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  • Caring for the Idols we love, RM specifically

    May 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m quite new to K-pop, being an aging American Midwest Gen-X’er. I find it THRILLING in so many respects, especially…

    Advice, BTS, Japan, K-pop, Stress
  • What are the “little things” from your bias that instantly make your day better?

    May 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    We all have those big moments like comeback teasers or concert announcements that get us hyped, but lately, I’ve been…

    fail, Stress
  • Lee vows zero compromise on workplace safety in Labor Day address

    May 1, 2026
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    Lee vows zero compromise on workplace safety in Labor Day address

    President Lee Jae Myung on Friday pledged unwavering commitment to workplace safety in his address to mark Labor Day at…

    Stress
  • Lee vows zero compromise on workplace safety in Labor Day address

    May 1, 2026
    in News
    Lee vows zero compromise on workplace safety in Labor Day address

    President Lee Jae Myung on Friday pledged unwavering commitment to workplace safety in his address to mark Labor Day at…

    Stress
  • S. Korean envoy stresses commitment to ‘peaceful coexistence’ on peninsula, denuclearization

    May 1, 2026
    in News
    S. Korean envoy stresses commitment to ‘peaceful coexistence’ on peninsula, denuclearization

    WASHINGTON — South Korea’s top envoy to the U.N. reaffirmed Seoul’s commitment to “peaceful coexistence” on the Korean Peninsula and…

    Military, North Korea, Peace, Seoul, Stress
  • Do you ever think about how different your life is from idols who are the same age?

    May 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    This past week has been Xnghan’s comeback and I have been going to various events for it and talking with…

    Stress, study
  • Union wants foreign language teachers to know their rights

    May 1, 2026
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    Union wants foreign language teachers to know their rights

    She broke her foot, and still had to go to work. While her students were busy taking a test, she…

    Busan, Crime, daegu, Daejeon, Discrimination, fail, Japan, Jeju, Koreans, KT, Minimum Wage, Seoul, Stress, study
  • Kleennara 99.9% Disinfecting wipes….what kind of Korean space magic is in these to make them so effective? What is the US equivalent?

    Apr 30, 2026
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    Kleennara 99.9% Disinfecting wipes….what kind of Korean space magic is in these to make them so effective? What is the US equivalent?

    These are Kleennara 99.9% disinfecting wipes. They are some of the most effective disinfecting wipes I have ever used, multiple…

    Stress
  • Getting a driver’s license in just 1 month

    Apr 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Getting a driver’s license in just 1 month

    Hi everyone! I’m an international student living in Seoul, and I recently got my Korean driver’s license in less than…

    driver, Question, Seoul, Stress
  • First time buying XG tickets!! need help with presale 🙏

    Apr 28, 2026
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    Hey everyone! I’m a new fan and this will actually be my first time buying an XG concert ticket… and…

    Advice, Stress
  • NARIN UNLATCHED: MEOVV’s Final Piece, Now Leading the Pack

    Apr 28, 2026
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    NARIN UNLATCHED: MEOVV’s Final Piece, Now Leading the Pack

    MEOVV’s Final Piece Steps Into Allure Korea x Golden Goose’s April 2026 Digital Cover — And Nothing Will Be the…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, KT, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Stress
  • Finance minister stresses big-small biz cooperation in bio sector

    Apr 27, 2026
    in News
    Finance minister stresses big-small biz cooperation in bio sector

    Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol on Monday emphasized cooperation between large corporations and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the bio…

    Stress
  • Upset that Yuna’s icecream melted away so fast, when it had the flavor to last longer than it should’ve 🍦

    Apr 26, 2026
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    One solo I feel people overlooked BAD during March was Yuna’s debut Ice Cream. Not only was I surprised by…

    Stress
  • SOULS RESTORED: Billlie’s Chapter Two Changes Everything

    Apr 26, 2026
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    SOULS RESTORED: Billlie’s Chapter Two Changes Everything

    Kpoppie Magazine | Digital Cover Story | April 2026 By Kpoppie Magazine Editorial Team | Velocity Entertainment Inc Japan /…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, LG, Mystery, Photography, Stress
  • Click-clack: In high-pressure Korea, young people find stress relief in keycaps

