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  • IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Marie Claire Korea’s 2025 Tommy Jeans Special Edition

    Sep 7, 2025
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    IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Marie Claire Korea’s 2025 Tommy Jeans Special Edition

    Suggested Title: “IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Marie Claire Korea’s 2025 Tommy Jeans Special Edition” Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Tommy…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • ‘On Japan’, By Park Kyung-ri (박경리), the author of “Land” (토지)

    Sep 7, 2025
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    박경리: “김선생! 일본을 긍정적으로 볼려면 반드시 실패합니다. 일본은 야만입니다. 본질적으로 야만입니다. 일본의 역사는 칼의 역사일 뿐입니다. 칼싸움의 계속일 뿐 입니다.…

    fail, history, Japan, Joseon, Sex, Tokyo
  • When Sneakers Dance to the Beat: K‑Pop’s Power Plays in Global Footwear

    Sep 5, 2025
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    When Sneakers Dance to the Beat: K‑Pop’s Power Plays in Global Footwear

    Photo Credits: Puma Fila Nile Vogue Magazine Seoul, 2025. The streets outside Hongdae Station are a frontline runway: chunky New Balances…

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  • Stray Kids Unleash Heartfelt Street Vibes in Viral ‘0801’ Video—Fans React with Joy [Music Video]

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Stray Kids have once again set social media abuzz with the release of their “0801” (Street…

    Japan, KT, Social Media, Tokyo
  • X:IN Surges With Momentum as ‘RRRUN’ Music Video Sparks Global Fan Excitement

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Photo Credits: BeBy Entertainment X:IN’s latest music video “RRRUN” burst onto the K-pop scene just 17 hours ago and has…

    Japan, K-pop, KT, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Jennie Signals a New Era in Eyewear Chic with Ray-Ban’s First Pop-Up Store in Korea

    Sep 5, 2025
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    Jennie Signals a New Era in Eyewear Chic with Ray-Ban’s First Pop-Up Store in Korea

    Photo Credits: Ray-Ban ODD ATELIER jennie_blvckpink Instagram account When Jennie Kim steps into a room, the air shifts. That ineffable…

    Celebrity, Japan, Seoul, Tokyo
  • NiziU Announces Exciting Japan Tour 2025 With Stops From Fuchu to Tokyo

    Sep 4, 2025
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    NiziU Announces Exciting Japan Tour 2025 With Stops From Fuchu to Tokyo

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Epic Records Japan Niziu Instagram Japan’s beloved girl group NiziU is set to energize fans this…

    Japan, Tokyo, travel
  • London Bagel Museum

    Sep 4, 2025
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    Korea is king when it comes to bagels. New York is a close second. London Bagel Museum is a Korean…

    Japan, Tokyo
  • i-dle to captivate Japan with full-scale debut in October

    Sep 4, 2025
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    i-dle to captivate Japan with full-scale debut in October

    K-pop girl group i-dle is gearing up for a big October, bringing their music and energy straight to Japanese fans…

    Japan, K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • S.Korea seeks to join Japan-led CPTPP economic alliance amid Trump-era tariff risks

    Sep 3, 2025
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    S.Korea seeks to join Japan-led CPTPP economic alliance amid Trump-era tariff risks

    Finance Minister Koo Yoon-cheol (center) speaks at the economy-related ministers’ meeting on Sept. 3, 2025 South Korea is seeking to…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Korea Development, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • BABYMONSTER Brings ‘Love Monsters’ Fan Concert Tour to Japan in November 2025

    Sep 3, 2025
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    BABYMONSTER Brings ‘Love Monsters’ Fan Concert Tour to Japan in November 2025

    Photo Credits: YG Entertainment K-pop’s rising powerhouse BABYMONSTER is officially set to meet their Japanese fans in a very special…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Suga, Tokyo, travel
  • EXO KAI – GQ Korea x Prada (September 2025 Issue Pictorial

    Sep 2, 2025
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    EXO KAI – GQ Korea x Prada (September 2025 Issue Pictorial

    Photo Credits: GQ Korea. Prada. SM Entertainment When artistry and fashion align, the result is unforgettable — and EXO’s Kai…

    Tokyo
  • Nordic Horizons: From digital stage to arctic canvas: Karina remaps luxury outdoors

    Sep 2, 2025
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    Nordic Horizons: From digital stage to arctic canvas: Karina remaps luxury outdoors

    Photo Credits: NORDISK OUTDOORS. SM Entertainment Karina of aespa: Nordic Horizons In the quiet expanse of the Nordic wilderness, it’s…

    K-pop, Tokyo
  • KARD Announces 2025 World Tour ‘DRIFT’ Stop in Bangkok with Exciting Ticket Details

