A Complete Guide to Getting Around South Korea

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South Korea’s transport network combines smart card systems, high speed rail, scenic themed trains, and subway accessible hiking trails, helping visitors travel smoothly across the country’s cities and regions.

Smart Cards Make Travel Simple
Using a transit card instead of cash tickets saves 100 won per ride and allows free transfers between subways and buses within a 30 minute window, extended to 60 minutes overnight. T-money cards cost between 3,000 and 5,000 won, never expire, and work nationwide on subways, buses, trains, and taxis. WOWPASS and NAMANE Card offer dual wallet designs that double as prepaid debit cards. The Discover Seoul Pass combines transit access with free entry to over 70 landmarks. As of early 2026, station kiosks across metropolitan lines support foreign issued Visa and Mastercard for recharges, alongside cash options.

The Seoul Climate Card for Unlimited Travel
The Seoul Climate Card offers unlimited rides on Seoul subways and city buses, with passes ranging from a one day pass at 5,000 won to a thirty day basic pass at 62,000 won. Combined, river, and premium versions add Ttareungi bikes and the Hangang River Bus. In 2026, coverage expanded to Seongnam, Hanam, Uijeongbu, and the Gimpo Goldline. Short term passes activate immediately upon loading, so tourists should charge them on their first day of travel. Unused short term passes can be refunded at the T-Town Customer Center with a passport, though thirty day passes are non-refundable.

Seoul and Busan Subway Fares Explained
The Seoul Metropolitan Subway spans 24 lines with a unified ticketing system based on distance. The base transit card fare is 1,550 won, compared to 1,650 won for cash tickets, with surcharges added beyond 10 kilometers and an extra 700 won on the Shinbundang Line. Busan Metro uses a two tier zone system instead, charging 1,300 won for trips of 10 kilometers or less and 1,500 won for longer journeys with a transit card.

Special Transit Options for Visitors to Busan
Busan offers several programs for international visitors. The Prepaid Dongbaek Pass helps foreign residents access transit discounts through a prepaid card registered with a local currency app. Busan Pay lets tourists buy unlimited one day or three day subway passes using a dynamic QR code scanned at turnstiles. The Visit Busan Pass combines tourism benefits with a transit chip usable indefinitely anywhere in South Korea.

High Speed Rail with KTX and SRT
South Korea’s high speed rail network connects major cities, cutting the Seoul to Busan journey to roughly two hours and eight minutes on nonstop services. The KTX departs from Seoul Station, Yongsan Station, and Cheongnyangni Station, while the SRT departs from Suseo Station in southern Seoul. Both trains reach speeds up to 305 kilometers per hour. The Korail Pass offers unlimited travel on KORAIL trains for foreign tourists, though it excludes SRT, municipal subways, and special tourist trains.

Scenic Themed Trains Across the Country
South Korea also operates themed scenic trains that highlight the country’s landscapes. The West Gold Train travels from Seoul’s Yongsan Station to Iksan along the west coast, featuring ondol heated cabins and a foot bath cafe with panoramic windows. The V-Train winds through the Baekdudaegan mountains at a leisurely 30 kilometers per hour, while the Donghae Santa Train passes through the Taebaek Mountains toward snow covered peaks.

Hiking Trails Connected to the Subway
Seoul’s mountain trails are remarkably close to subway exits, making hiking accessible without a car. Mount Bukhan, reached via Bukhansan Ui Station, offers a steep two hour climb to granite summits or a gentler alternative at Wonhyobong Peak, with a nearby tourism center renting hiking gear. Mount Nam features a barrier free sky forest deck trail, while Mount Acha offers gentle paved paths popular for night hiking.

Luggage Storage, Navigation, and Etiquette
Major stations operate T-Locker and T-Luggage networks. T-Lockers are automated and unmanned, accessible via mobile app using Bluetooth or QR codes, while T-Luggage Centers offer storage and same day delivery between stations or to Incheon Airport. Since Google Maps does not function effectively in South Korea, travelers rely on Naver Map and KakaoMap for navigation. On trains and buses, commuters keep voices low, leave priority seating vacant, and avoid weekday rush hours from 7 to 9 AM and 6 to 8 PM.

