This study focuses on examining the various aspects of academic exchanges between Korea and Taiwan prior to the establishment of diplomatic relations of Korea with China in 1992. The concept of exchange between Korea and Taiwan has been applied differently over time, with shifting perspectives that encompass regional and national concepts, as well as hybrid notions that intertwine both. Chronologically, the academic exchanges between the two countries can be broadly divided into traditional, Japanese colonial, and diplomatic periods, which themselves are subdivided into early and late phases. During the traditional period, academic exchanges were mostly limited to the acquisition of basic information through envoy activities and maritime drift. In the colonial period, the exchanges primarily occurred through media outlets, where both countries sought to understand their respective national identities. During the early phase of the diplomatic period, the exchanges were largely confined to the foundational phase of getting to know each other within a democratic sphere, emphasizing themes of freedom and anti-communism. Entering the late phase of the diplomatic period, the relationship evolved to include mutual cooperation and competition, marking a more nuanced and in-depth phase of understanding each other. Current academic exchanges are being conducted more vigorously and in greater depth, enabled by the globalization of information and the open-mindedness of citizens from both countries.