    Apr 25, 2026
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    Click-clack: In high-pressure Korea, young people find stress relief in keycaps

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

    Stress
  • What it actually feels like to be a student in South Korea

    Apr 25, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m a high school student in South Korea, and honestly, I don’t think people realize how mentally exhausting this system…

    Stress, study
  • Opinions about Heeseung/Evan at Kcon LA 2026

    Apr 22, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    As an Engene who isn’t an aggressive ot7 truther, I’m not sure how I feel about Heeseung’s return to the…

    Stress
  • TAEYONG Gold,Gravity& Grace

    Apr 21, 2026
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    TAEYONG Gold,Gravity& Grace

    The Art of Becoming, One Chapter at a Time He stepped out of military service on a December afternoon and…

    Japan, K-pop, Korean Art, KT, LG, Military, netizens, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Stress
  • Outgoing BOK chief stresses broader role of central bank in addressing long-term challenges

    Apr 20, 2026
    in News
    Outgoing BOK chief stresses broader role of central bank in addressing long-term challenges

    Outgoing Bank of Korea (BOK) Gov. Rhee Chang-yong said Monday achieving economic stability and growth through monetary and fiscal policy…

    Seoul, Stress
  • TNX: CALL ME BACK — K-POP’S ROCK ERA JUST FOUND ITS VOICE

    Apr 19, 2026
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    TNX: CALL ME BACK — K-POP’S ROCK ERA JUST FOUND ITS VOICE

    TV LIFE Japan — April 2026 Issue | Kpoppie Magazine Digital Cover Story Feature Article: Kpoppie Magazine — April 2026…

    Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Kakao, KT, Military, purpose, Seoul, Stress, Surfing, Tokyo, travel
  • Health tip: Sauna can offer benefits similar to exercising

    Apr 15, 2026
    in News
    Health tip: Sauna can offer benefits similar to exercising

    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. It is not uncommon to see middle-aged and older adults enjoying the sauna…

    Stress, study
  • Donghae Alive: Concept Photos Ignite a New Era

    Apr 8, 2026
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    Donghae Alive: Concept Photos Ignite a New Era

    Photo Credits: ODE Entertainment Donghae of Super Junior steps into his solo spotlight with the first full album ALIVE, releasing April…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Stress
  • Industry minister urges labor-management cooperation amid Mideast crisis

    Mar 30, 2026
    in News
    Industry minister urges labor-management cooperation amid Mideast crisis

    Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan on Monday called for cooperation between labor and management, stressing that the Korean economy is facing…

    KT, Stress
  • PM says Korea seeks to strengthen industrial, technological cooperation with China

    Mar 26, 2026
    in News
    PM says Korea seeks to strengthen industrial, technological cooperation with China

    Prime Minister Kim Min-seok said Thursday that Korea seeks to promote industrial and technological cooperation with China as part of…

    Stress, Ukraine
  • What Korean dish took time for you to like?

    Mar 21, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I remember the first time I tried Kimchi Jjigae and I was honestly overwhelmed by the sourness and the funk…

    Jjigae, Kimchi, Stress
  • Yupdduk is BEST when you’re stressed! 😆

    Mar 19, 2026
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    Yupdduk is BEST when you’re stressed! 😆

    Original yupdduk. Mild(still spicy!) I usually cook at least couple of other things as the sides. So good with sweet…

    Stress
  • SEVENTEEN’s The8 & Vernon: The Art of Duality in Motion

    Mar 18, 2026
    in Feeds
    SEVENTEEN’s The8 & Vernon: The Art of Duality in Motion

    Photo Credits: ALLURE Korea. Golden Goose. Pledis Entertainment When Allure Korea unveiled its April 2026 cover — featuring SEVENTEEN’s The8 and Vernon…

    Fame, K-pop, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Stress
  • AHOF’s Steven & JL: Game Changers Ignite Y Magazine

    Mar 17, 2026
    in Feeds
    AHOF’s Steven & JL: Game Changers Ignite Y Magazine

    Photo Credits: Y Magazine + F&F Entertainment AHOF’s Steven and JL shatter expectations in Y Magazine Issue No. 20, their…

    family, K-pop, Stress, Tokyo
  • is this a phase and is this healthy as a teenage girl?

