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Is it cheaper in Korea?

We price the same product on the brand's own online store in Korea and abroad. Every price carries the day we checked it, and one exchange rate converts them all.

Rates used: 1,340.9 won to the dollar and 844.3 won to 100 yen, as of Oct 10, 2026. Source

Cheaper in Korea

Not cheaper in Korea

Not everything costs less here. There is no need to rush to buy these in Korea.

How we compare

  • Each price is what the brand's official online store listed on the day we checked. Coupons, member prices and bundles are left out.
  • Korean and Japanese prices include tax. US prices are listed before sales tax, which varies by state, so the gap you actually pay is a little wider than shown.
  • Short-term visitors can get part of the Korean tax back at tax-free shops, which brings Korean prices down further. The shopping guide explains the conditions.
  • A sale on one side can flip a result. That is why every price carries its date.
  • A price we have not rechecked in 90 days comes off the list.
What is worth buying in Korea, and how the tax refund works