Open Korea

Open Korea

Korean Identities Beyond Borders

  • News
  • History
  • People
  • Community
  • Entertainment
  • Resources
    • ☎️ Helpline in Korea
    • 🔗 Useful sites on Korea
    • 🎬 Best Korean Films
    • 📺 Best Korean Shows
    • 🎤 Best Korean Pop
    • 👥 Join the Cause
    • 💲Donor Dashboard

Warning

Unbiased History & Stories on Korea for Global Audience

Sponsored by Open Korea Foundation

  • Whatever happened to fan death?

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Whatever happened to fan death?

    As was discussed heavily in the post about Korean superstitions, fan death used to be rife in Korea. Literally everyone…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Koreans, Medical, Politics, Warning
  • SK Group may beef up reform drive after CEO seminar

    Oct 3, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    SK Group may beef up reform drive after CEO seminar

    SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won South Korea’s energy-to-telecom conglomerate SK Group will hold an annual strategic meeting presided over by…

    Cycling, fail, Korea Jobs, Korean Comapny, Korean Semiconductor, Korean Technology, Seoul, SK Hynix, Warning
  • Looming chip winter? Micron, Samsung give opposite views

    Sep 26, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Looming chip winter? Micron, Samsung give opposite views

    A circuit board with resistors microchips and electronic components (Courtesy of Getty Image) Micron Technology Inc. on Wednesday delivered stronger-than-expected…

    history, Korean Semiconductor, Korean Technology, Nvidia, Putin, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Warning
  • Hyundai Motor releases 2025 IONIQ 5 N

    Sep 24, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai Motor releases 2025 IONIQ 5 N

    Hyundai Motor’s 2025 IONIQ 5 N Hyundai Motor Co. said on Tuesday that it released the model year of its…

    driver, Hyundai, Warning
  • Analysts rebut Morgan Stanley’s chip winter view; oversupply unlikely

    Sep 22, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Analysts rebut Morgan Stanley’s chip winter view; oversupply unlikely

    SK Hynix is the world’s top HBM chip supplier Morgan Stanley’s recent view that the global chip industry faces an…

    Chuseok, Korean Comapny, Korean Semiconductor, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Warning
  • Kia releases 2025 Sorento

    Sep 2, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Kia releases 2025 Sorento

    South Korea’s second-largest automaker Kia Corp. said on Monday that it released The 2025 Sorento, an updated version of its…

    Kia, LG, Warning
  • Hyundai Motor releases 2025 Santa Fe

    Aug 27, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai Motor releases 2025 Santa Fe

    Hyundai Motor Co. said on Tuesday that it released the 2025 Santa Fe, a model year change of its flagship…

    driver, Hyundai, Warning
  • Korean Air, L3Harris to introduce more AEW&C aircraft

    Aug 14, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Korean Air, L3Harris to introduce more AEW&C aircraft

    South Korean airliner Korean Air Lines Co. held the Industry Day in Seoul on Wednesday with the US-based defense company…

    Peace, Seoul, Warning
  • The New Kia K8: A high-tech, modern and innovative sedan

    Aug 9, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    The New Kia K8: A high-tech, modern and innovative sedan

    ▲ The new K8 | The Priceless – The Encore South Korea’s second-largest automaker Kia Corp. on Friday unveiled a…

    driver, Hyundai, Kia, Warning
  • South Korean stocks rebound but on rollercoaster ride

    Aug 6, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    South Korean stocks rebound but on rollercoaster ride

    Kospi and Kosdaq rebounded on Aug. 6, 2024 from the previous day (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korean stocks on Tuesday…

    Hyundai, Japan, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Warning
  • Hyundai eyes Japan’s commercial EV market with e-bus deal with Iwasaki

    Jul 23, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai eyes Japan’s commercial EV market with e-bus deal with Iwasaki

    Cho Won-sang (right), head of Hyundai Mobility Japan, and Iwasaki Group CEO Yoshitaro Iwasaki sign an LOI on the Elec…

    Hyundai, Japan, Kia, Korean Comapny, Tokyo, Tourism, Warning
  • Hyundai Motor launches 2025 model year of Grandeur

    Jun 5, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai Motor launches 2025 model year of Grandeur

    Hyundai Motor’s the 2025 Grandeur (Courtesy of Hyundai Motors)  Hyundai Motor Co. announced on Wednesday that it launched its flagship…

    Hyundai, Warning
  • Kim Jong Un’s Balloon Barrage: Bags of Excrement Fly Into the South

    May 30, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Kim Jong Un’s Balloon Barrage: Bags of Excrement Fly Into the South

    A balloon carrying what appeared to be trash and excrement in a rice field in South Korea. YONHAP NEWS AGENCY/REUTERS SEOUL—An…

    BTS, fail, K-pop, Korean Military, Korean War, Koreans, Medical, Military, North Korea, Pyongyang, Seoul, Warning
  • Naver to submit remedies to Japan without A Holdings stake sale

    May 15, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Naver to submit remedies to Japan without A Holdings stake sale

    Naver headquarters in South Korea (Courtesy of Yonhap) LY Corp., the operator of Japan’s popular messenger app Line, is expected…

