time. As phones, social media, and the introduction to alternative styles and music exploded…

    LG, Social Media
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Feb 1, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • What are some overblown facts or misconceptions about your ults?

    Jan 31, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    In the world of social media, facts can often get blown out of proportion and become very exaggerated, and blatant…

    Social Media
  • Korean B2B fintech firm Dozn plans Kosdaq IPO for $202.5 mn market cap

    Jan 31, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korean B2B fintech firm Dozn plans Kosdaq IPO for $202.5 mn market cap

    (Captured from Dozn’s website) South Korea’s business-to-business fintech service provider Dozn is planning an initial public offering on the Kosdaq…

    Kakao, Shopping, Social Media
  • Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3

    Jan 30, 2025
    in Art, History
    Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3

    Introduction to Korean Traditional Games Korean traditional games have long been an integral part of the country’s cultural landscape, offering…

    Cultural Diversity, Curiosity, Demographics, Discussion, history, Japan, Koreans, LG, Question, Social Media, squid game, Suga, traditional games
  • Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune Telling

    Jan 30, 2025
    in Art, History
    Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune Telling

    Introduction to Saju Saju, a traditional Korean fortune-telling practice, is an intricate art that seeks to interpret an individual’s fate…

    Ancient Korea, family, history, korean fortune, Korean History, Koreans, Perspectives, purpose, Social Media
  • A Stunning Preview of Elegance in ELLE Japan’s March Issue

    Jan 29, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    A Stunning Preview of Elegance in ELLE Japan’s March Issue

    K-pop’s rising stars MEOVV are set to captivate fans with their stunning pictorial in the upcoming March 2025 issue of…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Social Media
  • Nayeon Graces TMRW Magazine’s January 2025 Special Edition in Stunning Pictorial

    Jan 27, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Nayeon Graces TMRW Magazine’s January 2025 Special Edition in Stunning Pictorial

    TWICE’s beloved member Nayeon has captivated fans once again, this time with a breathtaking special edition cover and pictorial for…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • K-pop Sensation Taemin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s February 2025 Digital Cover

    Jan 27, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-pop Sensation Taemin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s February 2025 Digital Cover

    SHINee’s Taemin continues to captivate fans with his latest stunning photoshoot for Marie Claire Korea’s February 2025 digital edition. The…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • 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
  • (G)-IDLE MVs meaning’s are one-dimensional and overhyped

    Jan 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I was planning on analyzing some of the (G)-IDLE MV’s for a paper, and I was watching Allergy and Queencard.…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, purpose, Social Media
  • K-Pop Star Haerin and Olympic Legend Kim Yuna Dazzle at Dior Beauty Event

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-Pop Star Haerin and Olympic Legend Kim Yuna Dazzle at Dior Beauty Event

    NewJeans member Haerin and Olympic figure skating champion Kim Yuna recently captured the spotlight at the Dior Lip Glow Pop-up…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • can BTS and Blackpink will able to generate billion views in YT in their comeback since most people in social media consume short form video like tiktok and shorts?

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    i missed the times when BTS and blackpink breaking records on youtube but unfortunately less people nowadays use youtube most…

    BTS, KT, Social Media
  • Chungha’s Musical Solace: A Journey of Comfort and Creativity

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Chungha’s Musical Solace: A Journey of Comfort and Creativity

    K-pop soloist Chungha is set to make a triumphant return with her 5th EP album “Alivio”, scheduled for release on…

    Discussion, K-pop, LG, Social Media
  • Jennie’s Zen: A Visual and Musical Journey of Artistic Expression and an upcoming tour

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Jennie’s Zen: A Visual and Musical Journey of Artistic Expression and an upcoming tour

    Photo Credit: Photographer and Music Video Director Cho Giseok BLACKPINK’s Jennie has surprised fans with a stunning new music video…

    K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • Are there social media in Korea like Reddit, X or Threads, where Koreans can make hot takes with a lot of engagements?

    Jan 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I am currently looking for some places where I can see genuine Koreans making hot takes on various video games…

    Koreans, Social Media
  • Thinking about it, isn’t idle in the most perfect conditions balancing money/success and stress/online hate?

