A Complete Guide to Cherry Blossom Season in Korea

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A Bloom That Travels North
Every spring, South Korea undergoes a breathtaking transformation. Millions of cherry trees — known locally as beot-kkot — burst into bloom, turning roads, riverbanks, palace grounds, and temple paths into corridors of pale pink and white. For 2026, forecasters have identified an earlier-than-usual season, with blossoms expected to arrive approximately three to eight days ahead of historical averages due to evolving climate patterns. The bloom begins in the south and moves steadily northward, giving travelers the rare opportunity to follow the season across the entire peninsula. 

Where the Season Begins: Jeju Island
The cherry blossom journey starts on Jeju Island, where the first blooms are expected around March 22. Jeju is the primary habitat of the native King Cherry tree — a species distinct from the more widely known Somei Yoshino variety — and the island’s festivals celebrate this indigenous tree as a symbol of Korean identity.
Top viewing spots include Jeonnong-ro in Jeju City, a 1.2-kilometer road closed to vehicles during the festival period to allow pedestrians full immersion under a dense canopy of mature trees. The entrance road of Jeju National University offers a slightly later bloom due to its elevation, while Jangjeon-ri in Aewol-eup is celebrated for its evening illuminations that highlight white petals against the dark volcanic landscape. Hallim Park adds a dramatic geological element, pairing the delicate blossoms with lava caves and volcanic stone formations.

The Southern Coast: Festivals on a Grand Scale
The southern coastal region hosts Korea’s most celebrated spring festivals. Jinhae, a city that is home to more than 360,000 cherry trees, holds the Jinhae Gunhangje Festival — the largest spring celebration in the country, drawing over 2.6 million visitors annually. In 2026, the festival is expected to run from March 27 to April 5. Originally established in 1952 to commemorate Admiral Yi Sun-sin, the event now blends military heritage with floral tourism. The iconic Yeojwacheon Stream, with its “Romance Bridge” and water reflections, and the photogenic Gyeonghwa Station — a retired railway track lined with mature cherry trees — are among its most beloved spots.
Nearby Busan offers a coastal counterpoint, pairing cherry blossoms with seaside views at Dalmaji Hill in Haeundae, where a winding path overlooks the East Sea. The city’s peak bloom is projected between March 27 and March 31.
In Hadong, the Hwagae Cherry Blossom Festival centers on a roughly four-kilometer road connecting Hwagae Market to the ancient Ssanggyesa Temple, popularly called the “Wedding Road” after a local legend promising eternal love to couples who walk it together. Visitors are also encouraged to sample regional spring delicacies at the market.

History in Full Bloom: Gyeongju and Jeonju
Gyeongju, the former capital of the Silla Dynasty, offers one of Korea’s most unique blossom experiences. The city is considered a living museum, and its 2026 peak bloom is forecast between March 27 and April 5. The Daereungwon Tomb Complex, with its grass-covered royal burial mounds framed by pink petals, creates a powerful sense of history meeting impermanence. Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its rare “double” cherry blossoms, which bloom slightly later than standard varieties, extending the season. Gyeongju also hosts a Cherry Blossom Marathon in early April, with courses ranging from 5 kilometers to a full marathon distance.
Further west, the Maisan Cherry Blossom Festival in Jeonju features a hiking trail leading to Tapsa Temple, and many visitors combine this with a visit to the historic Jeonju Hanok Village.

Seoul: Urban Cherry Blossom at Its Finest
Seoul’s blossoms reach their peak between April 7 and April 14. The Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival draws crowds to a 1.7-kilometer Cherry Blossom Tunnel along the Han River, accompanied by live performances and evening illuminations. Seokchon Lake in the Jamsil district reflects blossoms on its calm surface against the backdrop of the city skyline.
Seoul’s five grand palaces provide a more serene setting. Gyeongbokgung offers coveted Moonlight night tours, while Changdeokgung’s guided walks through the Secret Garden include a traditional tea ceremony. Visitors wearing traditional hanbok clothing are typically admitted to the palaces free of charge. The E-land Han River Cruise also offers specialized cherry blossom cruises departing from Yeouido Pier, some featuring live jazz and evening fireworks.

