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Samsung defeats KIA
Advances to Korean Series

Samsung Lions defeated KIA Tigers and advanced to the Korean Series.

  1. 1 pagesSamsung defeats KIA Advances to Korean SeriesLiving
  2. 2 pagesSodium reduced 30% in tteokbokki Food agency supports 23 product developmentsLiving
  3. 3 pagesEmart24, Girl Band QWER Launch 21 Sandwich VarietiesLiving
  4. 4 pagesLotte Mart Mega Deals Pork belly, flounder at half priceLiving
  5. 5 pagesHoottown November shipping sale Up to 50% discount on deliveryLiving
  6. 6 pagesSokcho atka fish and sand eel Festival opens for 6 daysLiving
  7. 7 pagesGuryongpo Gwamegi Festival in Pohang Held November 7-8 at Ara PlazaLiving
Living · 7 sources combinedp. 1 / 7

Samsung defeats KIA
Advances to Korean Series

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In short

Samsung Lions defeated KIA Tigers and advanced to the Korean Series.

They won Game 5 of the playoff 6-1 on November 1st in Daegu.

Samsung will play the Korean Series against kt Wiz starting November 3rd.

Key facts

WhenGame 5 of the playoff was held on November 1st at Samsung Lions Park in Daegu.
WhoSamsung Lions played against KIA Tigers.
WhatThey won 6-1 with a series record of 3 wins and 2 losses, clinching their spot in the Korean Series.
HowStarting pitcher Frado pitched well with 1 run allowed over 7 innings, and Kim Ji-chan had 3 hits and 3 RBIs.

What it means for me

Baseball fans can check the Samsung-kt Korean Series schedule starting November 3rd.

Living · 2 sources combinedp. 2 / 7

Sodium reduced 30% in tteokbokki
Food agency supports 23 product developments

D-DAY Deadline November 7 · Food Week Korea exhibition closing date
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In short

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety supported the development of 23 foods with reduced sodium and sugar.

Convenience store tteokbokki (spicy rice cake) significantly reduced sodium, while bread products reduced sugar.

You can see them in person at Seoul COEX Food Week until November 7.

Visitor info

LocationCOEX (513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul)
PeriodNovember 4–7, Food Week Korea exhibition at promotional pavilion

Key facts

WhenThe Ministry of Food and Drug Safety promoted a support project for developing reduced-sodium and reduced-sugar products this year.
WhoThe Ministry of Food and Drug Safety developed reduced-salt foods together with food companies.
WhatIt supported the development of 23 food products: 15 processed foods and 8 food service menu items.
HowConvenience store tteokbokki uses chili powder instead of gochujang sauce to lower sodium by about 30%.

What it means for me

If you check the reduced-salt label on tteokbokki and bread at convenience stores, you can cut sodium and sugar intake.

If you buy convenience store meals for busy weekday meals, it's worth checking the reduced-salt label.

If you need to reduce sodium intake, reduced-salt labeled products can be a selection criterion.

Living · 3 sources combinedp. 3 / 7

Emart24, Girl Band QWER
Launch 21 Sandwich Varieties

D-5 Deadline November 12 · Entry Deadline
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In short

Emart24 has sequentially launched 21 sandwich varieties in collaboration with girl band QWER starting November 4.

The collection consists of 6 new products reflecting each member's personality and 15 redesigned existing products.

Customers can enter a drawing after purchase to win fan event invitations and signed albums.

Visitor info

LocationEmart24 Dessert Lab Seoul Forest location (fan event, November 18)
PeriodEntry period: November 4–12, app stamp event: November 13–30

Key facts

WhenSequential launch from November 4, entry from 4–12, winner announcement on 13, fan event on 18
WhoEmart24 collaborated with girl band QWER
What21 collaboration sandwiches: 6 new products and 15 redesigned products
How200 customers selected by drawing after purchase receive invitations to November 18 event at Seoul Forest location

What it means for me

Buying QWER collaboration sandwiches lets customers win merchandise through drawings and stamp events.

Living · 3 sources combinedp. 4 / 7

Lotte Mart Mega Deals
Pork belly, flounder at half price

D-1 Deadline November 8 · Ended pork belly and chuck 50% discount deadline
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In short

Lotte Mart opens the second week of 'Mega Deals' discount event from November 5 to 11.

Imported pork belly and chuck is sold at 990 won per 100g, and flounder sashimi at this year's lowest price.

Jeju mandarins, chestnuts, Pepero snacks, and winter household goods are also discounted together.