    Mar 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m 16F this year, and ever since I got back into Kpop last year (I was already a fan in…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, LG, Stress, study
  • N. Korea promotes new street for families of soldiers killed in Russia-Ukraine war

    Mar 14, 2026
    in News
    N. Korea promotes new street for families of soldiers killed in Russia-Ukraine war

    Families of North Korean soldiers killed during the Russia-Ukraine war have begun to move into homes on a newly built…

    North Korea, Parents, Pyongyang, Stress, Ukraine
  • Gov’t rejects Japan’s renewed Dokdo claim, vows firm response

    Mar 13, 2026
    in News
    Gov’t rejects Japan’s renewed Dokdo claim, vows firm response

    The presidential office on Friday rejected Japan’s renewed territorial claim over Dokdo, stressing that no sovereignty dispute exists over Korea’s…

    Japan, Stress, Tokyo
  • KATSEYE’s Glamour Mexico Reign: Chaos Meets Couture

    Mar 13, 2026
    in Feeds
    KATSEYE’s Glamour Mexico Reign: Chaos Meets Couture

    Photo Credits: Glamour México y Latinoamérica + HYBE + Geffen Records KATSEYE graces the March 2026 cover of Glamour México…

    K-pop, KT, LG, Seoul, Stress
  • If you liked “THAT’S A NO NO” by ITZY, try listening to-

    Mar 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    some of their other secret bangers, such as: Kiss and Tell is a Brat-core, electronic bop WALK (The performance in…

    Japan, LG, Peace, Stress
  • comfort food after a stressful shift

    Mar 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    comfort food after a stressful shift

    submitted by /u/EnvironmentalYak8681 [link] [comments]

    Stress
  • A very weird crime from yesterday’s news report

    Mar 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Marked NSFW as it is about a violent crime. So to summarise what happened, a Korean couple in their 30s…

    Crime, Japan, Stress
  • ALPHA DRIVE ONE — ‘Burning Road’: The K-pop Vanguard Redefining Speed, Style, and Soul

    Mar 1, 2026
    in Feeds
    ALPHA DRIVE ONE — ‘Burning Road’: The K-pop Vanguard Redefining Speed, Style, and Soul

    Photo Credits: Harper’s Bazaar Korea + WAKEONE Entertainment The Turning Point of ALD1 K-pop loves a story of reinvention —…

    Discussion, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Military, purpose, Seoul, Stress, Tokyo
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Latest Korean News

  • ‘The Vegetarian’ by Han Kang voted top favorite among Int’l Booker Prize winnersMay 5, 2026
    Han Kang’s “The Vegetarian” has been chosen as readers’ favorite… Read more: ‘The Vegetarian’ by Han Kang voted top favorite among Int’l Booker Prize winners
  • 4 iconic hanok K-drama fans must visit in MayMay 5, 2026
    As May ushers in the full bloom of spring, there… Read more: 4 iconic hanok K-drama fans must visit in May
  • Back to the classroomMay 5, 2026
    At 8:30 a.m., I walked into a classroom where I… Read more: Back to the classroom
  • ‘Pookie’ hitmakers return as 4: Fifty Fifty confirms comeback without Hana amid recoveryMay 5, 2026
    K-pop girl group Fifty Fifty will return this summer —… Read more: ‘Pookie’ hitmakers return as 4: Fifty Fifty confirms comeback without Hana amid recovery
  • Explosion at fireworks plant in China kills at least 26 people, state media saysMay 5, 2026
    BEIJING — An explosion at a fireworks plant in a… Read more: Explosion at fireworks plant in China kills at least 26 people, state media says

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  • G-Dragon Gifts Luxury Apartments to Longtime Staff, after earning an estimated 65 billion KRW ($48 million USD) in 2025 aloneMay 5, 2026
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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