Planning Your Trip
The optimal window for experiencing blossoms across the southern and central regions is March 25 to April 10. Travelers should book KTX rail tickets exactly one month in advance, as seats on popular routes sell out quickly. For Jinhae, which lacks direct KTX access from Seoul, organized shuttle bus tours departing from major Seoul hubs offer a practical alternative. To avoid peak-hour crowds, weekday visits and early morning arrivals — before 9:00 a.m. at major sites — are strongly recommended. Monitoring real-time bloom reports from the Korea Meteorological Administration can also help travelers adjust their itineraries as the season unfolds.

 
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February’s Exports Hit Record-High Amid Semiconductor Boom

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Fueled by the semiconductor boom, Korea’s exports in February increased by nearly 30%, recording the highest February performance ever.
According to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE), Korea’s exports in February reached $67.45 billion, a 29.0% increase from the same month last year. This is the highest February performance ever. This significant increase was achieved despite three fewer working days than last year due to the Lunar New Year holidays. Record monthly export performance has been recorded for nine consecutive months since June last year.

 Semiconductors were the driving force behind Korea’s exports, reaching $25.16 billion in February, a 160.8% increase compared to the same month last year. This is in fact the highest monthly figure ever recorded. Semiconductor exports have remained above $20 billion for three consecutive months due to excess demand stemming from increased investment in artificial intelligence (AI), and the resulting surge in memory prices.
In February, only five of Korea’s 15 major export items, including semiconductors, saw an increase in exports. Computers, wireless communication devices, ships, and biohealth were these items that saw export growth. Conversely, exports of automobiles and auto parts declined due to the Lunar New Year holidays. Exports of general machinery, petrochemicals, and steel also saw declines.

By region, exports increased in seven of the nine major export regions. Exports to the United States reached $12.85 billion, a 29.9% increase, marking the highest February performance ever. Exports to China also increased by 34.1% to $12.75 billion due to higher demand for semiconductors.
South Korea’s imports in February reached $51.94 billion, a 7.5% increase from the same month last year. This resulted in a trade surplus of $15.51 billion. The trade balance increased by $11.55 billion year-on-year, reaching a record monthly high. The monthly trade balance has remained in surplus for 13 consecutive months since February of last year.
 
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Cloud-based EMR/CRM Integrated Solutions

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[INQ. NO. 2603E12] TNH Co., Ltd. is a healthcare IT company that has focused on addressing the structural challenges in healthcare. Since its founding in 2008, TNH has focused on developing specialized hospital software and has consistently provided solutions tailored to the hospital operating environment, focusing on cloud-based EMR and CRM.
TNH’s unique strength lies in expanding its solutions beyond simple electronic chart provision to encompass the entire hospital workflow, encompassing reservations, treatment, consultations, payments, insurance claims, and post-mortem care, all within a single system.

Its VegasCRM is a cloud-based EMR/CRM integrated solution for dermatology, aesthetics, and plastic surgery hospitals and clinics. It is designed to integrate not only medical record management but also reservations, customer management, and insurance claims into a single system.
Real-time status boards, treatment room status boards, and a smart reservation system allow for a comprehensive overview of hospital operations. It also offers customer management through point payment and deduction functions, and pick-up desk-based treatment distribution and statistics.

The reception and consultation function using tablet charts is also a factor that increases field usability.
TNH’s HanChart Cloud is a cloud-based electronic chart solution designed specifically for the environment of Oriental medicine clinics. It supports stable hospital operations without space or equipment constraints. It also features enhanced features specific to Korean Oriental medicine clinics, such as beauty treatment image storage, CRM functionality, kiosk (HIOSK) integration for registration, and certificate issuance.

