South Korea’s retail map is being redrawn by a new generation of individual travelers. This report analyzes the decline of traditional duty-free shops and the meteoric rise of “OL-DA-MU” (Olive Young, Daiso, Musinsa). Discover why Myeongdong is transforming into a medical-wellness hub and how “High Frequency, Practical” consumption is redefining the world’s most dynamic retail market.
Explore the divergent beauty behaviors of Korea, the US, and Japan. Using data from the ‘OpenSurvey Beauty Trend Report 2023,’ This shows why Korea dominates in skincare layering and digital adoption, while the US leads in expressive color makeup and Japan maintains a resilient offline trust model.
Dive deep into the 5 pillars of Retail AI innovation in South Korea. This strategic report explores how AI is transforming merchandising, logistics, and customer experience. Learn about the government-backed “Distribution Data Platform” and how the convergence of AI and manufacturing is paving the way for a Zero-Stock future.
Explore the South Korean government’s 2026 strategic roadmap for industrial dominance. This report covers the 252 trillion KRW export defense plan, the massive push for AI-driven autonomous manufacturing, and the digital transformation of retail. Gain insights into how Korea aims to maintain its “Super-Gap” in the global tech race.