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Korea’s Exports

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Korea’s Exports Surpass US$100 Billion
in June

South Korea has set a new milestone by surpassing US$100 billion in exports for the first time in its history during June 2026.
Semiconductors — a key sector — are driving overall exports with June’s performance exceeding $40 billion. Moreover, the nation’s trade surplus also surpassed $30 billion for the first time, achieving remarkable results in terms of both quantity and quality.
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) recently announced that June’s exports recorded $102.25 billion, a 70.9% surge compared to the same month of last year.

This marks the first time in history that Korea’s monthly exports have exceeded $100 billion. It far surpassed the previous all-time record of $87.8 billion set in May, by passing the $90 billion mark and directly entering the $100 billion era.
With this achievement, South Korea has become the fourth country in the world to reach $100 billion in monthly exports, following Germany, China, and the United States.
The nation’s monthly exports continued their streak of setting all-time monthly records for 13 consecutive months, following a turnaround to year-on-year growth in June of last year.
Average daily exports, based on the number of actual working days, climbed by 59.5% to $4.54 billion, marking a new all-time high for the second consecutive month following May ($4.28 billion).

The main driver of growth was semiconductors. Powered by the exponential demand for memory fueled by the global boom in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure investment, fixed prices surged, resulting in semiconductor exports in June recording $44.82 billion, a 199.5% increase year-on-year.
The price of DDR5 16Gb RAM continued its upward trend, rising from $31.0 in March to $35.3 in April, $37.5 in May, and $40.0 in June, boosting Korea’s export figures.
This marks the first time that the nation’s monthly semiconductor exports have surpassed $40 billion. Semiconductors have also recorded their highest-ever monthly figures for 15 consecutive months.
Computer exports, driven by high demand for solid-state drives (SSDs) from big-tech companies, recorded $5.41 billion, representing a 308.8% increase. Wireless communication devices ($1.55 billion, up 51.9%) also showed an upward trend, centered on finished mobile phones.
Balanced growth was achieved as exports of 18 out of the top-20 major product categories increased. The export growth rate for non-semiconductor items reached 28%.

By region, seven out of the nine major export destinations saw significant gains. Notably, exports to China and the United States, Korea’s largest trading partners, both surpassed $20 billion. This was thanks to a substantial increase in semiconductor exports driven by expanded investment in AI servers in both countries.
Exports for the first half of this year (January to June) reached $496.7 billion, a 48.4% increase compared to the same period last year, setting a new all-time record.
If this momentum continues into the second half, this year’s exports are expected to reach the dream target of $1 trillion.

 
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Medical Solutions

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[INQ. NO. 2607E09] DONG-A CHAMMED is a leading provider of innovative ENT workstations and endoscopic imaging systems, complemented by advanced infection-control solutions including hospital‑grade disinfectants and automated endoscope washers.

Infection-Control Equipment
ED SPRAY is designed to disinfect and sterilize airborne and settling microorganisms in high infection-risk areas within hospitals.
Using a built-in ultra-high-power heating and ionizing electric turbine, it atomizes the disinfectant into a dry fog with particle sizes under 5 µm and disperses it at 80 m/s, rapidly and evenly covering all surfaces within the treated area (3 minutes per 50 m³).
With no corrosion issues caused by moisture, it delivers effective results even with an extremely small amount of disinfectant (1 ml per m³).

Endoscope Camera System
FX-V1 and FX-V3 are devices designed for internal body observation, featuring LED light sources and UHD & FHD cameras. These devices convey the captured images to a monitor and display real-time visuals via separate medical-grade light sources and camera heads.
This camera system transmits video captured by the camera to a monitor via a cable for real-time display and is specialized for all endoscopic surgeries with 2160-pixel UHD camera resolution.
DONG-A CHAMMED delivers integrated technologies that enhance efficiency and safety across medical practices worldwide.

 
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Dermatology Medical Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2607E08] Union Medical Co., Ltd., founded in 1988, has been striving to establish itself as a leading company in the skin and aesthetic medical device industry, specializing in electrosurgical units and laser systems.

Advanced Hyperthermia System
Union Medical’s NEOTHERMOS is an advanced hyperthermia system with deep heat- estimation function. It makes cancer cells die naturally while causing no harm to normal cells.
Cancer cells die selectively while protecting normal cells due to the great technology of 13.56MHz RF generator and 600w energy.
Surgical methods, drug therapy and immunological therapy can be done together with NEOTHERMOS treatment.