Furthermore, TNH plans to gradually introduce a solution with enhanced field usability and mobile scalability via the tablet-based medical app Mediclo. Through these initiatives, TNH aims to more organically connect EMR and CRM-based hospital operating environments and continue its role as a technology partner that reduces actual workloads in the medical field.
Currently, TNH’s solutions are used in over 3,000 hospitals and clinics nationwide, with over 15,000 medical professionals and hospital staff utilizing them in real time on average daily. TNH continues its steady growth, with revenue of KRW 5 billion in 2022, KRW 6.2 billion in 2023, KRW 8.1 billion in 2024, and KRW 9.2 billion in 2025. This success is attributed to long-term customer retention and solution reliability.

 
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Portable Cooling Device

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[INQ. NO. 2603E13] ICE LINKER Co., Ltd., a spin-off company of Samsung C-LAB, recently introduced the world’s first portable cooling device, Ella Thera, which can cool the skin to -10°C.
Ella Thera is a portable, two-in-one device that cools to -10°C in under 100 seconds. The temperature and functionality can be freely adjusted to suit a variety of individual needs.
The company emphasizes that the skin cooler function cools the skin and relieves pain and swelling, while the warming function relaxes muscles and promotes blood circulation. The device’s unique dual function, combining cooling and heating, allows for massage and skin care anytime, anywhere.

ICE LINKER confirmed its necessity and excellence through such various events as the Tokyo Show in Japan, the Innotech Invention Competition in Taiwan, and KIMES in Korea. Ella Thera is scheduled to be marketed as a medical device starting in 2026.
ICE LINKER is currently jointly developing various products utilizing its rapid cooling technology with mid-sized and large companies, and plans to sequentially introduce a lineup of approximately 30 products to the market. Through this, the company aims to become a specialized cooling technology company that addresses heat-related discomfort.
ICE LINKER inherited Samsung Electronics’ innovative culture and was born from a recognition of its future potential. ICE LINKER is a leading company driving innovation in the global market through cutting-edge digital cooling technology. Based on its innovative solutions and technological prowess, the company delivers quality and service that exceeds customer expectations.

ICE LINKERis a company born from Samsung Electronics’ DNA of innovation, and is recognized for its future potential. It is a leading company driving innovation in the global market through cutting-edge digital cooling technology. Based on its innovative solutions and technological prowess, ICE LINKER delivers quality and service that exceeds its customers’ expectations.
ICE LINKER aims to address heat-related issues across various sectors, including people, objects, and society, utilizing its digital cooling technology. Currently, ICE LINKER has developed and mass-produced one medical product and two wellness products by using its rapid cooling technology.

 
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Skin Diagnostic Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2603E11] PSI Plus Co., Ltd. is an R&D-focused company that develops and manufactures skin diagnostic devices that quantitatively analyze skin conditions based on image-processing technology. Through technical collaboration with PSI Co., Ltd., which has accumulated expertise in the field of optical instruments, PSI Plus continues to introduce skin diagnostic solutions suitable for professional environments such as hospitals, dermatology, plastic surgery clinics, and cosmetic research laboratories.
PSI Plus’s skin diagnostic devices capture facial images using four different light sources and analyze a total of 14 skin parameters based on the acquired data. These devices are primarily used in medical institutions, skin clinical evaluation centers, and cosmetic development and marketing environments. Recently, the company has been advancing its technology toward providing personalized diagnostic solutions by accumulating and analyzing data on age-related skin changes.
In the domestic market, more than 2,500 skin diagnostic devices have been installed, demonstrating high utilization rates particularly in hospitals and dermatology clinics. This extensive real-world usage base enhances technological credibility, and has led to collaborations with numerous domestic cosmetic companies. Sales have shown steady growth, with the proportion of overseas revenue also gradually increasing.

Its current flagship product, 3D Meta-Vu, is a 3D skin analysis system equipped with full-spectrum LED light sources, enabling three-dimensional analysis of facial contours and skin conditions with a single capture.
By combining the strengths of existing 3D scanning equipment and facial-skin analyzers, this device is designed to simultaneously identify volume changes and skin problems while capturing images in a light-blocking environment. It enhances the reliability of before-and-after comparisons of subtle skin changes, making it ideal for consultations for various procedures, including laser, filler, and botox.

