Unique Year-End & New Year Gifts: South Korea's Souvenirs
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롯데백화점 본점
For just six days at the end of 2025, a special pop-up brings together the most celebrated creations from this year’s South Korea Tourism Souvenir Contest.
The K-SOUVENIR GIFT SHOP pop-up offers a chance to discover meaningful, practical gifts that reinterpret Korean heritage through contemporary design.
Held at Lotte Department Store Main Branch, this limited-time exhibition is a rare opportunity to see and purchase award-winning souvenirs in one place.
A short but memorable year-end pop-up experience
Open only from December 26 to December 31, 2025, the K-SOUVENIR GIFT SHOP pop-up gathers standout souvenirs selected for their creativity, usability, and cultural storytelling.
Each item reflects a different interpretation of Korean tradition, making the exhibition feel both diverse and cohesive.
Where tradition meets everyday gifting
Rather than decorative objects alone, the focus here is on items that naturally fit into daily life while carrying cultural meaning.
Joseon Royal Wine Stopper
The Joseon Royal Wine Stopper expresses the authority and dignity of a Joseon king through refined design.
Depicting a king seated on the throne with the gates of Gyeongbokgung opening behind him, it blends tradition with modern sensibility, making it especially appealing to wine lovers.
A functional object with royal symbolism
This piece transforms a familiar item into a conversation-starting gift.
Traditional Korean Gilding DIY Kit
This DIY kit draws inspiration from traditional Korean gold leaf techniques.
With simple components and an intuitive process, it allows anyone to experience the delicate aesthetics of Korean craftsmanship firsthand.
Creating tradition with your own hands
It works both as a cultural souvenir and a meaningful hobby experience.
Iri Onora Hat Landscape
This craft piece captures the emotional tone of the Joseon era through charcoal-based design.
The calm resonance of the landscape and matte texture add a quiet elegance suitable for interior decoration.
Subtle beauty for living spaces
Its restrained expression makes it easy to pair with modern interiors.
Time Travel Golden Heritage
This premium food item recreates ten representative national museum artifacts using 24K edible gold leaf.
It offers a unique experience of tasting cultural heritage and is especially well received by international visitors.
A luxurious way to remember Korea
As both food and story, it leaves a lasting impression.
Traditional Hat Incense Holder
Shaped after a Joseon-era official’s hat, this incense holder combines subtle fragrance with refined form.
Its set configuration enhances its value as a thoughtful interior gift.
Decor that appeals to the senses
The balance of scent and design reflects handcrafted quality.
Jeon Baksakhaeyo
This snack takes inspiration from the crispy edges of seafood and kimchi pancakes.
Convenient, playful, and well-packaged, it captures the essence of Korean street food in a light format.
A casual taste of Korean cuisine
Perfect for travelers looking for an easy edible souvenir.
Shining Day Najeon Chilgi Pattern Calendar
This calendar modernizes traditional Korean painting and najeon chilgi motifs.
Each page reveals a new image, allowing traditional aesthetics to become part of everyday life.
An emotional record for the year
It works as both decor and a quiet daily ritual.
The Elegance of Joseon, Gojan
Gojan is a tea set inspired by the iconic Joseon-era gat.
By reinterpreting its curves and symbolism, the set offers both practicality and visual elegance.
A refined gift for special occasions
Well suited for housewarmings or meaningful formal gifts.
Pop-up store details and visitor benefits
The K-SOUVENIR GIFT SHOP pop-up takes place on the 9th floor Kinetic Ground of Lotte Department Store(롯데백화점 본점) Main Branch.
Operating daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, visitors receive a New Year commemorative postcard, while purchases over 30,000 won include a New Year sticker pack.
A limited-time opportunity
As availability may vary, this short exhibition is best enjoyed without delay.
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