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  • From Metaverse to Melodies: aespa’s ‘Flowers’ Redefines Their Musical Landscape

    Oct 21, 2024
    in Entertainment

    K-pop sensation aespa has once again captivated fans with the release of their latest single, “Flowers,” which dropped as an…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Metaverse, Social Media
  • TEMPEST Takes Center Stage: What Fans Can Expect in 2024-2025!

    Oct 21, 2024
    in Entertainment

    K-pop sensation TEMPEST is gearing up for an exciting year ahead, promising fans a whirlwind of new music, performances, and…

    Discussion, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, purpose, Social Media
  • MiRi’s Heartfelt Debut: ‘You Were My First Love’ Captivates K-Pop Fans

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    MiRi’s Heartfelt Debut: ‘You Were My First Love’ Captivates K-Pop Fans

    Excitement is building in the K-pop world as a new star prepares to make her mark. MiRi, the latest addition…

    Curiosity, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Korean Art, LG, Perspectives, Social Media
  • 2NE1 Makes Triumphant Return to Variety TV on “You Kids On The Block ” After a Decade

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    2NE1 Makes Triumphant Return to Variety TV  on “You Kids On The Block ” After a Decade

    Iconic K-pop girl group 2NE1 is set to make waves once again as they prepare for their first variety show…

    family, history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Seoul, Social Media
  • TVXQ! Set to Celebrate 20 Years in Japan with Monumental Album ‘ZONE’

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    TVXQ! Set to Celebrate 20 Years in Japan with Monumental Album ‘ZONE’

    K-pop legends TVXQ! are gearing up for a milestone celebration that’s bound to excite fans across generations. The duo is…

    history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Seoul, Social Media
  • From Stage to Style: ILLIT’s Fashion Forward Debut in Vogue Korea

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Entertainment
    From Stage to Style: ILLIT’s Fashion Forward Debut in Vogue Korea

    Photo Credits: Vogue Korea Rising K-pop sensation ILLIT has taken the fashion world by storm, landing a coveted spot on…

    Fame, history, K-pop, K-pop industry, Seoul, Social Media
  • BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars Surprise Fans with Catchy Collaboration “APT.”

    Oct 18, 2024
    in Entertainment
    BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars Surprise Fans with Catchy Collaboration “APT.”

    K-pop sensation Rosé of BLACKPINK and Grammy-winning artist Bruno Mars have joined forces to release a surprise collaboration titled “APT.”…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • BLACKPINK’s LISA and Rising Star Tyla Stun in Rolling Stone’s November 2024 Issue

    Oct 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    BLACKPINK’s LISA and Rising Star Tyla Stun in Rolling Stone’s November 2024 Issue

    BLACKPINK’s LISA and Rising Star Tyla Stun in Rolling Stone’s November 2024 IssueIn a groundbreaking collaboration that’s set the K-pop…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Seoul, Social Media
  • 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
  • BTS Jin reveals track list of six songs for his solo album ‘Happy’

    Oct 17, 2024
    in News
    BTS Jin reveals track list of six songs for his solo album ‘Happy’

    BTS Jin (Courtesy of Big Hit Music) The title track of the first solo album to be released by BTS…

    BTS, Military, Social Media
  • There are a lot of K-pop fans here, so as a Korean woman in 20s who is not interested in celebrities, I just want to tell you.

    Oct 16, 2024
    in Community

    Sometimes when I go abroad or talk to foreigners, there are a lot of people who try to teach me…

    Celebrity, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • From Seoul to San Francisco: FIFTY FIFTY’s Love Sprinkle Tour Hits the USA!

    Oct 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    From Seoul to San Francisco: FIFTY FIFTY’s Love Sprinkle Tour Hits the USA!

    K-pop sensation FIFTY FIFTY is gearing up to make their American debut with their upcoming “Love Sprinkle Tour” across the…

    Curiosity, Houston, K-pop, Seoul, Social Media
  • Forestella’s ‘Apocalypse’: Kang Hyungho’s Concept Photo Ignites Fan Excitement!

    Oct 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Forestella’s ‘Apocalypse’: Kang Hyungho’s Concept Photo Ignites Fan Excitement!

    Forestella, the rising crossover male quartet, is set to captivate fans once again with their upcoming digital single “Apocalypse.” The…

    Discussion, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Has certain parts of K-Pop always been this toxic?

    Oct 14, 2024
    in Community

    I legitimately don’t know. I listened to Big Bang and that generation of K-Pop artists when they started getting popular…

    K-pop, Social Media
  • 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
  • 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.

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    Sex, sexual assault, Social Media
  • Embracing Change: Inside PURPLE KISS’s Exciting ‘HEADWAY’ Album

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Embracing Change: Inside PURPLE KISS’s Exciting ‘HEADWAY’ Album

    K-pop sensation PURPLE KISS is gearing up to captivate fans once again with their highly anticipated 7th mini album, “HEADWAY.”…

    Fame, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Shingu University Festival 2024: Experience the Ultimate K-Pop Celebration!

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Shingu University Festival 2024: Experience the Ultimate K-Pop Celebration!

    Excitement is building among K-pop enthusiasts as Shingu University gears up for its highly anticipated 17th October festival. This year’s…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • Elegance Redefined: Jennie of BLACKPINK Graces W Korea’s November Issue

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Elegance Redefined: Jennie of BLACKPINK Graces W Korea’s November Issue

    In a stunning display of elegance and style, BLACKPINK’s Jennie has once again graced the cover of W Korea for…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • OMEGAX Takes Center Stage: 2024 ‘To.’ Tour Promises Unforgettable Concerts in Japan!

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    OMEGAX Takes Center Stage: 2024 ‘To.’ Tour Promises Unforgettable Concerts in Japan!

