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  • Soju Recommendations

    May 16, 2025
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    Soju Recommendations

    hi y’all 👋 so I’ve been obsessed with Hanjan brand of soju, most specifically their apple flavor. I like that…

    Soju
  • Is Hallasan Soju Factory tour only in Korean?

    May 15, 2025
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    Hi! We’re English speakers planning to visit the Hallasan Soju Factory in Jeju, but we’re not sure if the tour…

    Jeju, Soju
  • Is It Normal For Soju To Be Different From Bottle to Bottle?

    Apr 28, 2025
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    Greetings! For context, I recently picked up a bottle of Jinro Plum soju at my local asian grocery store, and…

    Soju
  • Where can I get Pineapple Soju shipped

    Apr 25, 2025
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    I’ve been trying to get my hands on some pineapple-flavored soju, and I found a great deal on Lee’s Discount…

    Soju
  • Canadians question about Soju

    Apr 16, 2025
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    Hey there, I am from Canada, and don’t have a lot of options for Soju, and bet there’d be tons…

    Question, Soju
  • Taiwanese Tourist Assaulted in Seoul, Police Launch Investigation

    Apr 9, 2025
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    Taiwanese Tourist Assaulted in Seoul, Police Launch Investigation

    According to a report by MBN News7 on the 8th, the incident occurred around 11 p.m. on the night of…

    Seoul, Soju
  • Kimchi food good!

    Apr 6, 2025
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    Kimchi food good!

    Delicious Kimchi Jjigae, a representative Korean dish, is very delicious. It also goes well with Korean alcohol, soju ^ submitted…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Soju
  • How do I drink soju?

    Apr 5, 2025
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    I just got the jinro chamisul peach soju and it was so bitter when I drank it (like 10-20ml) not…

    Soju
  • A solid night out

    Apr 4, 2025
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    A solid night out

    https://preview.redd.it/kfbfm65aopse1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ecc19b2d4d0aec5236bc51aff8847fc90f490a67 https://preview.redd.it/94asmwgmopse1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3a452d157551ed0276a7e548fe72e46a43e6c826 Went out with friends and had this amazing Gopchang Jeongol (곱창전골)—a spicy Korean hot pot made with beef…

    Pork, Soju
  • Does this image accurately represent a hwarang warrior?

    Mar 30, 2025
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    Does this image accurately represent a hwarang warrior?

    I’m trying to develop a soju brand and its really important i get this depiction right submitted by /u/yaboyfishmoney [link]…

    Soju
  • First Bossam Made

    Mar 17, 2025
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    First Bossam Made

    I already posted this on a different forum but well it just looks to good to not keep sharing. I’m…

    Bossam, Kimchi, Soju
  • What dish should I buy the first time eating korean food and drinking soju?

    Mar 15, 2025
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    I’m gonna try korean food and soju for the first time soon because finally there has opened a korean restaurant…

    Advice, Korean Food, Soju
  • Jinro green grape soju tastes wrong lately?

    Mar 2, 2025
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    Has anyone else noticed the Jinro green grape tasting off lately? At first I thought maybe the liquor store I…

    Soju
  • Can you name the old K-pop videos that used to be on rotation in the background at Noraebang

    Feb 23, 2025
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    Don’t know if it has changed or not, but I remember many years ago when I actually used to be…

    K-pop, LG, Soju
  • Good Friends

    Feb 13, 2025
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    Good Friends

    I grabbed these in the US to play some drinking games with friends. Our selection is.. lacking to say the…

    Soju
  • My 2nd Sooldamhwa Subscription Box

    Feb 13, 2025
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    My 2nd Sooldamhwa Subscription Box

    Just received my second subscription box from Sooldamhwa. This month is Kimchi themed. I’m also including pictures from last month’s…

    Kimchi, Soju
  • Beginner soju?

    Feb 12, 2025
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    What soju do you recommend for me to try, I’m really interested with jinro is back soju since I’ve been…

    KT, Soju
  • i want to make yakgwa without soju (have an alcohol allergy). what non-alcoholic liquid can i substitute for soju in this case?

