Holiday Traditions of Sending Gifts to South Korea

So, it's time to send a gift to South Korea, but this might present some troubling questions. What should you send? When should you send it? How will you know if your recipient will like your gift? It's clear that everyone love to receive gifts from the sheer number of holidays, celebrations, and gift traditions all over the world, but even with the best intentions it's always a good idea to look into a regions customs, etiquette, and traditions. Each culture has unique meanings behind its holidays, special ways to give gifts politely, and preferences for the gifts themselves. A little research can go a long toward ensuring that one honors their family and friends from other countries appropriately during the holidays. Sending gifts to South Korea might be daunting at first, but becoming familiar with the ways local holidays are celebrated will help you choose the perfect gift!

Before sending gifts to South Korea, it is very important to keep the following guidelines in mind. First, and very importantly, it is customary in South Korea for recipients to reciprocate when they receive a gift. Initially, this doesn't seem to have a bad side, since you are assured a gift in return if you give one; however, you must remember that according to social rules your recipient is bound to give you a comparable gift in return - when choosing your gift, make sure to choose one that is within the recipient's means to return. If the recipient cannot give you a similarly priced gift in return, they will 'lose face' and be very embarrassed, thus defeating the purpose of giving a gift. Any gift will demonstrate your thought, but it is important to keep in mind your gift's country of origin; it is best to give gifts from your own home country, and usually frowned upon to give gifts that were made in underdeveloped countries, unless they are iconic or souvenirs from your travels. Be prepared to meet with some resistance when you first offer your gift; be persistent, this reluctance is simply a show of good manners. It is customary in South Korea to offer gifts to your recipient with both hands; in addition, it is considered rude to open gifts in the presence of the giver; do not be offended if your recipient puts your gift aside. When one is invited to a home for the first time it is customary to bring a Wine Gift or Tea-Coffee gifts; sweets, cakes, flowers, and Gourmet Gift Baskets are also well-received. It is also a good idea to bring a gift for any small children in the home such as a Chocolate Gift or Sweets.

In South Korea's business world, the same rules apply as above, but there are also some other guidelines to remember. It is common to give gifts to build relationships in South Korea; if you are given a gift it is important to give one in return. Your gift should be modestly priced and of good quality; gifts with your company's logo are often well-received. If you are giving gifts to a number of people within an office, remember to give a gift of higher value to a supervisor or manager. Finally, if you receive a gift in return that is obviously far too expensive, make sure to give it back and let the giver know that it is your company's policy not to allow gifts over a certain dollar amount; when you must do this, make sure to express your gratitude and be extremely polite. Regardless of the occasion, one can hardly ever go wrong with a Gourmet Gift, Sweets, or a Tea-Coffee Gift in the world of business.

It's clear that gifts are a serious matter in South Korea. It's also obvious that South Koreans are generous and love to celebrate. You will be welcome to join in the celebrations and gift-giving as long as you remember the guidelines above. The people of South Korea will be sure to receive your Gourmet Gifts, Sweets, Tea-Coffee Gifts, Flowers, and Fruit Baskets with joy on Korean New Years, Children's Day, Buddha's Birthday, or any holiday during which gifts are exchanged. No matter what you send to South Korea, if it's heartfelt your thoughtfulness and generosity are sure to be reciprocated.

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