Shopping Tips

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  Ginseng

  Ginseng has traditionally been taken to aid a range of medical conditions. More research is needed to confirm its benefit as a supplement. However, it is claimed that ginsenosides, chemical components found in ginseng, are responsible for the clinical effect of the herb. Western scientists and health professionals often question the medicinal properties of ginseng. There is no conclusive evidence that determines its true effectiveness. Ginseng products can vary in their quality and medicinal properties. Checking the ingredients of ginseng products before purchase is strongly recommended. Some products have been found to contain a small or negligible amount of ginseng, and some contain other substances.

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  Celadon

  Celadon is a term for pottery denoting both wares glazed in the jade green celadon color, also known as greenware (the term specialists now tend to use) and a type of transparent glaze, often with small cracks, that was first used on greenware, but later used on other porcelains. Celadon originated in China, though the term is purely European, and notable kilns such as the Longquan kiln in Zhejiang province are renowned for their celadon glazes. Celadon production later spread to other regions in Asia, such as Japan, Korea and Thailand. Eventually, European potteries produced some pieces, but it was never a major element there. Finer pieces are in porcelain, but both the color and the glaze can be produced in stoneware and earthenware. Most of the earlier Longquan celadon is on the border of stoneware and porcelain, meeting the Chinese but not the European definitions of porcelain.

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  Cosemtics

  Ever since South Korea introduced us to BB creams back 2011, we've been looking to the far East to lead the way when it comes to makeup and skin care innovations, and guess what? We have not been disappointed. Yup, SoKo has become a global epicentre for cool new beauty products, from sheet masks to cushion foundations. But don't just take our word for it, if you fancy dipping your toe into the world of Korean beauty buys, this is where to start. South Korea is home to several large cosmetic brands, many of which export their products worldwide. They include: Amorepacific, with brands including Laneige, Etude House, Innisfree, Sulwhasoo and Mamonde LG, with brands including Ĭsa Knox and The Face Shop, Nature Republic.

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  Strawberry

  Korea-grown strawberries are mostly consumed in Asia, but people in North America, including Canada, will soon be able to enjoy the fruit, too. Beginning in November, it will be possible to export Korean strawberries to Canada, announced the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, part of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, on June 2. Farmers who wish to export their strawberries to Canadian markets will need to figure out the occurrence of diseases and pests in their fruit and will need to prevent them by using necessary measures. Korean strawberries are soft and sweet, and are especially popular in places like Thailand, Guam, Russia and Japan. In particular, couples exchange nicely packaged Korean strawberries as gifts on Valentine's Day. According to the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, a total of 417 tons of strawberries were exported to 17 markets around the world last year. Strawberries are Korea's eighth biggest export item among fresh farm products.

What to Buy in Korea

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  Metal Spoon

  Metal Spoon Metal crafts since Silla and Gaya Dynasty, Koreans are using metal spoons at all restaurants for recycle reason. Metal spoon and chopsticks are very popular items. Price range is between 3,000 ~over 100,000 KRW with silver or bronze.

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  Coffee Mix

  Coffee Mix is one of very popular gifts to hometown friends. It is popular for both convenience and taste. People bought 53% coffe mix of Korean teas.

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  Nickel-silver Pot

  This pot is hot item because fast boiling kitchenware. Especially, you need for Korean instant noodles. There is nothing better thant this for Korean instant noodles. This is quite cheap price to buy but do not expect durability because of thin layer structure.

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  Ssamjang

  Once you tried in Korea restaurant. This is unfogetable sauce. This match with any meat and vegetable. It is a flavor booster for chicken, pork, beef & even fish, vegetable as well. This sauce is using ONLY Korea no other countries.

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  Herney Butter

  This is a popular cookie more tourists than local people in Korea. This is must buy snack for ladies. They are buying just one.

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  Nail Clippers COMBO

  Nail Clippers COMBO These are a popular item because price quality value is the best in the world. These are obsolutely reasonable price with high quality products. This combo is selling at less than 7,000 KRW.

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  Banana Flavor Milk

  This is the best selling milk in Korea since 1970. Now tourists love this flavor also. This is No #1 selling item of tourists in all convenience stores. Thirsty? You must try.

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  Crami

  This is very popular shopping item both gifts and consume. This is based on snow crab meat. It is great for just snack or drinking beer. Just one person will finish this package in 5 mins. Taste is guaranteed.