Welcome to the Royal Asiatic Society Korea
The Royal Asiatic Society Korea (RAS Korea) is the world’s oldest Korean studies organization, designed to introduce people to the beauty of this land in all its many aspects. It is also arguably the most active international cultural and social organization in Korea. The society, a nonprofit organization, provides both academic and social offerings for better understanding Korea with priorities placed on accurate insights and pleasurable means of learning. Our members are from all walks of life, all nationalities, all ages, all professions. Anyone with a sense of adventure and a bit of intellectual curiosity is welcome.
Notice: 2021 RAS 2nd Annual Essay Contest
RAS Korea is pleased to announce the launch of our 2nd annual English language essay contest, open to Korean high school students. In addition to our benevolent sponsor, Asia Development Foundation, K-Heritage educational foundation is specifically sponsoring the cash prizes for winners. We are grateful to them both. For details of the contest, please click here .
Since 1900, RAS Korea has helped generations of people deepen their understanding of
Korea through lectures, excursions, study groups and publications.
Scarcely known to many contemporary expats, RAS Korea is the oldest civilian institution in
Korea, established in 1900!
RAS Korea is the single-most important key to helping me understand Korea’s deep history and
rich culture.
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The Royal Asiatic Society Korea has been promoting understanding of Korea since 1900.
RAS Korea
Room 611, Korea Christian Building, Daehak-ro 19 (Yeonji-dong), Jongno-gu, Seoul 03129
한국왕립아시아학회 (RAS Korea)
[03129] 서울시 종로구 대학로 19 (연지동) 한국기독교회관 611호
Tel: (02) 763-9483 Fax: (02) 766-3796
Email: royalasiatickorea@gmail.com
Office Hours
Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Please call before visiting.