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  • 다른나라도 그 나라 커뮤니티를 따로 번역해서 외국인들이 소비하는 사이트가 많나요?

    Mar 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    외국인들 우리나라 커뮤니티들 번역해서 사이트 만드는걸 레딧하면서 알게 됬는데 중국 웨이보는 거의 24시간 퍼가는거 같고 일본은 daebaktokyo, pannchoa, allkpop같은 영어권…

    KT, Tokyo
  • Korean Air changes badge before full integration with Asiana Airlines

    Mar 11, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korean Air changes badge before full integration with Asiana Airlines

    Korean Air Chairman and CEO Cho Won-tae introduces the company’s new CI on March 11, 2025 (Courtesy of Korean Air)…

    Busan, family, Justice, Seoul, Tokyo, Tourism
  • Gaming company NXC looks to unload stroller maker Stokke

    Mar 3, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Gaming company NXC looks to unload stroller maker Stokke

    A Stokke store in The Galleria, a department store in Gwanggyo, South Korea NXC Corp., the holding company of South…

    Tokyo
  • NCT’s Renjun Dazzles in OK! China’s March 2025 Issue: A Rising Star’s Journey

    Mar 1, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    NCT’s Renjun Dazzles in OK! China’s March 2025 Issue: A Rising Star’s Journey

    In a stunning display of talent and charisma, NCT’s Renjun graces the cover of OK! China’s March 2025 issue, captivating…

    Celebrity, K-pop, K-pop industry, Tokyo
  •  FIFTY FIFTY’s Chanelle Moon and Athena Dazzle in Style Magazine’s March 2025 Issue: A Look at the Group’s New Era

    Mar 1, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
     FIFTY FIFTY’s Chanelle Moon and Athena Dazzle in Style Magazine’s March 2025 Issue: A Look at the Group’s New Era

    In a stunning display of elegance and charm, FIFTY FIFTY members Chanelle Moon and Athena grace the pages of Style…

    K-pop, KT, LG, purpose, Tokyo
  • K-pop Sensation ATEEZ Graces CREA Magazine’s Spring 2025 Cover

    Mar 1, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-pop Sensation ATEEZ Graces CREA Magazine’s Spring 2025 Cover

    ATEEZ, the chart-topping K-pop group, has once again captured the hearts of fans worldwide with their latest magazine feature. The…

    Celebrity, K-pop, LG, purpose, Social Media, Tokyo
  • NJZ’s Danielle Marsh Dazzles in ELLE Singapore x Celine March 2025 Cover Shoot

    Feb 28, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    NJZ’s Danielle Marsh Dazzles in ELLE Singapore x Celine March 2025 Cover Shoot

    In a stunning display of style and grace, Danielle Marsh, a key member of the newly rebranded K-pop group NJZ…

    K-pop, LG, purpose, Seoul, Tokyo
  • SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Stuns in Numéro TOKYO April 2025 Special Edition: A Visual Feast for Fans

    Feb 28, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Stuns in Numéro TOKYO April 2025 Special Edition: A Visual Feast for Fans

    K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN’s leader S.Coups has once again captivated fans with his latest photoshoot for Numéro TOKYO’s April 2025 Special…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Photography, purpose, Social Media, Tokyo
  • US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth eyes March visit to Seoul

    Feb 26, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth eyes March visit to Seoul

    US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at a press conference in Brussels in February (Courtesy of Yonhap) US Defense Secretary…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, Hyundai, Japan, Korean Military, martial law, Military, Seoul, Tokyo
  • CHA Biotech seeks to resume healthcare unit IPO after affiliates’ merger

    Feb 26, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    CHA Biotech seeks to resume healthcare unit IPO after affiliates’ merger

    CHA Bio Group’s headquarters in Korea CHA Biotech Co., South Korea’s leading stem cell therapeutics developer, plans to resume an…

    Discussion, family, Japan, Medical, request, Seoul, Tokyo
  • South Korea to levy 38% anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel products

    Feb 20, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    South Korea to levy 38% anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel products

    Hot-rolled steel plates produced at POSCO’s steel mill at Gwangyang Steelworks South Korea plans to impose up to 38% provisional…

    Donald Trump, Hyundai, Japan, POSCO, request, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Korea to probe Chinese, Japanese steel imports over anti-dumping claims

    Feb 19, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korea to probe Chinese, Japanese steel imports over anti-dumping claims

    Hyundai Steel employees are heating iron at a blast furnace South Korea is set to launch an anti-dumping investigation into…