PSI Plus’s Mark-Vu is a premium professional skin analysis device that delivers uniform image quality across diverse environments through its LED light sources and polarized filter in-out system. Based on proprietary resolution algorithms and analysis logic, it precisely evaluates the state of pores, sebum, pigmentation, and blood vessels. The placement of the capture button on the top of the device enhances both ease of use and reproducibility.
PSI Plus’s Line-Vu is a model designed with space efficiency and accessibility in mind, making it suitable for use in skincare rooms and small clinics. While retaining core analysis functions, it provides an intuitive user environment, expanding its applicability beyond medical settings into aesthetic care fields.

PSI Plus has applied Dark Skin Analysis Logic capable of analyzing a wide range of skin tones, enabling effective use in markets with a high proportion of darker skin tones, such as the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. In addition, PSI Plus is increasing understanding during the consultation stage through virtual laser treatment simulation, and wrinkle and pigmentation change prediction functions.
PSI Plus supplies its products to multiple countries including the United States, Japan, France, and India, and is expanding global partnerships through participation in major international exhibitions such as MEDICA, Arab Health, and Hospitalar. Looking ahead, the company plans to further strengthen localized solutions with a focus on Brazil, the Middle East, and Europe.
PSI Plus is expanding its skin analysis technology beyond diagnostic devices into data-driven medical and aesthetic solutions, continuously advancing product development that reflects diverse skin characteristics and market demands. Through these efforts, the company is gradually enhancing the global competitiveness of Korean technology in the skin diagnostics market.

 
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Autonomous Mobile Robot

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[INQ. NO. 2603E10] SAMICK THK Co., Ltd. exhibited the NX-mobile AMR, an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) that combines a multi-joint robot with a humanoid-shape at SEMICON KOREA 2026.
The product performs various tasks based on a multi-joint robot. Two cameras mounted on the robot head provide three-dimensional perception of the surrounding environment, while hand cameras at the end of each joint capture the shape of the workpiece. Based on this information, the AMR can perform autonomous operations, such as loading items into empty spaces in a storage bin or, conversely, checking the location and retrieving items.
The AMR features a lifting axis that moves the robot up and down, allowing it to flexibly adjust its position to the height of the workpiece. It is also equipped with various sensors and scanners for safety. Furthermore, the built-in pneumatic device generates the compressed air required for robot operation without the need for separate equipment.
A spokesperson for the company explained, “It can be used in environments requiring organization or frequent material transport,” adding, “We are continuing to develop various robot and automation solutions with the goal of becoming a company that provides full-cycle smart factory solutions.”

 
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High-power Laser Equipment

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[INQ. NO. 2603E09] Founded in 1988, Union Medical Co., Ltd. is a medical device manufacturer specializing in the development and manufacture of various laser and energy-based medical devices, including electrosurgical devices and CO₂ lasers, using proprietary technology.
Union Medical continues to expand its global market by building a differentiated technology portfolio that includes 1450nm, 1550nm, and 1927nm lasers, multi-pulse IPL, pneumatic injection systems utilizing air, and high-frequency hyperthermia cancer-treatment devices.
To strengthen its quality competitiveness and to meet global standards, Union Medical has obtained ISO, GMP, and MDSAP certifications. Based on individual country-specific approvals, it is actively expanding into overseas markets.
In Korea, Union Medical has maintained steady sales based on its long-standing brand recognition and stable distribution network. In overseas markets, the company achieved record sales in 2025, demonstrating the success of its sales-channel diversification. In the Japanese market, in particular, the company has maintained stable performance, supplying over 100 CO₂ laser devices annually for over 20 years.
Union Medical recently showcased its key product lineup targeting the aesthetics and skincare markets, focusing on high-power laser equipment. Last year, it showcased the technological prowess of its existing products to both domestic medical professionals and international buyers.

