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  • Korean BBQ

    Mar 3, 2025
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    Korean BBQ

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

    travel
  • Anyone know what happened to direct flights to Korea (ICN) with Delta and United?

    Mar 3, 2025
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    I fly LAX to ICN every year and Delta was partnered with Korean Air and United was partnered with Asiana.…

    travel
  • Is South Korea safe for Muslim tourists?

    Mar 2, 2025
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    Hi guys.. as the title implies… i wonder if it is safe for Muslim tourists to travel to the South…

    travel
  • Hair spa/ salon in Seoul?

    Mar 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! Will be traveling to Seoul and want to know if there are any good recommendations you can provide for…

    Seoul, travel
  • Membership Training (MT) in Universities

    Feb 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    MT has been portrayed in media as a massive drinking event partnered with great food, with a bit of travel…

    travel
  • Sono Hospitality becomes new owner of Korean budget carrier T’way Air

    Feb 27, 2025
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    Sono Hospitality becomes new owner of Korean budget carrier T’way Air

    T’way Air is a South Korean low-cost carrier South Korea’s top resort operator Sono Hospitality Group has emerged as the…

    family, Seoul, travel
  • Rosé tteokbokki… what’s missing?

    Feb 26, 2025
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    I absolutely love rosé tteokbokki and I’ve found a pretty solid recipe that fits my tastes well, ie gochujang, gochugaru,…

    Japan, Suga, travel
  • Running outside

    Feb 25, 2025
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    I’ve never been to East Asia but I’m planning on traveling to Korea next year. I live in a large…

    Biking, Seoul, Stress, travel
  • Why do people in korea wear masks almost all the time?

    Feb 24, 2025
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    I am seeing lot’s of youtube videos of Korea and i noticed that a lot of people wear masks everywhere…

    travel
  • Generally curious how far have you travelled for a K-pop group 🙂

    Feb 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Personally the farthest was for twice in la and took a 300 dollar Uber down to my house 2 hours…

    K-pop, travel
  • First time going to Seoul

    Feb 22, 2025
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    Hello everyone, I’m traveling for the first time to Seoul, for my girlfriend’s birthday and was wondering what would your…

    Advice, KT, Seoul, travel
  • Food Travel with 강인 KANGIN @kangin1985 | 📍 🍽️ Kanginham

    Feb 14, 2025
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    Just a little list for those who may want to food travel 📍🗺️ with Kangin. 🤤 A Little Jeju in…

    Jeju, MZ generation, Pork, Seoul, travel
  • Korea locals—what’s your story?

    Feb 13, 2025
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    I’m working on a project to collect real human stories—not the big, flashy travel guide stuff, but the small, everyday…

    travel
  • Language differences (or, would saying 조선어를 못해요 land me into an interrogation room?)

    Feb 10, 2025
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    Hi, I waas looking through NK-travel agencies, and I saw one that offered a Language summer school in Pyonyang. I…

    germany, Koreans, travel
  • MoeJamieMusic Streams Himself Hitting Girlfriend and Dog

    Feb 9, 2025
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    I submitted by /u/forevertraveling [link] [comments]

    travel
  • F-6 Visa Health Certificate

    Feb 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone, I was hoping you could help me with this question. My spouse (an American citizen) and I (a…

    Question, travel
  • Making friends in Seoul

    Feb 6, 2025
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    I’ve been living in Seoul for a year now but have found it pretty difficult to make friends here as…

    Advice, Seoul, travel
  • 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
  • What’s going on in your respective fandoms? (Feb 2025)

    Feb 4, 2025
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    Hey everyone👋, it’s been a while and I’m back with another edition of this post! TXT, BOYNEXTDOOR, and BTS are…

    BTS, family, Japan, travel
  • Obtaining mother’s family registry from US

    Feb 3, 2025
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    I had an appointment at the Korean consulate in DC about obtaining an F-4 visa for myself (born in Korea…

    family, travel
  • Lim Jangsu (림장수, 林長守) was a Korean Kamikaze pilot who died in a suicide attack on US navy vessels in the Philippines on Dec. 7, 1944; he was from Yeomju-eup near Sinuiju