1450nm Diode Laser
Union Medical’s 1450nm is highly absorbed by water and fat and proven good for acne and scar treatment. NEOBEAM is non-ablative 1,450nm diode laser and emits laser that generates heat in the sebaceous glands and make it smaller to reduce the over-production of sebum.
To proactively respond to the rapidly changing aesthetic medical market and to develop products that meet customer expectations, Union Medical has established an in-house research institute and continues to invest annually in research and development.
Leveraging the technical expertise accumulated since its founding in 1988, Union Medical ensures outstanding durability and safety across its products, earning lasting customer satisfaction and trust.

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Clinical Decision-support Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2607E07] UNOVINS Inc. is a digital healthcare company specializing in the integrated analysis of mental and physical health data, powered by biometric signals and artificial intelligence (AI).
UNOVINS’ flagship solution, BrainBody, is an integrated mental and physical health measurement system that simultaneously evaluates brain health and physiological condition using a 2-channel prefrontal EEG sensor combined with a PPG-based pulse wave sensor.
In addition, BrainBody incorporates camera-based facial recognition technology to automate user registration and clinical chart input, delivering a more intuitive, efficient, and field-oriented measurement experience (UX) for real-world healthcare environments.
It quantitatively analyzes indicators related to autonomic nervous system status, stress, fatigue, concentration, and cognitive function, enabling clinicians to objectively evaluate the patient’s current condition using data-based results.
With a simple measurement taking approximately one minute, BrainBody enables rapid screening in outpatient settings. The test results are automatically generated in a structured analysis report, which can be used as clinical reference material and for patient consultation.
BrainBody aims to support the establishment of prevention- and management-oriented digital healthcare workflows across various medical environments, including psychiatry, internal medicine, integrative medicine, and health-screening centers.
UNOVINS is building a scalable platform-based digital healthcare ecosystem that seamlessly connects medical institutions with public organizations, enterprises, and individual users —moving healthcare beyond post-treatment toward a preventive and proactive, data-driven model of care.

 
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Dermatology Medical Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2607E06] With a 50-year journey of innovation, Daeyang Medical has consistently established new standards in the aesthetic and medical device industry. Beyond being a mere manufacturer, Daeyang Medical is a global partner leading innovation.
Based on sophisticated market analysis and extensive technical expertise, Daeyang Medical produces high-quality devices, and is spearheading the modernization of medical sites worldwide.

Thermotherapy Systems
Daeyang’s WELINT utilizes Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive (TECAR) Therapy, applying targeted Radiofrequency (RF) energy to deliver deep therapeutic heat, thereby boosting blood circulation and accelerating the speed of recovery.
Through non-invasive protocols, it relieves pain, reduces swelling, and restores mobility. Personalized treatment is possible, and it accelerates healing and supports sustained regeneration.

Device for Skin’s Generation
Daeyang’s PURISMA is an effective medical device that provides vitality and regeneration to the skin through the generation and delivery of plasma energy.
It can be utilized in various ways, including wrinkle improvement, scar treatment, skin whitening, and drug penetration, by using the Plasma applicator, SPOT applicator, Sonophoresis (ultrasound electrophoresis), and Electrophoresis applicator.

 
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Sophisticated Endoscopic Medical Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2607E05] MediInTech Co., Ltd., established in 2020, is a specialized medical-device company committed to developing intuitive and intelligent endoscopic medical devices.
By challenging the flexible endoscope market, which is dominated by Japanese companies with over 90% market share, MediInTech has gained attention for its domestically developed endoscope, MEDIUFES.
MEDIUFES is an innovative motorized gastrointestinal endoscopic system that addresses the shortcomings of traditional mechanical endoscopes.
Powered by artificial intelligence (AI) software, it enhances convenience for medical professionals and ensures safety for patients. Through this product, MediInTech aims to lead the localization of medical devices in Korea while also strengthening its competitiveness in global markets.

MEDIUFES boasts advanced technology that significantly improves the convenience and efficiency of medical professionals. The company particularly aims to target markets facing a shortage of skilled healthcare professionals by highlighting the value of motorized and AI-driven solutions.

