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  • Kimchi jars leaking

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    Last couple of times I bought kimchi chi and was traveling so didn’t open it (plastic jar) for a while…

    Kimchi, travel
  • Weekly Question, General Discussion, and Meetup Thread – November 17, 2024

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    After running our daily themed threads for a while and getting your feedback, we’ve decided to move to a combined…

    Discussion, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • K-Pop Extravaganza: N-Day and Badkiz to Light Up the SVN Community Party in Seoul!

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Extravaganza: N-Day and Badkiz to Light Up the SVN Community Party in Seoul!

    K-pop fans, get ready for an unforgettable night! The SVN Community Party is set to take place at the SC…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Subway, travel
  • S.Korean firms’ rights issues poised for 12-year low

    Nov 17, 2024
    in News
    S.Korean firms’ rights issues poised for 12-year low

    (Courtesy of Getty Images) The lackluster South Korean stock market and softening Korea won have put off domestic companies from…

    history, Japan, Medical, Sex, travel
  • Can Koreans understand a Jeju dialect?

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    I’m a foreigner living in Korea. And I came with my other foreigner friend who does not speak Korean. I…

    Busan, daegu, Jeju, Koreans, travel
  • Kimchi

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    Not trying to score like “white person goodie points” but is it wrong/closed if I want to try and make…

    Kimchi, travel
  • K-Pop Sensation MEOVV Teases Comeback with “BODY” and Exciting Concert News

    Nov 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Sensation MEOVV Teases Comeback with “BODY” and Exciting Concert News

    The K-pop world is buzzing with anticipation as rising star MEOVV gears up for their highly anticipated comeback. Fans were…

    Daejeon, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, Social Media, travel
  • K-pop Sensation Billlie Announces Asia & Oceania Leg of World Tour

    Nov 16, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation Billlie Announces Asia & Oceania Leg of World Tour

    Exciting news for K-pop enthusiasts! Rising girl group Billlie has unveiled the highly anticipated Asia and Oceania dates for their…

    Ewha, Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, Social Media, travel
  • Korean duty-free shops post Q3 losses; no signs of recovery

    Nov 14, 2024
    in News
    Korean duty-free shops post Q3 losses; no signs of recovery

    The Airstar Avenue duty-free shopping district inside Incheon International Airport Four major duty-free shop operators in South Korea on Thursday…

    Hyundai, Lotte, Seoul, Shopping, travel
  • Paradise targets Taiwanese MICE market

    Nov 12, 2024
    in News
    Paradise targets Taiwanese MICE market

    Paradise Co., a South Korean casino operator, said on Tuesday it held the 2024 Paradise Taipei MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences,…

    Busan, Japan, Tokyo, Tourism, travel
  • Weekly Question, General Discussion, and Meetup Thread – November 10, 2024

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    After running our daily themed threads for a while and getting your feedback, we’ve decided to move to a combined…

    Discussion, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • The 2nd gen concert revivals recently is crazy

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    This post is half concert appreciation half thoughts post 😂 because Q3 and Q4 of 2024 have been a whirlwind.…

    history, Japan, travel
  • Ingredients to buy while traveling on Korea

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    Hey guys I’m traveling in Korea now and later going to be in Japan for one month, so I’m looking…

    Japan, Korean Food, travel
  • Do Korean’s dislike black people because of johnny somali?

    Nov 10, 2024
    in Community

    Im a mixed race person (black and white) from Scotland, but iv’e always wanted to travel to japan and korea…

    Japan, travel
  • Clubbing as a foreigner korean in early 30s with zero clubbing experience

    Nov 3, 2024
    in Community

    I saw some posts that clubs dont allow 30 year olds and based on how old or young you look..…

    travel
  • JAY B of GOT7 Set to Make Explosive Return with “TAPE: RE LOAD” Concert Tour

    Nov 2, 2024
    in Entertainment
    JAY B of GOT7 Set to Make Explosive Return with “TAPE: RE LOAD” Concert Tour

    K-pop fans, get ready to mark your calendars! JAY B, the charismatic leader of the beloved boy group GOT7, is…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Military, Seoul, Social Media, travel
  • will this be an easy re-entrance?

    Nov 2, 2024
    in Community

    im sorry if i added the wrong flair. i’m currently planning a large trip abroad. i’ve been saving for this…

    Advice, Japan, Question, travel
  • Hyundai aims high for online small EV sales in Japan

    Oct 29, 2024
    in News
    Hyundai aims high for online small EV sales in Japan

    Hyundai Motor CEO Chang Jae-hoon at Global Management Dialogue 2024 on Oct. 28 TOKYO – Hyundai Motor Co. will accelerate…

    Hyundai, Japan, Kia, Tokyo, travel
  • Why are Koreans relatively bad at adapting to other countries but don’t get anywhere near as much flack as westerners?

    Oct 28, 2024
    in Community

    Unpopular opinion – Koreans are just as bad at adapting to host countries (or even worse) as westerners but don’t…

    Koreans, travel
  • What was following kpop like before social media, or in the early days?

    Oct 28, 2024
    in Community

    Okay, so I have followed kpop since late 2019 and discovered it through my friend showing me music videos on…

    Japan, LG, Social Media, travel
  • Celebrate Six Years of DreamNote: Join the 6th Anniversary Fanmeeting on November 9!

    Oct 23, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Celebrate Six Years of DreamNote: Join the 6th Anniversary Fanmeeting on November 9!