    Sep 2, 2025
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    KARD Announces 2025 World Tour ‘DRIFT’ Stop in Bangkok with Exciting Ticket Details

    Photo Credits: DSP Media K-pop co-ed sensation KARD is set to bring their global energy to Bangkok this September as…

    K-pop, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Red Velvet’s Wendy Steps into the Cerulean: A High-Fashion Reading of “Cerulean Verge” Concept Imagery

    Sep 2, 2025
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    Red Velvet’s Wendy Steps into the Cerulean: A High-Fashion Reading of “Cerulean Verge” Concept Imagery

    Photo Credits: ASND In her third solo venture, Cerulean Verge, Wendy is not merely staging a musical return—she is curating a…

    K-pop, Question, Tokyo
  • L5ST Celebrates Debut Anniversary with ‘WHITE NIGHT’ Live Tour in Tokyo

    Sep 2, 2025
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    L5ST Celebrates Debut Anniversary with ‘WHITE NIGHT’ Live Tour in Tokyo

    Photo Credits: Macaroni Media L5ST is set to mark a milestone moment in their career with the launch of their…

    Japan, Social Media, Tokyo
  • South Korean Woman Murdered In Japan

    Sep 2, 2025
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    South Korean Woman Murdered In Japan

    “The woman told the police in Tokyo late last month she was having problems with her boyfriend, a South Korean…

    Japan, Tokyo
  • APEC real estate, global utility: Cohen & Steers’ picks in economic downturn

    Sep 1, 2025
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    APEC real estate, global utility: Cohen & Steers’ picks in economic downturn

    Cohen & Steers President & Chief Investment Officer Jon Cheigh (File photo by Cohen & Steers) Cohen & Steers Inc.,…

    Donald Trump, family, Japan, Korean American, Seoul, Stress, Tokyo
  • Beyond the Spotlight: How K-Pop Idols Are Shaping the High-Fashion Editorial Renaissance

    Aug 30, 2025
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    Beyond the Spotlight: How K-Pop Idols Are Shaping the High-Fashion Editorial Renaissance

    K-pop’s relationship with high-fashion editorial pictorials in 2025 is not simply a fleeting flirtation, but a growing cultural symbiosis. In…

    BTS, Discussion, K-pop, Question, Seoul, Social Media, study, Tokyo
  • Must-do in Korea: Skincare, even for Kim Kardashian

    Aug 29, 2025
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    Must-do in Korea: Skincare, even for Kim Kardashian

    Myeongdong at the heart of Seoul bustles with foreign visitors Kim Kardashian, one of the world’s most influential celebrities with…

    Japan, Medical, myeongdong, Seoul, Tokyo, Tourism, travel
  • ASC2NT Heralds New Era with ‘BLOOMED’ Album Release and Exclusive Live Tour Across Japan

    Aug 28, 2025
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    ASC2NT Heralds New Era with ‘BLOOMED’ Album Release and Exclusive Live Tour Across Japan

    Photo Credits: NEWWAYS Company “More than a concert — it’s a journey of growth.” ASC2NT announced their highly anticipated album…

    Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Tokyo
  • TWICE’s Sana Shares a Day in Her Life Through New ALO Fashion Film [Commercial Film]

    Aug 28, 2025
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    TWICE’s Sana Shares a Day in Her Life Through New ALO Fashion Film [Commercial Film]

    Photo Credits: ALOYoga. JYP Entertainment TWICE’s Sana has offered fans an intimate look into her daily life through her latest…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Blockxy: The Dramatic New Wave of K-pop – Introducing the Rising Girl Group and Their Debut ‘On a night like this’ – [Music Video]

    Aug 28, 2025
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    Blockxy (블록시) is a newly debuted K-pop girl group that made a splash in August 2025 with their first mini…

    history, Japan, K-drama, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Tokyo
  • “Seventeen’s Rise: How K-Pop’s Creative Powerhouses Crossed Into Fashion”

    Aug 27, 2025
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    “Seventeen’s Rise: How K-Pop’s Creative Powerhouses Crossed Into Fashion”

    Photo Credits: Pledis Entertainment The K-pop group Seventeen has a compelling history that underscores their evolution into one of the…

    history, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Get Ready With Me: Mingyu’s New Era of Effortless Opulence in Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, Today, 28 August 2025

    Aug 27, 2025
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    Get Ready With Me: Mingyu’s New Era of Effortless Opulence in Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, Today, 28 August 2025

    Photo Credits: Harper’s Bazaar Singapore.  Pledis Entertainment. Calvin Klein “Elegance, reframed: Mingyu makes the ritual of getting ready a performance…