    Hyundai, Japan, POSCO, Seoul, Tokyo
  • ENHYPEN Members Shine in High-Fashion Magazine Collaborations

    Feb 15, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    ENHYPEN Members Shine in High-Fashion Magazine Collaborations

    K-pop sensation ENHYPEN is making waves in the fashion world with two prestigious magazine features set to captivate fans in…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Tokyo
  • Sweet Melodies and Silver Screens: ILLIT’s ‘Almond Chocolate’ Delights Fans

    Feb 13, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Sweet Melodies and Silver Screens: ILLIT’s ‘Almond Chocolate’ Delights Fans

    K-pop sensation ILLIT is set to sweeten Valentine’s Day with their first Japanese original single, “Almond Chocolate,” releasing on February…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Hearts2Hearts Set to Captivate K-pop Fans with Debut Single ‘The Chase’

    Feb 12, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Hearts2Hearts Set to Captivate K-pop Fans with Debut Single ‘The Chase’

    SM Entertainment’s newest girl group, Hearts2Hearts, is gearing up to make their highly anticipated debut with their first single album,…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Tokyo
  • Lunar Butterflies: LUN8’s Enchanting Comeback Teaser Photos

    Feb 11, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    Lunar Butterflies: LUN8’s Enchanting Comeback Teaser Photos

    In a dazzling display of artistry and anticipation, K-pop sensation LUN8 has unveiled their latest concept photos for their upcoming…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Tokyo
  • K-Pop Sensation NOMAD Set to Dazzle Tokyo with Two-Week Concert Series

    Feb 11, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-Pop Sensation NOMAD Set to Dazzle Tokyo with Two-Week Concert Series

    The rising K-Pop boy group NOMAD is gearing up to take Tokyo by storm with their upcoming concert series, “NOMAD…

    Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Pop Powerhouses Unite: LISA, Doja Cat, and RAYE Redefine Heartbreak in ‘Born Again’ [Music Video]

    Feb 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    In a dazzling fusion of K-pop, American rap, and British pop, BLACKPINK’s LISA, Doja Cat, and RAYE have joined forces…

    BTS, fail, K-pop, Photography, Silla, Tokyo
  • NCT’s Mark Shines in Polo Ralph Lauren for Arena Homme+ Korea

    Feb 7, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    NCT’s Mark Shines in Polo Ralph Lauren for Arena Homme+ Korea

    In a stunning collaboration that bridges K-pop and high fashion, Mark Lee of NCT graces the cover of Arena Homme+…

    K-pop, Tokyo
  • ONF Embarks on a Musical Journey with “FIND THE ROUTE” Concept

    Feb 6, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    K-pop sensation ONF is set to captivate fans once again with their upcoming release, “ONF:MY IDENTITY,” the first part of…

    K-pop, Question, Tokyo
  • HYBE’s New J-Pop Audition Show: A Dream’s Start Line

    Feb 6, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    HYBE’s New J-Pop Audition Show: A Dream’s Start Line

    In a thrilling announcement for K-pop and J-pop enthusiasts alike, HYBE Labels Japan is set to launch an exciting new…

    Global Expansion, history, Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • K-Pop Extravaganza Set to Electrify Tokyo: Kstyle PARTY 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Lineup

    Feb 5, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    K-Pop Extravaganza Set to Electrify Tokyo: Kstyle PARTY 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Lineup

    Music fans are in for a treat as the highly anticipated Kstyle PARTY 2025 prepares to take over Ariake Arena…

    identification, K-pop, Lotte, Social Media, Tokyo
  • BLACKPINK’s JISOO’s Electrifying Asian Tour Kicks Off in Tokyo

    Feb 4, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds
    BLACKPINK’s JISOO’s Electrifying Asian Tour Kicks Off in Tokyo

    K-pop sensation JISOO, a member of the globally acclaimed group BLACKPINK, is set to dazzle fans with her solo debut…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • OpenAI, SoftBank tap Samsung for Stargate AI initiative

    Feb 4, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    OpenAI, SoftBank tap Samsung for Stargate AI initiative

    SoftBank Chairman and CEO Masayoshi Son (left) and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman attend a talk session in Tokyo on February…

    Japan, Kakao, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, Tokyo
  • CPPIB to enter South Korean rental housing market

    Jan 31, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    CPPIB to enter South Korean rental housing market

    Apartment buildings in Seoul (Courtesy of News1 Korea)  Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), one of the world’s top 10…

    family, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Are there any funny korean social media accounts out there