MEDIUFES is a sophisticated medical endoscopic system comprising the MEDIUFES Video System (ME-400), Video Gastroscopy (MGS-400, MGS-410), Video Colonoscopy (MCS-400, MCS-410), Video Broncoscopy (MBS-440, MBS-460), and endoscopic video analysis software (MD-SA-300, MD-CA-300). The MEDIUFES Video System (ME-400) features an intuitive control interface, motorized suction capabilities, and a USB 3.0 port for image and video data transfer. The Video Gastroscopy (MGS-400, MGS-410) delivers high-resolution FHD images and offers intuitive control through its motorized esophagogastroduodenoscope.
The Video Colonoscopy (MCS-400, MCS-410) offers effortless control through a wheel or joystick-based interface. The Video Broncoscopy (MBS-440, MBS-460) is designed for the diagnosis and treatment of the bronchi and lungs. The endoscopic video analysis software (MD-SA-300, MD-CA-300) features real-time detection of abnormalities, combining high-quality data from specialists at Seoul National University Hospital with MediInTech’s proprietary technology.

MediInTech has identified Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines as its primary target markets. These countries were selected due to their regulatory frameworks that allow entry without FDA or CE certifications, as well as their promising medical device and endoscopy market-growth potential. Vietnam has already secured regulatory approval and finalized distributor appointments, while regulatory applications are underway in the remaining countries.
MediInTech has also set its sights on the United States as a secondary target, aiming to enter the American market after obtaining FDA approval.
 
 
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Medical IT Solutions

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[INQ. NO. 2607E04] Silla Systems Co., Ltd. is an ICT specialized technology company established in 2005 in Daegu, South Korea.
Since its founding in 2005, Silla Systems has demonstrated its technological expertise and innovation through steady business operations, earning various certifications in areas such as venture enterprises including INNO-BIZ, and MAIN-BIZ.
In 2022, Shilla Systems received the Digital Management Innovation Award (Digital Healthcare category, Ministry of Science and ICT), achieved GMP certification for medical-device quality compliance in 2024, and was honored with the Bronze Tower Order of Industrial Service Merit (Presidential Award) in November 2024.
Walnut-DX is brain-tumor diagnosis support software that analyzes multimodal brain imaging (MRI) and diagnostic data to support brain-tumor analysis, tumor-type diagnosis, and diagnostic report generation.
By integrating and analyzing multiple MRI image sequences, Walnut-DX detects the location and characteristics of brain tumors and supports fast and accurate diagnosis for medical professionals.

Abdominal CT Automatic Segmentation Model–based Solution
AIVis-Q is an abdominal CT automatic segmentation model–based solution designed to measure and analyze disease-severity indicators. It analyzes abdominal CT images to automatically segment major abdominal organs and supports quantitative evaluation for disease-severity assessment.
AIVis-Q performs automatic segmentation of abdominal organs using CT-imaging data. The solution analyzes CT images to extract quantitative indicators related to disease severity and supports analysis of major abdominal organs including the liver, spleen, and pancreas.
AIVis-Q applies deep learning–based 3D models including DeepLabV3+ and nnU-Net. The model is trained with multi-institutional data to enhance performance and supports PNG and DICOM image inputs. Model performance is validated through 5-fold cross validation, achieving an average Dice Score of 96.3%.

Silla Systems possesses extensive experience, systematic methodology, and professional expertise to develop, supply, and efficiently operate the most suitable solutions for the medical business environment.
By strengthening its in-house research and development as well as commercialization, Shilla Systems actively advances the development and provision of its solutions. Furthermore, it plays a pivotal role in fostering joint growth among local academia, industry, and research institutions through close collaboration with regional universities and hospitals.
 
 
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Dermatology Medical Devices

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[INQ. NO. 2607E03] Tentech Inc. is a leading provider of innovative solutions in the global medical aesthetics market, driven by advanced medical and aesthetic technologies.
Founded in 2010, Tentech has been dedicated to developing technologies that enhance quality of life while promoting beauty and health.
Its flagship products — 10THERMA, 10TRIPLE, and 10THERA — utilize RF and HIFU technologies, and are widely recognized for their outstanding performance in skin lifting and rejuvenation.
All products have obtained international certifications and are manufactured under rigorous quality-management systems to ensure both safety and efficacy.
Through continuous research and development, as well as strategic global partnerships, Tentech continues to strengthen its technological competitiveness within the medical aesthetics industry.

