Countries that border South Korea
South Korea shares land borders with 1 country: North Korea. Tap any neighbour to see who it borders, or play the daily country game.
South Korea's neighbouring countries
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Key facts about South Korea
- CapitalSeoul
- RegionEastern Asia
- Land borders1
- Area100,210 km²
- Population51,159,889
- ISO codeKR
Learning South Korea on the map
Knowing which countries border South Korea is one of the quickest ways to lock its position into memory. Try to place South Korea and its neighbours yourself in the country shape quiz — you guess from the outline, with distance and direction hints after every try.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries border South Korea?
South Korea borders 1 country: North Korea.
Which countries share a border with South Korea?
The countries bordering South Korea are: North Korea.
What is the capital of South Korea?
The capital of South Korea is Seoul.