London Korean Links

Covering things Korean in London and beyond since 2006

Hangeul Day workshops at the KCCUK

The Korean Cultural Centre UK (KCCUK), in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization London Office, invites you to celebrate Hangeul Day (한글날) — the commemoration of King Sejong’s creation of Hangeul (the Korean Alphabet). Recognised worldwide as one of the most scientific and unique writing systems, Hangeul remains a proud symbol of Korean identity and … [Read More]

K-Book Festival: Cheon Seon Ran in Conversation

Join prize-winning author Cheon Seon-Ran for an afternoon of conversation at Foyles about her heartfelt and beautifully told novel, A Thousand Blues. From its perch on top of a pile of junk inside a shed, Coli, a robot with powerful observational qualities, waits patiently for someone to find it. Coli is special among humanoids. This is … [Read More]

Twice: “This is for” tour in London

TWICE are pushing the envelope yet again, as the nine-member superstar group returns with TWICE “THIS IS FOR” WORLD TOUR, heading to The O2 on Wednesday 3 June 2026 for a two-night residency. For the first time ever, the group will perform on a 360-degree stage, transforming the arena into immersive experiences where fans can … [Read More]

October events 2025

It’s a big month for events, and a big month for new books. The K-music festival opens on 1 October, the major film festivals start up, and generally there’s not enough time to fit everything in. In a crowded month, I’ll be making sure I go to see Yun Ko-Eun at Waterstones Covent Garden, Bora … [Read More]

An Evening of Korean Temple Cuisine with Ven Jeong Kwan

On Friday 31st October, join world-renowned Buddhist nun and chef Venerable Jeong Kwan for a rare, one-night-only dinner at CORD. The star of Netflix’s Chef’s Table will present an exclusive menu of spiritual Korean temple cuisine, marking a landmark moment for London’s plant-based dining scene. At CORD, we celebrate culinary mastery in all its forms, … [Read More]

K-Culture Forum: Beyond the Headlines

The biggest Korean culture forum of the year – a dynamic evening of presentations, panel talks, and networking that goes beyond the surface of headlines. From the latest Korean cultural trends to the ‘K-Content’ and ‘K-Cuisine’ keyword exploration, this is your chance to connect with leading voices, explore fresh perspectives, and be part of the … [Read More]

Korean Speech Contest 2018: Let’s Speak Korean

The SOAS King Sejong Institute, the Education Centre in the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Korean Cultural Centre UK are pleased to announce the 2018 Korean Speech Contest. Date: Sat. 9th June 2018 – 14:30 Venue: Korean Cultural Centre UK Participants: Anyone not of Korean descent, must be over 18. Please also … [Read More]

XLOV European tour comes to London, Wolverhampton and Manchester

XLOV is a South Korean group that debuted in 2025 under 257 Entertainment, gaining attention with their groundbreaking genderless concept. The four members – Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru – combine charisma, powerful dance, and a strong message of freedom and authenticity. Their music flows between modern pop, explosive dance, and touches of R&B, creating … [Read More]

Ahn Doojin: Imaquark, at Gallery KIWA

KIWA London is pleased to present Imaquark as Ahn Doojin situates his practice in response to the paradox of the 2000s art world: an era that proclaimed ‘everything is possible’, yet simultaneously revealed the void in which ‘nothing seems possible anymore’. From this contradiction, he formulated the notion of Imaquark — a neologism combining ‘image’(Ima-) … [Read More]

2025 Korea Day in Cambridge

The Cambridge University Korean Society (CUKS), in collaboration with the Korean Cultural Centre UK, will be hosting a Korea Day on Saturday October 11th in Cambridge. The event will begin with a Korea Day seminar featuring presentations from Korean professors and researchers in Cambridge, encompassing their latest academic work and diverse research experiences. It will … [Read More]

4482 SASAPARI 2025 exhibition: Ding! Creative Corners

‘Not the centre. Not the spotlight. But where it all begins.’ 4482 [SASAPARI] presents its latest curated exhibition, Ding! Creative Corners, offering a fresh approach to experiencing contemporary art. The exhibition will run from 29 September to 27 October across three local cafés in South West London, featuring works by emerging Korean artists Jiyoen Ryu, … [Read More]

Revisit the beauty of Lee Youngsil at Mokspace

Mokspace is delighted to share that we are showing the beautiful works of Lee Youngsil at our gallery once again, before they return to the artist’s studio in Korea. Lee’s art bridges abstraction and storytelling, reflecting her meditative journey to capture the innocence and joy of youth. Through playful motifs and layered textures, she recreates … [Read More]