Medical Aesthetic Device
Tentech’s 10TRIPLE is a cutting-edge medical aesthetic device designed based on the world’s first 3-line ultrasound (HIFU) technology, effectively providing lifting and skin improvement. This device delivers deeper lifting effects by reaching the Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System (SMAS) layer and offers personalized treatments tailored to each patient’s skin condition by using a variety of cartridges.

Developed with a non-invasive approach, 10TRIPLE minimizes skin damage while delivering stable ultrasonic energy for safe and efficient treatments. Additionally, its quick treatment time and fast recovery ensure high patient satisfaction, while the intuitive interface and sophisticated design enhance ease of use for medical professionals.
This device delivers natural lifting effects and accommodates various skin types, offering treatment options that meet the diverse needs of clients.

Dermatology Medical Device
Tentech’s 10REVIV operates without pain from microneedles due to a special cryo gas that is emitted at the same time as microneedling. The microneedles are driven directly into the skin at a certain depth, and radiofrequency energy is then released inside the skin. This gives a more uniform deep tissue warming that will then stimulate the collagen and new collagen fibers are produced.
The needle tip contains very small gold needles acting as internal conductors.

Fractional Intense Pulsed Light Device
Tentech’s 10MATRIX is a fractional Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) device designed for treating skin diseases.
It utilizes a Xenon Lamp in the handpiece to emit IPL, effectively targeting skin conditions.
It operates within a broad wavelength range of 450-950nm, which allows for more effective absorption by melanin and other targeted components. By emitting photons in pulse form, it brings about selective thermal-damage to the target without damaging the surrounding tissues, thereby improving skin conditions.

Dermatology Medical Devices
Tentech’s 10LUX emits light onto the skin using 5800 LEDs, thus enhancing cellular metabolic activity by the mitochondria within the cells.
It has the feature of eliciting various responses based on different wavelengths. Users can freely bend the panel of 10LUX, thereby modifying the distance between objects more precisely.
Users can experience the best outcomes with these high-intensity lamps, arranged in the maximum number per unit area. Using three different wavelength high-power-density chips, 10LUX arranges maximum numbers of micro LEDs as close as possible to realize the maximum power output per unit area.

 
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[INQ. NO. 2607E02] REMED Co., Ltd. is a leading Korean electroceutical company that has specialized for over 20 years in the treatment of intractable brain disorders and non-invasive therapeutic procedures.
With continuous research, development, and strong clinical evidence, REMED has delivered innovative medical devices and established itself as a leader in the national neuromodulation market.
Driven by its mission to contribute to human health and well-being, REMED has expanded the social value of its technologies and grown into a trusted medical device company committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
Its diverse product portfolio includes Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), ESWT/RSWT shockwave systems, and other neuromodulation-based therapeutic devices. Through collaborations with domestic and international clinics, hospitals, and global partners, REMED has earned recognition for its clinical reliability, safety, and technological excellence.
REFTONE is REMED’s groundbreaking technology that shifts from traditional heat-based lifting, which works by damaging and then healing the skin tissue, to using shockwave energy to create microbubbles. This induces cavitation, promoting skin tissue regeneration. It applies a unique shockwave lifting technique exclusive to REFTONE.

Cleo V1 is a high-intensity ultrasound skin tightening device that non-invasively targets the dermis and the superficial musculo-aponeurotic system (SMAS) layers of the skin with high-intensity ultrasound. This treatment effectively contracts sagging tissues, lifting the skin with enhanced elasticity, without causing damage to the surrounding areas. Featuring a slim design and user-friendly functionality, the patented handpiece is designed for facial cosmetic use.

BrainStim is a device used for the treatment of depression in adult patients, which applies an electromagnetic field to the scalp. It passes a high-induction magnetic field through the skull to stimulate cortical neurons. The device can be connected to separate EMG sensors and navigation systems to adjust the stimulation location and MEP intensity.

Recently, REMED launched its aesthetic brand, REMED Aesthetics, introducing premium energy-based devices such as Shockwave Regenerative Lifting and Vertical HIFU, thereby further expanding its business into the medical aesthetics sector.
 
 
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