The Journal of Korean Studies (JKS) is dedicated to publishing outstanding articles from all disciplines, on a broad range of topics concerning Korea. Long a leading academic forum for the publication of innovative in-depth research on Korea, the JKS was initially published from 1879 to 1992. Understanding the need for a creative and innovative outlet for scholars, editors Gi-Wook Shin (Stanford) and John Duncan (UCLA) revived the Journal in 2004.

In August 2008, editorial responsibility returned to the University of Washington. With the editorial guidance of Clark Sorensen and Hwasook Nam, the JKS continues its quest to provide the academic arena with informative and insightful investigation into the art, history, society, and culture of Korea.