Diode Laser Device
Union Medical’s flagship product, the NEOBEAM, is a 1450nm diode laser device characterized by its high absorption by water and sebum. With a high-output of 25W, it delivers consistent energy even through a 10mm lens, enabling deep energy penetration and shortening treatment times. Furthermore, the device features a cooling system to reduce the risk of burns and is designed with the safety of both users and patients in mind.

Dual Fractional Laser Device
Union Medical’s DE ORO DUAL is a dual fractional laser device that integrates two-wavelength lasers ― 1550nm and 1927nm ― into a single system. Designed to simultaneously target both epidermal and dermal lesions, its high output and small beam size maximize treatment effectiveness while minimizing side effects. Its flexibility in adapting to a variety of skin types and treatment objectives makes it a highly useful clinical device.
Union Medical is expanding its overseas business, targeting Japan and Brazil as key target markets. In Japan, the company is expanding its product line with a variety of laser devices, leveraging its experience in selling CO₂ lasers. It also plans to strengthen its presence among medical professionals through participation in relevant academic conferences. In Brazil, considering the high demand for skincare products, the company is establishing a bridgehead for full-scale market entry based on its MDSAP certification.
Going forward, Union Medical plans to respond to the rapidly evolving demands of the aesthetic medicine market through continued investment in R&D, and to expand its reach to global buyers by participating in key international academic conferences and exhibitions, such as IMCAS, DUBAI DERMA, and AMWC. In 2026, it plans to introduce differentiated new products that reflect customer needs and further strengthen its competitiveness in the laser-based aesthetic medical device market. 
 
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Medical Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2603E08] Founded in 2005, WON MEDCO leverages its 25 years of accumulated laser manufacturing expertise to develop innovative medical and homecare devices, elevating the status of K-beauty in the global market. With its superior technology and extensive clinical data, the company provides customers with trustworthy products and sets new standards for skin care and beauty.
Through its flagship brand, CLABIANE, the company offers a diverse range of products that combine expertise and quality, and through continuous research and innovation, it is leading the way in creating a new culture of skin care.

Homecare Complex Beauty Device
WON MEDCO’s Oligihome is an innovative homecare complex beauty device that combines five functions ― HIFU, RF, AP, LDM, and LED ― in a single device. By integrating various technologies, this device offers the convenience of receiving all your beauty care needs in one place, thus eliminating the need for multiple individual devices.
Combining technologies such as RF (Radio Frequency), EP (Electroporation), LDM (Local Dynamic Micro-massage, or water drop lift ultrasound), and LED light therapy, the device offers a variety of benefits, including skin elasticity enhancement, wrinkle improvement, lifting, tightening, and skin soothing.
These features effectively address the diverse skin concerns of various skin types and promote overall improvement. Instead of complex buttons, the device features an intuitive touchscreen for maximum user convenience.
Simple operation allows users to easily select their desired functions, making it simple for anyone to use. Boasting a sophisticated design and outstanding performance, this device allows users to experience professional-level beauty care at home.

Hair-loss Treatment Medical Device
WON MEDCO’s Hair Beam Air is the first hair-loss treatment medical device developed in Korea, in 2009. Approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, it utilizes LLLT (low-level laser therapy) technology.
When blood flow and oxygen levels in the blood vessels connected to the hair follicles increase by directly delivering LD and LED light to the scalp, it increases blood flow and oxygen levels in the blood vessels connected to the hair follicles. This stimulates capillaries, dilating and supplying nutrients to the hair follicles and roots, thereby promoting hair growth and enhancing hair thickness. It is effective in treating hair loss, strengthening hair thickness, increasing hair density, accelerating hair growth, regenerating aged hair, repairing damaged hair, and providing scalp care.