    K-pop sensation OMEGAX is gearing up to take Japan by storm with their highly anticipated 2024 ‘To.’ Tour. This exciting announcement…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Lotte, Social Media, Tokyo
  • NewJeans’ Haerin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s November 2024 Cover in Dior Collaboration

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Entertainment
    NewJeans’ Haerin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s November 2024 Cover in Dior Collaboration

    K-pop sensation Haerin, a member of the popular girl group NewJeans, has once again captured the spotlight with her latest…

    Celebrity, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Social Media
  • Cheers to Two Years: Celebrating Lee Chaeyeon’s Solo Journey in K-Pop!

    Oct 11, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Cheers to Two Years: Celebrating Lee Chaeyeon’s Solo Journey in K-Pop!

    Today marks a significant milestone for K-pop fans as Lee Chaeyeon celebrates the second anniversary of her solo debut. Known…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Social Media
  • Empowerment and Elegance: JENNIE’s New Single ‘Mantra’ Takes Center Stage

    Oct 11, 2024
    in Entertainment

    K-pop sensation JENNIE has made her highly anticipated solo return with the release of her new single “Mantra” and its…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, Social Media
  • Naver Pay partners with GLN International

    Oct 2, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Naver Pay partners with GLN International

    South Korea’s Naver Pay announced on Wednesday that it partnered with Hana Bank’s global payment network subsidiary, GLN International, to…

    Japan, Naver, Social Media
  • Korean cosmetics fly off shelves on Amazon, other e-commerce platforms

    Sep 26, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Korean cosmetics fly off shelves on Amazon, other e-commerce platforms

    Korean cosmetics (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korean cosmetics are top picks among beauty products on Amazon.com and other global e-commerce…

    history, Japan, Joseon, Korean Comapny, KT, LG, Shopping, Social Media
  • Influencers wield greater power in marketing in S.Korea

    Sep 25, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Influencers wield greater power in marketing in S.Korea

    (Courtesy of Getty Images)  Merch reliance on digital content creators for marketing is growing bigger in South Korea, allowing some…

    Advertisement, Koreans, Seoul, Social Media, Survey, Teenager
  • Korean ramen makers set sights on Latin America beyond US

    Sep 18, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Korean ramen makers set sights on Latin America beyond US

    Nongshim’s Shin Ramyun is the top-selling Korean ramen worldwide Nongshim Co. and Samyang Foods Co., South Korea’s two largest ramen…

    Buldak Ramen, Busan, Japan, Korean Comapny, Korean Ramen, Samyang, Social Media
  • Lotte Wellfood ,Topper Guild to co-work for Pepero Day promotion

    Sep 12, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Lotte Wellfood ,Topper Guild to co-work for Pepero Day promotion

    South Korea’s Lotte Wellfood Co. said on Monday it partnered with the US YouTuber Topper Guild to promote Pepero  Day.…

    Lotte, Social Media
  • E-Mart, CJ CheilJedang to beef up strategic partnership

    Sep 4, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    E-Mart, CJ CheilJedang to beef up strategic partnership

    CJ CheilJedang CEO Kang Shin-ho (third from left) and E-Mart CEO Han Chae-yang (second from right) pose for a photo…

    CJ Cheiljedang, Korean Comapny, Korean Technology, Social Media
  • Fashion ODM Pond Group buys K-beauty retailer Most

    Aug 19, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Fashion ODM Pond Group buys K-beauty retailer Most

    Adidas Bukchon Heritage Store in Seoul. Pond is an ODM of Adidas Pond Group, a South Korean original design manufacturing…

    BBC, Japan, Seoul, Social Media
  • Fashion retailer Handsome’s luxury skincare brand lures Chinese

    Jul 22, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Fashion retailer Handsome’s luxury skincare brand lures Chinese

    Chinese customer looking at Oera products in Shilla I Park duty-free (Courtesy of Oera) South Korean clothing manufacturer and retailer…

    Hyundai, Social Media, travel
  • Struggling Korean retail stores lick Dubai chocolate, Dippin’ Dots

    Jul 19, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Struggling Korean retail stores lick Dubai chocolate, Dippin’ Dots

    A CU employee showcases a large model box of Dubai-style chocolate, which launched on July 6. The initial stock of…

    Korean Comapny, Seoul, Social Media
  • Kumho Tire to sponsor Eintracht Frankfurt

    Jul 18, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Kumho Tire to sponsor Eintracht Frankfurt

    South Korea’s Kumho Tire Co. announced on Thursday that it signed a three-year strategic partnership agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt, Germany’s…

    germany, Social Media
  • Korean cosmetics makers see record Q2 profits led by exports

    Jul 17, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Korean cosmetics makers see record Q2 profits led by exports

    An Olive Young beauty store in Seoul  South Korean cosmetics original development and design manufacturers (ODMs) such as Cosmax Inc.,…

    Joseon, K-pop, Korean Comapny, Seoul, Social Media, Soju
  • Lotte Home Shopping’s Bellygom debuts in Taiwan, Japan

    Jul 10, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Lotte Home Shopping’s Bellygom debuts in Taiwan, Japan

    South Korea’s Lotte Home Shopping announced on Wednesday that its character Bellygom will enter the Taiwanese and Japanese content market,following…

    Japan, Korean Comapny, Lotte, Shopping, Social Media
  • Frozen kimbap market emerges as new K-food battlefield

    Jun 14, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Frozen kimbap market emerges as new K-food battlefield

    Allgot’s frozen kimbap  South Korean fishery processing and seafood major Sajo Daelim Corp. has forayed into the frozen kimbap market,…

    CJ Cheiljedang, Japan, Korean Comapny, Korean Food, Koreans, LG, 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