    DreamNote, the rising K-pop girl group, is set to celebrate their 6th Anniversary Fanmeeting on November 9, 2024, creating a buzz among their…

    history, K-pop, Social Media, travel
  • North Korean Troops Train in Russia as Moscow Deepens War Coalition

    Oct 23, 2024
    in News
    North Korean Troops Train in Russia as Moscow Deepens War Coalition

    A South Korea telecast last week purported to show satellite imagery of North Korean personnel at a Russian military facility.…

    history, Kia, Koreans, Military, North Korea, Putin, Pyongyang, Seoul, travel, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin
  • So peaceful 🥰

    Oct 22, 2024
    in Community
    So peaceful 🥰

    I definitely suggest to visit 창경궁 Changgyeonggung.. Whenever you guys travel to Korea submitted by /u/tonystark102 [link] [comments]

    Peace, travel
  • Charting New Waters: VIVIZ Unveils ‘VOYAGE’ and Their Musical Evolution

    Oct 20, 2024
    in Entertainment
    Charting New Waters: VIVIZ Unveils ‘VOYAGE’ and Their Musical Evolution

    K-pop sensation VIVIZ is making waves once again with the announcement of their highly anticipated 5th mini-album, “VOYAGE.” The trio,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, travel
  • CJ Logistics, KT&G introduce hydrogen cargo trucks

    Oct 17, 2024
    in News
    CJ Logistics, KT&G introduce hydrogen cargo trucks

    South Korea’s CJ Logistics said on Thursday that it deployed two 11-ton hydrogen-powered cargo trucks in the logistics division of…

    Daejeon, KT, KT&G, travel
  • Zero-sum fears arise in S.Korean airlines’ game of chicken

    Oct 15, 2024
    in News
    Zero-sum fears arise in S.Korean airlines’ game of chicken

    South Korea’s air carriers are fiercely vying for lucrative or untapped routes in the game of chicken to shore up…

    Busan, Ewha, Jeju, travel
  • Does anyone know how to find out the office/location associated with the 10th and 11th number of the 주민등록번호?

    Oct 14, 2024
    in Community

    I was adopted as a baby. I was issued an ID number for travel document issuance purposes. 2037315 are the…

    purpose, Seoul, travel
  • K-pop Sensation aespa Set to Release “Whiplash” – Their Most Ambitious Mini Album Yet

    Oct 14, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-pop Sensation aespa Set to Release “Whiplash” – Their Most Ambitious Mini Album Yet

    South Korean girl group aespa is gearing up to release their highly anticipated 5th mini album, “Whiplash,” sending waves of…

    history, K-pop, K-pop Fans, K-pop industry, Seoul, Tokyo, travel
  • Begpackers strike again near Sookmyumg Women’s University

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Begpackers strike again near Sookmyumg Women’s University

    First time seeing one in real life. Really pissed me off. submitted by /u/sem263 [link] [comments]

    begpacker, begpackers, Sookmyumg Women’s University, travel
  • Mullet Begpacker in 홍대

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Mullet Begpacker in 홍대

    Sign says “traveling from Spain” and begging for money with a guitar. submitted by /u/heathert7900 [link] [comments]

    begpacker, travel
  • Begpacker in Cheongyangi

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Begpacker in Cheongyangi

    Granny gave him a scolding and the husband was about to do the same. Editing skills 10/10 submitted by /u/Halberstram_nice_tie…

    begpacker, Cheongyangi, travel
  • Seoul subway system in 1993

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Seoul subway system in 1993

    From a travel guide bought in 1993. How much it has changed? submitted by /u/zimobz [link] [comments]

    Seoul, Subway, travel
  • K-Pop Fans, Get Ready for an Electrifying Simply K-Pop CON-TOUR today!

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Entertainment
    K-Pop Fans, Get Ready for an Electrifying Simply K-Pop CON-TOUR today!

    Today, October 14, 2024, is the day you’ve been waiting for. Arirang TV’s Simply K-Pop CON-TOUR is back with a…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, travel
  • Weekly Question, General Discussion, and Meetup Thread – October 13, 2024

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community
    Weekly Question, General Discussion, and Meetup Thread – October 13, 2024

    After running our daily themed threads for a while and getting your feedback, we’ve decided to move to a combined…

    Discussion, Korea Jobs, Korean Military, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean Art

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Art, History
    A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean Art

    Introduction to Korean Art Korean art, a vital reflection of the nation’s rich heritage and cultural evolution, holds a unique…

    Ancient Korea, Baekje, Contemporary Korean Art, East Asian Art, Fame, Goguryeo, Goryeo, Goryeo Art, history, Japan, Joseon, Joseon Art, Korean Art, Korean History, Korean Technology, Korean War, Koreans, Modern Korean Art, purpose, Silla, study, Three Kingdom, travel
  • Korean travel guide from 1988

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Korean travel guide from 1988

    Part 2 from the subway system post, here are some other interesting things from the book 🙂 The cover and…

    K-pop, Subway, travel
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Latest Korean News

  • Is it Claude or Claudia?May 7, 2026
    I recently read the fascinating account of how Richard Dawkins,… Read more: Is it Claude or Claudia?
  • Egypt opens new defense complex in Seoul, deepening military ties with KoreaMay 7, 2026
    The Embassy of Egypt in Seoul on Wednesday celebrated the… Read more: Egypt opens new defense complex in Seoul, deepening military ties with Korea
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    ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV — U.S. President Donald Trump predicted a swift… Read more: Trump sees swift end to war as Iran reviews US peace proposal
  • Major securities firms urged to extend risk capital supplyMay 7, 2026
    The country’s financial regulator said Thursday that major securities firms… Read more: Major securities firms urged to extend risk capital supply
  • Stock market investment gains still being funneled into real estate: BOK reportMay 7, 2026
    The Bank of Korea (BOK) on Thursday assessed that investors… Read more: Stock market investment gains still being funneled into real estate: BOK report

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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