WON MEDCO is the first in Korea to complete clinical trials at two national university hospitals (Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, and Kyungpook National University Hospital) for its latest Hair Beam Air for hair-loss treatment.
The clinical results showed that after six months of use, the number of hairs per 1cm² increased by 17.2, and hair thickness increased by an average of 12.6 μm. These are the best and most reliable figures for hair-loss treatments in Korea. In addition, its Hair Beam Air holds numerous patents and awards as the world’s first helmet-type hair-loss treatment device.
“Founded in 2005, WON MEDCO is a subsidiary of Wontech, a laser medical device manufacturer. We manufacture and sell medical devices for dermatology and aesthetics, homecare beauty devices, and medical skincare products. Developed in collaboration with leading experts, we offer high-quality products that will help you restore your skin’s natural beauty,” remarked the company’s CEO.

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Digital Treatment Solutions

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 [INQ. NO. 2603E07] Emocog Inc. is a digital healthcare platform that assesses and treats emotion and cognition. Starting with the development of Cogthera, which is software used as a medical device for mild cognitive impairment, Emocog covers the entire dementia cycle ― from prevention, to identification, and symptom improvement.

Digital Screening Tool for Early Detection of Cognitive Decline
MemoryPick is a digital screening tool that helps users to detect early signs of cognitive decline. It evaluates memory and executive function, which are the first cognitive areas to decline due to dementia, as well as subjective cognitive decline and depression.

At the end of the test, it provides an instant results report representing the user’s brain health. Based on the results, it recommends memory strategies to help people’s daily life and lifestyle habits to keep the brain healthy.
It is a responsive web-based online test that can be performed on various devices and operating systems through a QR or a URL.
The test takes only about five minutes, providing comfortable and easy-to-use content based on simple words and shapes.
It is able to improve the accuracy of the results through large-scale compliance data by accounting for differences in cognitive function based on age, education, gender, etc.

Digital Healthcare Treatment Device
Cogthera is a digital therapeutics (DTx) device for delaying cognitive decline in patients with mild cognitive impairment.
Cogthera constantly monitors patients’ cognitive functions and provides personalized cognitive training to strengthen their neural networks and increase their *cognitive reserve.
It was designated as an Innovative Medical Device by MFDS and became the first cognitive intervention treatment software for MCI to be designated as an Innovative Medical Device in Korea.

It features a conversation-based interface using vocal cues, made for the convenience of patients with early cognitive decline. The difficulty-level automatically adjusts based on the patient’s performance. It is designed for daily use under the guidance and prescription of a healthcare professional.
Emocog builds an ecosystem to care for the entire journey from screening, to diagnosis and treatment of dementia. To overcome the physical constraints of not being able to care for every patient every day, Emocog proposes innovative solutions utilizing digital technology.
 
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Nail & Toenail Management Solutions

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[INQ. NO. 2603E05] VADICOS Plus is expanding its professional medical services, focusing on problem nail and toenail management solutions that transcend the boundaries between beauty and medical.
Starting as VADICOS, today VADICOS Plus has expanded its business to encompass specialized medical services in response to changing times and the demands of the medical field. It has also focused on establishing management standards and systems that enable hospitals and professionals to grow together.

Currently, VADICOS Plus provides integrated products, solutions, and education systems centered on problematic nail care, steadily expanding its collaboration base with medical institutions.
Its VADICOS Corrector (Ingrown Nail System) is a non-surgical, painless correction solution developed to minimize side effects and discomfort associated with excisional surgery. The corrective wire, made from a shape-memory alloy, exhibits both shape-memory recovery above a certain temperature and super elasticity.
Its ATOM Laser is a non-heating, painless medical device characterized by dual effects: a 405nm wavelength that induces antifungal activity and a 635nm wavelength that promotes blood circulation and regeneration. The system supports simultaneous irradiation of both feet to reduce treatment time and features a dual-monitor setup that allows users to visually confirm and adjust irradiation positions. Another strength is that it aims to improve mycosis while reducing the burden of side effects from drug treatment.

VADICOS Plus is also accelerating its expansion into overseas markets. Japan is the first export destination, where the company is preparing entry into the medical problematic nail care market through cooperation with Maruto, a Japanese company with a 100-year history.
In addition, the company plans to expand exports of non-surgical, painless correction and antifungal treatment solutions to Southeast Asian countries, where the burden of hospital treatment costs is relatively high. 
 
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