    Jan 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Im posting this here because it’s prob the sub with the best demographic for this post 💀 So I’m Korean…

    Japan, Korean American, KT, Question, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Coupang Eats starts food delivery service in Japan

    Jan 22, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Coupang Eats starts food delivery service in Japan

    Coupang Eats, a food delivery app operated by South Korea’s No. 1 e-commerce platform Coupang Inc., launched its first overseas…

    Coupang, Japan, Tokyo
  • When all of Korea was forced to bow to Yasukuni Shrine to worship Imperial Japan’s war dead as gods: a chilling moment at 9:15 AM on October 23, 1944

    Jan 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    When all of Korea was forced to bow to Yasukuni Shrine to worship Imperial Japan’s war dead as gods: a chilling moment at 9:15 AM on October 23, 1944

    On October 23, 1944, during one of the darkest chapters of Imperial Japanese colonial rule over Korea, the entire peninsula…

    family, Japan, Koreans, Military, Parents, Peace, Seoul, Shopping, Tokyo
  • The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States

    Jan 14, 2025
    in History
    The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States

    Introduction to Korean Immigration Korean immigration has a rich and complex history that dates back to the late 19th century.…

    automotive, Bibimbap, Demographics, Discrimination, family, Gen Z, germany, history, Japan, Japanese Occupation, K-pop, Kimchi, Korean Cuisine, Korean Food, korean immigrants, Korean War, Koreans, LG, Millennials, Perspectives, Seoul, Social Media, study, Tokyo, World War
  • Shanghai overtakes Tokyo as top winter destination for South Koreans | Jing Daily

    Jan 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Shanghai overtakes Tokyo as top winter destination for South Koreans | Jing Daily

    submitted by /u/Fit-Case1093 [link] [comments]

    Koreans, Tokyo
  • Binn : TokyoYouth

    Jan 14, 2025
    in Entertainment, Feeds

    Binn presents a lot of ideas on her first EP TokyoYouth but it lacks a specific direction with the five…

    Tokyo
  • South Korea’s steel imports from China at 7-year high

    Jan 13, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    South Korea’s steel imports from China at 7-year high

    Hot-rolled steel plates at POSCO steel mill in Gwangyang, South Korea South Korea’s imports of steel products from China climbed…

    Hyundai, Japan, POSCO, Seoul, Tokyo
  • K-food, fashion, beauty to up ante on global push in 2025

    Dec 31, 2024
    in News
    K-food, fashion, beauty to up ante on global push in 2025

    Bibigo store  South Korean food, beauty and fashion companies, which have enjoyed robust demand for their products in overseas markets…

    Busan, CJ Cheiljedang, Donald Trump, Global Expansion, Japan, Korean Food, Samyang, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Alaska Airlines Unveils Direct Flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul

    Dec 23, 2024
    in Community
    Alaska Airlines Unveils Direct Flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul

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

    Seoul, Tokyo
  • Ruthless Politics of South Korea Is Rooted in Cold-War History

    Dec 18, 2024
    in News
    Ruthless Politics of South Korea Is Rooted in Cold-War History

    Protesters calling for the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol celebrate news of his impeachment in Seoul. Photo: Anthony Wallace/Agence…

    cold war, Democracy, history, Japan, Justice, Koreans, KT, martial law, Military, North Korea, Peace, Politics, Protest, Punishment, Pyongyang, Scandal, Seoul, Tokyo, World War
  • BoyNextDoor Unveils Heartfelt New Single: ‘If I Say, I Love You’

    Dec 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    BoyNextDoor Unveils Heartfelt New Single: ‘If I Say, I Love You’

    K-pop boy band BoyNextDoor is making waves with the announcement of their first digital single, “If I say, I love you,” set…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
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  • DB Insurance in talks to buy US auto insurer Fortegra in $1.5 billion dealJuly 1, 2025
    Fortegra is a US insurer that specializes in niche insurance… Read more: DB Insurance in talks to buy US auto insurer Fortegra in $1.5 billion deal
  • LG Electronics acquires Norway’s OSO in bold HVAC expansionJune 30, 2025
    (Courtesy of LG Electronics)  LG Electronics Inc., South Korea’s leading… Read more: LG Electronics acquires Norway’s OSO in bold HVAC expansion
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    Hanwha Life’s headquarters building in Yeouido, Seoul Hanwha Life Insurance… Read more: Hanwha becomes 1st Korean insurer to foray into foreign banking market
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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