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  • Should I stay with a host family as a trans person?

    May 19, 2025
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    I have been learning Korean for a year now and have been looking into a Summer program for when I…

    family, study
  • My wife made

    May 17, 2025
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    My wife made

    My wife made 순두부찌개, 간장갈비찜 submitted by /u/Electronic_Study3454 [link] [comments]

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  • K-Arts Music Program

    May 7, 2025
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    I will be applying to universities very soon and have always wanted to study music (composition) at K-arts. Music is…

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  • TVXQ Changmin Appreciation Post after Tokyo Dome

    May 3, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I want to start by saying that I have been a fan of TVXQ for 16 years, and with the…

    family, Japan, Parents, study, Tokyo, travel
  • Seoul mulls joint review of Alaska LNG project with Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam

    Apr 27, 2025
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    Seoul mulls joint review of Alaska LNG project with Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam

    South Korea is one of the world’s top LNG buyer South Korea has proposed forming a consortium with Japan, Taiwan…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, Japan, Question, request, Seoul, Stress, study
  • Activist Oasis boosts Korea team amid investor-friendly policy shift

    Apr 22, 2025
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    Activist Oasis boosts Korea team amid investor-friendly policy shift

    (Courtesy of Getty Images) Hong Kong-based activist fund Oasis Management is ramping up hiring for its Korea team as Seoul’s…

    Japan, KT, KT&G, martial law, Medical, Seoul, study
  • 11 years after Sewol, families in yellow lend their strength to fights for justice

    Apr 16, 2025
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    11 years after Sewol, families in yellow lend their strength to fights for justice

    Parents of the high schoolers who died when the Sewol ferry sank on April 16, 2014, are often seen at…

    family, Hwaseong, Jeju, Justice, Koreans, Parents, Protest, Seoul, study
  • Returned to Korea for military service—was it a mistake? Lived abroad 12+ years, just got Aussie PR, now 28

    Apr 15, 2025
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    Hi everyone, I’m hoping someone here might be able to offer guidance or share similar experiences. I was born in…

    Advice, Military, Parents, study, travel
  • Has powerpuff girls been ruined for you too?

    Apr 8, 2025
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    Preface this by saying this isn’t hate! Has anyone else had powerpuff girls ruined by a certain group? Every time…

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  • Burnout

    Apr 5, 2025
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    Hi guys, I’m a 14-year-old teen living in Korea. I really like math and science, and have already decided that…

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  • Korean University Food

    Apr 5, 2025
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    Korean University Food

    Some of the meals I got when studying in Korea! submitted by /u/akitadog768 [link] [comments]

    G7, study
  • How can I get baseball tickets as a foreigner?

    Mar 31, 2025
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    I’m here studying, and Id love to go to a game at Jamsil. Is there an English – language friendly…

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  • Minecraft “oof” Sample in HOT – Le Sserafim?

    Mar 28, 2025
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    I was listening to HOT on repeat while studying and randomly picked up on the old Minecraft Steve “oof” sound…

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  • Subordinate is a racist, rich spoiled brat

    Mar 27, 2025
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    I am a Southeast Asian working in an NGO in South Korea. We are a very small NGO with only…

    family, Parents, Seoul, study
  • Dual Citizenship/Korean Citizenship Question

    Mar 25, 2025
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    okay this probably seems like a silly question but i thought someone might’ve gone through the same thing so i…

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  • A question for (ex-)fans of Jung Joon Young: How did you process the revelations about his crimes

    Mar 21, 2025
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    TW: sexual violence Hey everyone, I’m currently working on a paper for university. It’s for a seminar about fans and…

    Crime, K-pop, purpose, Question, Sex, study
  • Feeling a bit agitated visiting motherland again for the first time in 6 years

    Mar 21, 2025
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    Context: I’m korean American. Last time I was in Korea was 6 years ago when I was 12-13. My parents…

    family, Korean American, Parents, study
  • Catalog Korean Food

    Mar 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hei all I want to study about Korean Food. From the history, ingredients, philosophy and many things. Where i can…

    history, Korean Food, study
  • Ranking songs and sharing my opinion on SF9’s LOVE RACE album

    Mar 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Just a heads up, i’m no music expert so there’s not going to be a deep musical analysis here lol…

    driver, study
  • Global real estate market poised for strong rebound: Savills

    Mar 12, 2025
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    Global real estate market poised for strong rebound: Savills

    A night view of downtown Seoul (Courtesy of Getty Images) The global real estate market is expected to pick up…

    Cycling, Seoul, study
  • Can you guys recommend some good YouTube channels which make study with me or any other study related videos?