    Japan, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • Teen Top Announces 2025 Japan ‘Just 15, Just Teen Top’ Fan Fanmeeting and Album Release Events [Tokyo/Osaka]

    Aug 27, 2025
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    Teen Top Announces 2025 Japan ‘Just 15, Just Teen Top’ Fan Fanmeeting and Album Release Events [Tokyo/Osaka]

    Photo Credits: TOP MEDIA Teen Top is preparing to bring an unforgettable experience to fans in Japan as they announce…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Trump Rants About “Comfort Women” While Meeting with Foreign President

    Aug 26, 2025
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    Trump Rants About “Comfort Women” While Meeting with Foreign President

    President Donald Trump’s meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung took an unexpected turn Monday when the U.S. leader decided…

    Crime, Donald Trump, history, Japan, Koreans, martial law, Military, modern history, North Korea, Prostitution, Sex, Tokyo, World War
  • S.Korea, US affirm partnership to usher in US shipbuilding, manufacturing renaissance

    Aug 26, 2025
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    S.Korea, US affirm partnership to usher in US shipbuilding, manufacturing renaissance

    South Korean President Lee Jae Myung (third from left) holds a summit with Donald Trump at the White House on…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Military, North Korea, Peace, request, Seoul, Tokyo
  • tripleS Alpha Percent 2025 World Tour: Dates, Venues, and What Fans Can Expect in North America [Sean Healy Presents] + Tickets

    Aug 25, 2025
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    tripleS Alpha Percent 2025 World Tour: Dates, Venues, and What Fans Can Expect in North America [Sean Healy Presents] + Tickets

    Photo Credits: MODHAUS. Sony Music Japan (JP) Hero Image: NME Music Mag TripleS is stepping into an ambitious new chapter with…

    history, Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • X:IN Unveils Striking Group Concept Photos for “RRRUN” First Single Album

    Aug 25, 2025
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    X:IN Unveils Striking Group Concept Photos for “RRRUN” First Single Album

    Photo Credit: BeBy Entertainment In the fast-paced world of K-pop, where visual storytelling is as vital as the music itself,…

    Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Jang Wooyoung Marks His Return with 3rd Mini Album ‘I’m Into,’ Redefining Presence in 2025’s K-pop Landscape

    Aug 25, 2025
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    Jang Wooyoung Marks His Return with 3rd Mini Album ‘I’m Into,’ Redefining Presence in 2025’s K-pop Landscape

    Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Jang Wooyoung, celebrated as one of the defining voices of second-generation K-pop, has teased the arrival…

    history, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, LG, Social Media, Tokyo
  • MONSTA X Takes Center Stage in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea Autumn 2025 Cover Preview

    Aug 25, 2025
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    MONSTA X Takes Center Stage in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea Autumn 2025 Cover Preview

    Photo Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea. Starship entertainment MONSTA X is once again stealing hearts, this time through the pages of…

    BTS, Japan, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Numéro TOKYO x MINA: The Living Muse in Motion, Embodying Fendi’s Autumn/Winter Elegance Through the Lens of Modern Japan

    Aug 25, 2025
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    Numéro TOKYO x MINA: The Living Muse in Motion, Embodying Fendi’s Autumn/Winter Elegance Through the Lens of Modern Japan

    Photo Credits: Numero Tokyo Magazine. JYP Twice Japan “Autumn whispers, winter sharpens—her presence binds both.” The new Instagram update from Numéro…

    BTS, Japan, Tokyo
  • S.Korea’s Lee heads to high-stakes summit with Trump after closing diplomatic, economic ranks with Ishiba

    Aug 24, 2025
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    S.Korea’s Lee heads to high-stakes summit with Trump after closing diplomatic, economic ranks with Ishiba

    President Lee Jae Myung (left) shakes hands with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba ahead of their summit at Ishiba’s residence…

    Donald Trump, history, Japan, Japan Relation, KT, Lawmakers, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Red Velvet’s Wendy Announces Her First Solo World Tour and New Album, Fans Ready to Rally

    Aug 23, 2025
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    Red Velvet’s Wendy Announces Her First Solo World Tour and New Album, Fans Ready to Rally

    Photo Credits: ASND Entertainment Wendy of Red Velvet is gearing up to make some serious waves in 2025 with her…

    BTS, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Suga, Tokyo
  • South Korea’s president to visit US with 15 business leaders after Japan

    Aug 22, 2025
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    South Korea’s president to visit US with 15 business leaders after Japan

    President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea (left) and US President Donald Trump South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung will…

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    Two Korean movies, “The King’s Warden” and “Humint,” are competing… Read more: ‘The King’s Warden,’ ‘Humint’ vie for box-office crown during Lunar New Year holiday
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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