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First-hand experience in Korea, explained in easy English. Find the details that help you shop, explore and plan your day.
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Olive Young N Seongsu Guide: Floors, Café and Beauty Services
Plan your visit with directions, shopping floors, the first-floor café and beauty-service details.
Read the guide →How to check Daiso stock in Korea
Find a product number, use the Korean search screen and check a store before you go.
In preparationWhat do 1+1 and special sets mean?
How to read a promotion label and check the products, sizes and conditions included.
In preparationHow I put a guide together
Local experience, clearly explained.
First-hand visits
I share what I have seen or used myself, and say when information comes from another source.
Details with a date
Prices are shown in Korean won (₩). Store details include a check date where they can change.
Conditions that matter
I check practical limits such as membership, phone numbers, payment and reservations, and flag what is still unconfirmed.
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