    Jan 31, 2025
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    Lim Jangsu (림장수, 林長守) was a Korean Kamikaze pilot who died in a suicide attack on US navy vessels in the Philippines on Dec. 7, 1944; he was from Yeomju-eup near Sinuiju

    These two Imperial propaganda news articles from January 1945 cover an ethnic Korean kamikaze pilot, Lim Jangsu (林長守). Lim Jangsu…

    family, history, Japan, Military, North Korea, Parents, Question, travel
  • Refresh my perspective – life in Korea

    Jan 30, 2025
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    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
  • Solo travel Korea!

    Jan 29, 2025
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    Hello! I am a 25-year-old guy from Málaga, Spain. I will be traveling alone to Korea from May 5th to…

    Koreans, travel
  • 10-Day South Korea Itinerary (Feb 14–24): Feedback Welcome!

    Jan 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip to South Korea from Feb 14 to 24 and want to focus on outdoor…

    history, Jeju, KT, LG, myeongdong, North Korea, Peace, Seoul, travel
  • i need help on how to travel and watch concerts abroad

    Jan 25, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! I’m from the Philippines and this will be my first time planning to go abroad to watch my favorite…

    K-pop, travel
  • Quality Cafe recommendations ?

    Jan 22, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    So I LOOVEEEE cafes, and have been waiting forever to do some cafe hopping in Korea. The ones I have…

    KT, travel
  • Blackstone zooms in on hotels, warehouses in Korea

    Jan 21, 2025
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    Blackstone zooms in on hotels, warehouses in Korea

    Kathleen McCarthy, the global co-head of Blackstone Real Estate, speaks to The Korea Economic Daily in a recent interview The…

    K-pop, martial law, Seoul, Shopping, travel
  • Questions, General Discussions, and Meetup Thread

    Jan 15, 2025
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    Please use this thread for any questions about common topics like travel, education, employment, immigration, military service, and any other…

    Discussion, Koreans, Military, Question, travel
  • The Resilience of the Korean Economy Through Global Crises

    Jan 14, 2025
    in History
    The Resilience of the Korean Economy Through Global Crises

    Introduction to the Korean Economy The Korean economy has undergone a remarkable transformation since the end of the Korean War…

    automotive, fail, financial crisis, Japan, Justice, Korean War, Military, Tourism, travel
  • Do you think Koreans are not well regarded in other parts of the world? What are your expierances?

    Jan 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I got bored this weekend and searched up keyword ‘korean’ in other forums, like Vietnam, China, and Japan etc and…

    Japan, Koreans, travel
  • LG Energy to supply batteries to US solar EV startup Aptera for 7 years

    Jan 10, 2025
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    LG Energy to supply batteries to US solar EV startup Aptera for 7 years

    The Aptera solar EV to be equipped with LG Energy’s cylindrical batteries (Courtesy of LG Energy) LG Energy Solution Ltd.,…

    LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Seoul, travel
  • What novel should I read in Korea?

    Jan 8, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I am travelling to Korea in a few days and I would like to read two Korean novels while I…

    travel
  • People who attended a BTS tour (PTD , speak yourself..)

    Jan 7, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    How hard is it to get barricada and soundcheck? I just saw a tweet saying PTD barricade sold out in…

    BTS, Japan, travel
  • Where to store Jacket at Incheon airport?

    Jan 3, 2025
    in Community

    Hi all I am traveling out of Korea soon and will be going to a country that is not cold…

    travel
  • T.P.O coffee at Korean town is closed?

    Jan 1, 2025
    in Community

    I’ve been loving this place’s injeolmi latte and how wonderful they are to open late night but after we came…

    coffee, travel
  • Can I ask about traveling in the opposite direction? Korean going to USA?

    Dec 31, 2024
    in Community

    Koreans coming to USA ? Is there a reddit group for Koreans who are traveling for a few days or…

    Koreans, 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