Items endorsed by Song Joong-ki and Gong Yoo sell out fast – Top 10 Korean supermarket souvenirs

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

With the rise of the Hallyu wave, the shopping craze is no longer dominated solely by Japanese goods. Korean convenience store snacks have also become popular items for overseas shoppers in recent years. Below are some must-buy products from Korea’s most common and well-stocked large supermarkets, including Lotte Mart, Emart, Home plus, and Grand Mart. Each store also offers promotions from time to time. Travelers who love Korea can use this as a reference.

1. DONGWON tuna meal kit
The tuna meal kits endorsed by Song Joong-ki can be added to various dishes, most commonly instant noodles, to enhance their flavor. They come in three flavors: original, cheese, and spicy.

2. KANUSugar-free latte
KANU is a coffee brand long endorsed by Gong Yoo. Its most popular product is the American-style sugar-free black coffee. Not only does it look great, but its completely sugar-free formula also breaks away from the usual concept of three-in-one coffee, making it ideal for those who prefer black coffee.

3. LG Perioe PUMPINGPress-type toothpaste
The Perioe brand under South Korea’s LG Group has become a national favorite toothpaste since being endorsed by Song Joong-ki. Its press-type design has attracted many buyers.

4. LG Perioe 7-effect toothpaste
Also from the Perioe brand, this 7-effect toothpaste emphasizes 99.9% antibacterial function and 7 times the freshness. It contains natural ingredients such as lemon, green tea, sea salt, tea tree oil, and aloe vera. It helps prevent gum problems, cavities, bad breath, and also has whitening effects.