    Mar 11, 2025
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    I thought this flair is most suitable among the provided options. submitted by /u/No-Hold-7665 [link] [comments]

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  • After Korean men complete their mandatory military service, are they able to return back to their same jobs they had before they left?

    Mar 8, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Honestly I’m just wondering. I’m not Korean, but I’ve recently gone down a kdrama rabbit hole and it got me…

    KT, Military, study
  • European student housing is top of the class: Savills IM

    Mar 6, 2025
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    European student housing is top of the class: Savills IM

    Hamish Smith, head of research and strategy (UK) of Savills Investment Management The appeal of European purpose-built student housing (PBSA)…

    driver, purpose, study, Survey
  • Do you watch Kdramas? I’m doing research on kdramas and if it impacts real life romantic relationships (no biases i think both)

    Mar 2, 2025
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    Hello there! 🤗 Im studying whether K-dramas actually affect our real-life relationships? From how we treat our partners to what…

    K-drama, study
  • Thinking of an Exchange Term at Sejong – Any Advice?

    Feb 27, 2025
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    Hi! I’m from SEA, and I’m thinking about doing an exchange program for a term at Sejong University. My art…

    Advice, study
  • living and studying in South Korea as a gender non conforming/masculine woman

    Feb 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Sorry if this is a wrong subreddit for that question but I’m currently thinking about getting an education in south…

    Question, study
  • korean dub of the wicked movie

    Feb 21, 2025
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    i really want to watch the korean dub of wicked to help with studying but i’m not sure where to…

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  • Those who think

    Feb 21, 2025
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    Korea is cool, please study them If you’re struggling then I’ll Help you out submitted by /u/WerewolfOk9580 [link] [comments]

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  • [Exclusive] Being Taken Prisoner is Treason in North, I Want to go the South” Interview with North Korean Soldiers Captured in Battlefield

    Feb 19, 2025
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    This media outlet has recently met the two North Korean soldiers dispatched to Russia and taken prisoner live by the…

    family, Korean Military, KT, Military, North Korea, Parents, Pyongyang, Question, study, Ukraine
  • How to get rid of kimchi breath?

    Feb 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I love kimchi I have some in the morning and at night but it smells so strong I open up…

    Kimchi, study
  • Survey about Cultural differences between France and Korea in workplace communication

    Feb 13, 2025
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    I’m a student currently working on a thesis about cultural differences in workplace communication, specifically comparing France and Korea. As…

    Question, study, Survey
  • Yonsei KLI vs YISS

    Feb 10, 2025
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    Hello! I’m a 19y/o college sophomore. I really want to study Korean over the summer, and I’ve chosen Yonsei as…

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  • The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond

    Feb 5, 2025
    in History
    The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond

    Ancient Beginnings: The Founding of Seoul The city of Seoul, known today as the vibrant capital of South Korea, has…

    Ancient Korea, Baekje, family, Historical Landmark, historical tours, history, Japan, Japanese Occupation, Joseon, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean War, Koreans, Military, Politics, Question, Seoul, Silla, study, Three Kingdom, travel
  • Gay foreign student looking at studying at a private Christian university in Korea. Would I get kicked out/suspended?

    Feb 3, 2025
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    I’m a foreigner from the USA looking at several different graduate programmes across South Korea. There is an Engineering programme…

    Advice, LG, study
  • Why are some elderly Koreans so arrogant, entitled, and inconsiderate?

    Feb 1, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    It is not uncommon to see an elderly person in Korea cutting through lines, touching others without their consent, making…

    family, Koreans, study
  • Refresh my perspective – life in Korea

    Jan 30, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Greetings, Firstly, I’d like to apologise that this post may be lacking in focus since it relates to a few…

    Curiosity, fail, K-drama, K-pop, Koreans, LG, Parents, Perspectives, Question, Samsung, Samyang, Seoul, study, Teenager, travel
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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