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  • Women denied access to education mourn principal who gave it back

    Oct 31, 2026
    in News
    Women denied access to education mourn principal who gave it back

    “You have to go to your families and say, ‘I am a student now, I have to study, so let’s…

    Advice, Seoul, study, Teenager
  • am i the only one not okay with a20 lite?

    Oct 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    it sucks because i can see these girls are incredibly talented. they have the charm, the skills etc. but just…

    LG, study
  • Do you have a favorite idol? Be in our study!

    Oct 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    [MOD APPROVED] If you are at least 18 years of age and have a favorite idol/celebrity then please consider taking…

    Celebrity, study, Survey
  • American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee – curious about hagwons in Orange County, CA

    Oct 28, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee – curious about hagwons in Orange County, CA

    These days, I am reading American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee. Before starting to read it, I thought the story…

    Busan, study
  • Xiaojun: Architect of Vulnerability and the New Vanguard of Global Pop

    Oct 25, 2026
    in Feeds

    The Spotlight’s Cold Glow The camera lens holds its breath, fixed on the precise silhouette of Xiāo Déjùn . In the…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Photography, Seoul, study
  • Almost all coral reef ecosystems face risk of collapse in 50 years, study warns

    Oct 22, 2026
    in News

    The world’s coral reef ecosystems almost all face a high risk of collapse in the next 50 years, mostly due…

    study, Tourism
  • I’m studying abroad in Korea and was dumb and sent a 1000 won bill overseas to USA

    Oct 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Didn’t realize it wasn’t allowed until after, it’s just a letter, a photo and a 1000 won bill all in…

    study
  • I really like A2O LITE, but I’m worried about the controversy surrounding Aijing’s parents

    Oct 15, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I genuinely really like A2O LITE. I was really happy to see the group debut, and I’ve been rooting for…

    Controversy, fail, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Parents, study
  • Jennie’s special appearance for the “One of the Girls” with The Weeknd made one thing clear.

    Oct 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    No matter how Jennie is as a performer, the power she holds in South Korea is diabolical. Even after more…

    Social Media, study
  • Wonho: The Unstoppable Architect of Modern Pop & High Fashion

    Oct 7, 2026
    in Feeds

    The Magnetism of Silence: Wonho’s Architecture of Presence The camera shutter clicks, but the atmosphere in the room shifts long…

    Discussion, Japan, K-pop, purpose, Social Media, study
  • OpenAI says teens use ChatGPT for under 15 minutes a day as worries over risks grow

    Oct 7, 2026
    in News

    Teens spend under 15 minutes a day on average on ChatGPT, while less than 2% of them interact with the…

    Social Media, study
  • Do you think rescene will be a fad or continue their popularity?

    Oct 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Idk it’s not the first time a group has suddenly blown up in a small amount of time, but it…

    study
  • V01D Quake the Void: YOUTHQUAKE Is K-pop’s Loudest Reset

    Oct 6, 2026
    in Feeds

    COLD LIGHT. HOT BLOOD. A column of pale light falls through a field of stars, and five figures are already…

    Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, study
  • do you think it’s still worth it to go to a concert even if there are members missing?

    Sep 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Debating whether i should see aespa today. Pros: – first ever group i stanned so i always wanted my first…

    Advice, Parents, study
  • A Little Appreciation post for Babymonster Rora

    Sep 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Their comeback is nearing and many speculates that Rami will be back as well. But before the next full 7-member…

    study
  • Katseye having a young fanbase isn’t surprising for reasons other than their music

    Sep 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The crowds at Katseye’s concerts had a lot of people talking about how young the fanbase is. However, i don’t…

    Discussion, history, study
  • Which K-pop groups have pivoted concepts and even member positions across different countries?

    Sep 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Groups often do new singles in Japan vs. in Korea, and sometimes that extends to the U.S./etc. I’ve always wondered…

    Curiosity, Japan, K-pop, study
  • Chance to participate in an interview for a book on Korean pop culture fans of color. $25 gift card for your time and thoughts

    Sep 22, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    We’re conducting a research study about Korean media fans of color. If you consider yourself a fan, not just someone…

    K-pop, study
  • Cortis Cosmopolitan Group Study Interview

    Sep 21, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I honestly don’t know where to start. I’ve been really happy seeing Cortis’ recent vlogs because they genuinely seem happy…

    Advice, K-pop, study, Teenager
  • 1 out of 4 young Korean men may be far-right: study

    Sep 20, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    “Some 25.9 % of young Korean men appear to lean far-right politically, a recent study indicated, showing a potentially severe…

    study, Survey
  • GOT7 Jinyoung: The Architectural Modernist Defining K-Pop’s New Renaissance

    Sep 19, 2026
    in Feeds

    The Skyline Horizon The air atop the rooftop soundstage in central Seoul carries the crisp, electric bite of early autumn.…

    Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, Photography, Seoul, study
  • Which 5th gen groups do you think will manage to survive past 4/5 years? (details below, it’s based on a study I saw)

    Sep 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I saw some weeks ago on Instagram an analysis of how many groups survive past 3 years in their career,…

    Sex, study
  • Busan Port Shortage Stalls Foreign Warship MRO

    Sep 18, 2026
    in News

    On Feb. 4, the U.S. Army 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command in Korea disclosed the arrival of essential equipment for the…