    Advice, Discussion, Japan, Korean Comapny, Korean Technology, Naver, request, Seoul, Tokyo, Warning
  • Shinsegae’s day of reckoning for online ambitions

    May 8, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Shinsegae’s day of reckoning for online ambitions

    Back in 2021, South Korea’s retail titan Shinsegae Inc. beat its archrival Lotte Shopping Co. to purchase Gmarket and Auction,…

    Affinity, Coupang, fail, Korean Comapny, Lotte, Naver, request, Shopping, Warning
  • Korea to fine Credit Suisse, Nomura $40 mn on short sales

    May 7, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Korea to fine Credit Suisse, Nomura $40 mn on short sales

    South Korea’s top financial regulator has recently notified Credit Suisse and Nomura Securities of a decision to fine them a…

    Kakao, purpose, Warning
←Previous Page

Advice automotive Bibimbap BTS Busan Celebrity Cheese Controversy Coupang Crime Curiosity Discussion Donald Trump driver Ewha fail Fame family Genesis germany Global Expansion history Hyundai Japan Jeju Jjigae Joseon Justice K-pop K-pop Fans K-pop industry Kakao Kia Kimchi Korean Comapny Korean Food Korean Military Koreans Korean Semiconductor Korean Technology KT LG LG Electronics LG Energy LG Energy Solution Lotte martial law Medical Military Naver North Korea Nvidia Parents Peace Photography Politics Pork POSCO Protest purpose Putin Question request Samsung Samsung Electronics Scandal Seoul Sex Shopping SK Hynix Social Media Stress study Suga Survey Tokyo Tourism travel Ukraine Warning

Latest Korean News

  • Blackstone, Partners Group, Ares, Neuberger Berman named S.Korean LPs’ top private equity, private debt managersOctober 27, 2025
    Chief investment officers of Korean pension funds and insurance companies… Read more: Blackstone, Partners Group, Ares, Neuberger Berman named S.Korean LPs’ top private equity, private debt managers
  • KED Global launches premium membership for international readersOctober 27, 2025
    The Korea Economic Daily Global Edition (KED Global), the English-language… Read more: KED Global launches premium membership for international readers
  • Era of Korea discount gone; Kospi breaks above 4,000 barrier as ‘K-premium’ age dawnsOctober 27, 2025
    The Kospi stock index closes up 2.6% at a fresh… Read more: Era of Korea discount gone; Kospi breaks above 4,000 barrier as ‘K-premium’ age dawns
  • KKR bets on waste, renewables, digital infrastructure in KoreaOctober 27, 2025
    Projesh Banerjea, managing director at KKR, speaks during a presentation… Read more: KKR bets on waste, renewables, digital infrastructure in Korea
  • Singapore’s family offices increasingly interested in investments in KoreaOctober 27, 2025
    Luminas Financial CEO Sen Sui delivers a keynote speech at… Read more: Singapore’s family offices increasingly interested in investments in Korea

Latest Community Feeds

  • Is galbitang supposed to be mild and bland?October 27, 2025
  • I loveeeeeeeeee me some bad kpop songs!!October 27, 2025
  • আরামের মেয়ে(Comfort Women)October 27, 2025
  • k-pop soloist you miss/wish released more musicOctober 27, 2025
  • Key and NCT wish’s concepts and album designs are truly a breath of fresh airOctober 27, 2025
  • Bibimbop!October 27, 2025
  • NEXZ had their comeback today with “Beat-Boxer”, what are your thoughts on it or this release?October 27, 2025
  • Korea Enforces Harsher Penalties for Employers Who Deliberately Withhold WagesOctober 27, 2025
  • assigned positions of a group or idol that surprised you/you found interesting?October 27, 2025
  • BTS 65 Concerts Worldwide? K-Netizens Are Divided.October 27, 2025
  • SM just confirmed my biggest worry with EXO comebackOctober 27, 2025
  • What happened to Ablume afaik they fought with their previous agency demanding fair pay …October 27, 2025
  • Falling out of love with idols but still loving kpopOctober 27, 2025
  • Please help i need this urge to go away!!October 27, 2025
  • SamgyetangOctober 27, 2025
  • Cuckoo Rice Cooker Canada help?October 27, 2025
  • Dasida Beef BrothOctober 27, 2025
  • NMIXX got their first RAK with Blue Valentine and I’m too happy for wordsOctober 27, 2025
  • BTS&BSH relationship Vs NJ&MHJ relationship.October 27, 2025
  • Good Korean soup for people who aren’t use to Korean food?October 26, 2025

All Articles

  • Art (3)
  • Feeds (14,574)
    • Community (9,911)
    • Entertainment (1,011)
    • News (3,649)
  • History (41)
  • People (16)

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

Open Korea

Open Korea

Korean Identities Beyond Borders

Sponsors & Partners

  • Eastern Art – Center for Non-Western Art Studies
  • Great African Railway – Connecting Young Africans in Metaverse
  • Renewable AI – Carbon Neutral Regulation in AI Training
  • ContentsWIRE – Stream quality writings and visuals for your business

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