    Jan 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I was thinking recently how successful idle were since debut. They have been consistently in top 5 groups of their…

    Japan, Social Media, Stress
  • Thinking about it, isn’t idle in the most perfect conditions balancing money/success and stress/online hate?

    Jan 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I was thinking recently how successful idle were since debut. They have been consistently in top 5 groups of their…

    Japan, Social Media, Stress
  • Clarification around Twitter

    Jan 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Good Day or Night Thinkers! Right now on Reddit, there is a movement to ban references and links to various…

    Discussion, Social Media
  • Are there any funny korean social media accounts out there

    Jan 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Im posting this here because it’s prob the sub with the best demographic for this post 💀 So I’m Korean…

    Japan, Korean American, KT, Question, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Do you think that people who are acting toxic here are much older than often claimed?

    Jan 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Whenever there is a discussion about toxicity here most people claim that those users are just toxic “teenager edgelords” making…

    Discussion, K-pop, Social Media, Teenager
  • What’s your favorite social media platform for your K-Pop fanboy/fangirl needs?

    Jan 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I only starting using X because of aespa but my god this app is horrible for getting K-Pop updates lol.…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • Allsale, the lead K-beauty ambassador in US

    Jan 21, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Allsale, the lead K-beauty ambassador in US

    Screenshot captured from the Allsale Linkedin post  Allsale Corporation, a South Korean startup operating an influencer marketing platform, is in…

    Donald Trump, KT, Shopping, Social Media
  • fromis_9 has been hinting at “good news”

    Jan 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    If there’s one good thing about the recent fake BPM news (“5 of fromis_9 members signed to Big Planet Made…

    Social Media
  • Rosé Radiates Elegance and Artistry in GQ Korea’s February 2025 Cover Story

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Rosé Radiates Elegance and Artistry in GQ Korea’s February 2025 Cover Story

    BLACKPINK’s Rosé graces the cover of GQ Korea’s February 2025 issue, captivating fans with her stunning photoshoot and introspective interview.…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • Dreamy Frames: Hyeri Shines in Marie Claire’s Latest Pictorial

    Jan 18, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Dreamy Frames: Hyeri Shines in Marie Claire’s Latest Pictorial

    In the latest edition of Marie Claire Korea’s January 2025 issue, K-pop idol and actress Hyeri from the popular girl…

    K-drama, K-pop, Social Media
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Jan 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on Twitter or TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss…

    KT, Social Media
  • ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao Dazzles in SuperELLE China’s January 2025 Issue

    Jan 17, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao Dazzles in SuperELLE China’s January 2025 Issue

    Rising star Zhang Hao of K-pop group ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) has captivated fans and fashion enthusiasts alike with his stunning appearance…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Social Media App??

    Jan 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Does anyone know if there is an app similar to TikTok or RedNote (China) used in Korea? I am learning…

    KT, Social Media
  • The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States

    Jan 14, 2025
    in History
    The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States

    Introduction to Korean Immigration Korean immigration has a rich and complex history that dates back to the late 19th century.…

    automotive, Bibimbap, Demographics, Discrimination, family, Gen Z, germany, history, Japan, Japanese Occupation, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, korean immigrants, Korean War, Koreans, LG, Millennials, Perspectives, Seoul, Social Media, study, Tokyo, World War
  • DOR sets sights on TikTok-like virtual world for gamers  

    Jan 13, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    DOR sets sights on TikTok-like virtual world for gamers  

    Screenshot captured from Team Dor page  South Korean startup DOR Corporation has thrown down the gauntlet to Discord, a popular…

    Faker, Japan, KT, Social Media
  • I sometimes wish Katseye WAS primarily a K-Pop group because I do NOT like how American/Western fans and media treat groups.

    Jan 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I know obviously they’d to deal with way more potential xenophobia, racism, colorism and general ignorance but still, they’d have…

    K-pop, KT, Social Media
  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Jan 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on Twitter or TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss…

    KT, Social Media
  • NewJeans’ Hyein Dazzles in Louis Vuitton for DAZED Korea’s January 2025 Issue

    Jan 10, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    NewJeans’ Hyein Dazzles in Louis Vuitton for DAZED Korea’s January 2025 Issue

    K-pop sensation Hyein, the youngest member of the girl group NewJeans, is making waves in the fashion world with her…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media
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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