    Busan, Discussion, Military, purpose, Question, request, study
  • THE ARCHITECT OF MOTION: ATEEZ YUNHO REDEFINES GLOBAL POP’S NEW ERA

    Sep 10, 2026
    in Feeds

    BLUEPRINT OF A KING: ATEEZ YUNHO RECONFIGURES GLOBAL POP’S DNA The studio air in Seoul feels charged, almost static, right…

    Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, KT, Seoul, study
  • Evaluating the Survival Skills of ATEEZ on a Stranded Island: A Very Scientific Study by Me

    Sep 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So the WANTEEZ production team in their infinite and unhinged love for chaos had the absolute galaxy-brain idea to dump…

    Discussion, Stress, study
  • Kim Taehyung: The Quiet Rebel Rewriting the DNA of Global Pop

    Sep 9, 2026
    in Feeds

    Digital Cover Feature Story The strobe cuts out, leaving only a low-slung crimson glow slicing through Venetian blinds. On the…

    BTS, Curiosity, daegu, Japan, K-pop, LG, Military, Mystery, Photography, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • Echoes in Crimson and Cobalt: Jeonghan x Joshua Redefine Pop Mastery

    Sep 2, 2026
    in Feeds
    Echoes in Crimson and Cobalt: Jeonghan x Joshua Redefine Pop Mastery

    Architects of Elegance: SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan x Joshua Command Modern Pop The hum of the camera flash cuts through the studio…

    Japan, K-pop, study
  • Listening to tourists: Busan moves to polish its coastal appeal

    Sep 2, 2026
    in News
    Listening to tourists: Busan moves to polish its coastal appeal

    Known for its sprawling coastlines, bustling traditional markets and vibrant local cuisine, Korea’s southeastern port city of Busan has long…

    Busan, study, Survey, travel
  • App for Katusa soldier

    Sep 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi, I am full Korean who lived abroad for half of my lifetime. I was accepted from Katusa(America army base…

    study
  • I hate 모의고사

    Sep 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    it’s just so boring and tiring. You have 30 minute breaks in between where no one studies and just sits…

    study
  • We should stop hating on idols who can’t speak english

    Sep 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So I have seen many people who hate on idols who can’t speak english. They keep saying that it is…

    Japan, K-pop, Kia, study
  • How is everyone pronouncing “TUIDE”? And is the name helping or hurting.

    Aug 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    When I first saw the name I thought it would be like “Étude” (A-tood) the French word for study and…

    study
  • Architectural Instincts: How Kim Sejeong Rewrote the Global Idol Paradigm

    Aug 27, 2026
    in Feeds
    Architectural Instincts: How Kim Sejeong Rewrote the Global Idol Paradigm

    Architectural Instincts: How Kim Sejeong Rewrote the Global Idol Paradigm The key light hits the studio floor at 400 lumens…

    Fame, Japan, K-pop, KT, Lotte, Seoul, study
  • South Korean women are projected to become the first national population in history with an average life expectancy above 90. An Imperial College London study placed the 2030 estimate at 90.8 years—although its calculated chance of actually crossing 90 was only 57 per cent.

    Aug 25, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    South Korean women are projected to become the first national population in history with an average life expectancy above 90. An Imperial College London study placed the 2030 estimate at 90.8 years—although its calculated chance of actually crossing 90 was only 57 per cent.

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

    history, study
  • Military Service Flowchart for Overseas Koreans, Dual Nationals, K-Diaspora/Adoptees and Gyopo

    Aug 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    30M Korean born and raised abroad, completed my military service from 2020 to 2022. I frequently see posts on this…

    Advice, Ewha, family, history, Justice, Korean Military, Koreans, Medical, Military, Parents, purpose, Question, Seoul, Sex, Stress, study, Survey, travel, Warning
  • Newjeans didn’t ruin kpop, you just really like loud music

    Aug 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    i’ve seen A LOT of people saying newjeans ruined kpop. “it was fun until newjeans became successful and suddenly all…

    Koreans, study
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Latest Korean News

  • KBO asks MLB to post All-Star slugger Roh Si-hwanOctober 31, 2026
    The Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) announced Saturday it has asked… Read more: KBO asks MLB to post All-Star slugger Roh Si-hwan
  • Women denied access to education mourn principal who gave it backOctober 31, 2026
    “You have to go to your families and say, ‘I… Read more: Women denied access to education mourn principal who gave it back
  • Korea’s top diplomat discusses ties with German, Polish counterpartsOctober 31, 2026
    Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met separately with his German and… Read more: Korea’s top diplomat discusses ties with German, Polish counterparts
  • Love hotteok? Here’s how the sugary, oil-fried snack can affect your dietOctober 31, 2026
    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Comedian Shin Bong-sun,… Read more: Love hotteok? Here’s how the sugary, oil-fried snack can affect your diet
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  • South Korea’s Exports Exceed $900 Billion for First Time… Annual ‘$1 Trillion’ Goal Within ReachNovember 1, 2026
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  • The Last 40 Seconds of WJSN’s “Pantomime” is early-kpop feeling slightly-cheesy vibes but actually AMAZING!!!November 1, 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