    Jan 31, 2025
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    i cant have alcohol due to experiencing allergic breakouts when drinking it, so ive never had soju before. do you…

    Soju
  • Korean fried chicken with soju or beer

    Jan 17, 2025
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    I love Korean food! I’ve heard that Korean fried chicken goes really well with soju or beer, so I’m thinking…

    Korean Food, Soju
  • What food goes best with soju?

    Jan 16, 2025
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    Korean friends recommended Jinro Chamisul soju, so I gave it a try. Compared to tequila, vodka, or whiskey, which are…

    Korean Food, Soju
  • I’m new to Korean food, and I want to know your thoughts about soju.

    Jan 14, 2025
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    For a little background, I’m an American living in the southern countryside. I recently started watching Korean dramas and movies,…

    Korean Food, Soju
  • Help me with soju for a home party!

    Jan 4, 2025
    in Community

    I’m hosting a home party with friends who love Korean culture. We’re planning to watch K-dramas and even try making…

    K-drama, Korean Food, Soju
  • Invited to a Korean colleagues’s dinner and looking for soju recommendations

    Dec 31, 2024
    in Community

    My Korean colleague is returning to Korea next month, and he invited me over for dinner. He’s going to make…

    Korean Food, Soju
  • What’s the most popular soju flavor?

    Dec 14, 2024
    in Community

    Lately, I’ve been super into soju and trying all different flavors and brands. What’s the best-tasting soju you’ve had? Personally,…

    Soju
  • First time trying Soju, any brand recommendations?

    Dec 8, 2024
    in Community
    First time trying Soju, any brand recommendations?

    Do you know any decent Korean restaurants in Dallas? I’ve always wanted to try this green bottle whenever I watched…

    Soju
  • Soju Frenzy

    Dec 1, 2024
    in Community
    Soju Frenzy

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

    Soju
  • Jinro Soju Products

    Nov 28, 2024
    in Community

    So there used to be a jinro soju pop-up store last year. Does anybody know if there’s going to be…

    Seoul, Soju
  • The Jung Kook lookalike contest in Chicago actually happened

    Nov 25, 2024
    in Community

    Turns out our boy can pull a massive crowd to stand under a cold bridge and watch a parade of…

    Soju
  • HiteJinro sees annual soju exports to Cambodia grows 31%

    Nov 22, 2024
    in News
    HiteJinro sees annual soju exports to Cambodia grows 31%

    HiteJinro Co., South Korea’s leading soju maker, resumed its Jinro EDM Festival at Cambodia’s Bon Om Tuk water festival after…

    Soju
  • Mixing soju with yakult

    Nov 18, 2024
    in Community

    Just curious is there a specific ratio for doing this? I heard doing this makes soju very easy to drink.…

    Soju
  • Plum soju

    Nov 12, 2024
    in Community

    submitted by /u/Due_Catch_9473 [link] [comments]

    Soju
  • Korean Themed Dinner Party

    Nov 12, 2024
    in Community

    A group of friends and I (6 people total) have started doing group themed dinners. Usually a country to theme…

    LG, Question, Soju
  • Girl on tiktok who is a jk stan is back and needs serious help, she’s been known to dox herself and has various psychological problems.

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    Tiktok @: svitlana.tkachenko_ Hi everyone, i’m not a kpop fan or stan anymore but this girl on my tiktok appeared…

    KT, Soju
  • Which European country is most similar to South Korea in your opinion?

    Oct 23, 2024
    in Community

    Personally, I feel like Poland is an eerie parallel to South Korea in an alternate universe. We were both bullied…

    family, germany, history, Japan, LG, Soju
  • Help with Soju brand

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Community
    Help with Soju brand

    I received this Soju bottle as a gift from someone as a souvenir from South Korea. Could you share with…

    Soju
  • Foreigner asks about something from Korean history

    Oct 19, 2024
    in Community

    This may not even be part of the actual history, but I’ve seen it done in historical K-dramas most of…

    fail, history, K-drama, Korean History, Soju
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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