Visitor info

PeriodNovember 5–11, 2026 (pork belly and chuck discount ends November 8)
LocationAll Lotte Mart locations nationwide
Featured itemsEnded pork belly and chuck 100g 990 won, opening-run flounder sashimi, Jeju mandarins 3kg 7,990 won, chestnuts pick-and-mix 8,990 won

Key facts

WhenRuns from November 5 to 11, with pork belly and chuck discount ending on November 8.
WhoThis is the second week of Lotte Mart's 'Mega Deals' event held twice a year.
WhatPork belly and chuck sold at 990 won per 100g, flounder sashimi at this year's lowest price.
HowPrice lowered by adding seafood festival discount to event card payment discount.

What it means for me

You can purchase pork belly, seafood, and agricultural products at low prices at Lotte Mart from November 5–11.

Living · 3 sources combinedp. 5 / 7

Hoottown November shipping sale
Up to 50% discount on delivery

D-23 Deadline November 30 · Hoottown Black Friday Week ends
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In short

Haneul's overseas direct purchase platform Hoottown is offering up to 50% discount on shipping fees throughout November.

Character products from Japanese Sanrio and Pokémon, as well as electronics and fashion items are eligible for discounts.

This promotion follows increased demand for Japanese direct purchases due to the weak yen.

Visitor info

PeriodThroughout November 2026 (Hoottown Black Friday Week)
Target countriesMajor direct purchase countries including Japan, the US, and China
Discount10% to 50% max discount by category, plus daily 10% discount code (up to 50,000 won) continuously available
Weekly lineupWeek 1: fashion, Week 2: electronics, Week 3: character products, Week 4: comprehensive all-item discount

Key facts

WhenThe 'Hoottown Black Friday Week' event runs for the entire month of November.
WhoHaneul's overseas direct purchase platform Hoottown is hosting the event.
WhatShipping fees for direct purchases from Japan, the US, China and other countries receive 10-50% discounts.
HowWeekly product-specific discount codes are offered, and daily 10% off codes (up to 50,000 won max) are available continuously.

What it means for me

If you plan overseas direct purchases from Japan, the US, or China in November, collecting shipping discount codes will be beneficial.

Living · Planned · 3 sources combinedp. 6 / 7

Sokcho atka fish and sand eel
Festival opens for 6 days

D-8 Deadline November 15 · Last day of festival
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In short

A seafood festival will be held in Sokcho, Gangwon from November 6 to 15.

You can buy atka fish and sand eel through direct sales and enjoy free tastings.

This year we are paying closer attention to price displays and safety management.

Visitor info

LocationParking lot area in front of Emart on Sokcho Port terminal grounds, Sokcho, Gangwon
PeriodNovember 6–15, 2026 (ten days)

Key facts

WhenIt runs for ten days from November 6 to 15.
WhereIt takes place at the parking lot area in front of Emart on the Sokcho Port terminal grounds.
WhatDirect sales booths for atka fish and sand eel, food stalls, and free tasting events will operate.
HowManagement will be strengthened through installation of market price signs, price inspections, separated traffic flows, and operation of a safety control center.

What it means for me

Visitors can shop with confidence by checking market price signs and price displays.

Living · 3 sources combinedp. 7 / 7

Guryongpo Gwamegi Festival in Pohang
Held November 7-8 at Ara Plaza

D-1 Deadline November 8 · Gwamegi Festival end date
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In short

A winter delicacy gwamegi (dried and grilled saury) festival will be held in Guryongpo, Pohang.

It runs from November 7 to 8 at Ara Plaza and its surroundings.

Direct sales booths, hands-on programs, and performances are also planned.

Visitor info

LocationAra Plaza area in Guryongpo-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang, Gyeongbuk
PeriodNovember 7-8 (two days)

Key facts

WhenIt runs for two days from November 7 to 8.
WhereAt Ara Plaza area in Guryongpo-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang, Gyeongbuk.
WhoOrganized by Pohang Guryongpo Gwamegi Business Cooperative, sponsored by Pohang City.
WhatGwamegi direct sales booths and hands-on and performance programs are available.

What it means for me

To taste or buy gwamegi at affordable prices, visit Ara Plaza in Guryongpo on November 7-8.

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Contents of this edition
1 pagesSamsung defeats KIA Advances to Korean Series2 pagesSodium reduced 30% in tteokbokki Food agency supports 23 product developments3 pagesEmart24, Girl Band QWER Launch 21 Sandwich Varieties4 pagesLotte Mart Mega Deals Pork belly, flounder at half price5 pagesHoottown November shipping sale Up to 50% discount on delivery6 pagesSokcho atka fish and sand eel Festival opens for 6 days7 pagesGuryongpo Gwamegi Festival in Pohang Held November 7-8 at Ara Plaza