Pop-up stores and events are a great mix of entertainment and discovery—they offer unique experiences to explore your favorite brands or series, and often chances to discover new, limited edition goods! For those in Korea, you’re in luck because there is no end to the cute pop-ups to check out. Take this upcoming month’s lineup, which includes exhibitions for Pixar, Ditto, and My Hero Academia exhibitions, as well as several character goods stores, such as Sanrio! For the ultimate entertainment guide, take a look at the schedule below and find out about the most exciting new Korean pop-up events happening in May:
Sanrio x K League Pop-Up Store
- Date: April 24 ~ May 8
- Location: Daelim Changgo, Musinsa Store Seongsu
Sanrio is a beloved character series known for their adorable visuals, but what happens when they meet the K League? Produced in collaboration with Musinsa, this merch collection is a dream come true with 23 types of Sanrio x K League themed items being sold. This includes clothing, mufflers, stuffed toys, as well as special sports items that are only available at this store! Adding to the experience, there will also be zones for cute photos and customising your own embroidered patch. All in all, this collab is definitely worth checking out, especially for those limited edition Sanrio goods!
Jjang-gu (Crayon Shin Chan) Pop-Up Store
- Date: May 2 (Open)
- Location: Le vent se leve, 1-13 Cheongsu-seo 5 gil, Jeju-si
Heading to Jeju Island? If this popular Korean travel spot isn’t already one of your stops, it’s time to add it because a Crayon Shin Chan pop-up store is opening up! Known as Jjang-gu in Korea, this anime is a cherished childhood classic that is still trending today for its wholesome humour. Taking place at a cozy camping location, visitors can browse cute JJang-gu merch, have drinks at the site’s aesthetic cafe, and even go camping! Bask in the serene Jeju vibes while taking a trip down memory lane at this exclusive pop-up!
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My Hero Academia Pop-Up Store
- Date: April 19 ~ June 22
- Location: AK PLAZA Hongdae, 3rd Floor
The MHA universe has arrived in Seoul with an immersive exhibition and a whole collection of merch! My Hero Academia is a popular superhero anime that has built a huge fanbase for its dramatic, engaging storyline and compelling characters. This year, the eighth and final season is set to air, and what better way to celebrate it than visiting their official pop-up event? Here, fans can appreciate each season of the series through exclusive videos, figures, and drawings! There’s also a huge variety of merch available in the exhibition store, so this is a must-stop for MHA lovers!
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Ditto’s Time Capsule Pop-Up Event
- Date: April 25 ~ May 19
- Location: Lotte Mall Jamsil, 1st Floor Atrium
Pokémon lovers need to visit this new Ditto (Metamon) pop-up opening in Seoul! As a combined exhibition and merch store, this is an all-in-one pop-up event featuring Ditto—a fan favorite Pokémon with a cute, squishy appearance. The exhibition will have four Pokémon-themed exhibits for fans to explore, and reminisce memories of the game from their youth to the present. At the “Time Capsule” section, visitors can view dioramas and browse the new range of Pokémon Town products. Already, this sounds like an exciting pop-up that promises a special experience for fans!
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Pixar Exhibition
- Date: May 5 ~ June 29
- Location: Seongsu Cultural Arts Complex
Pixar animations are a core childhood memory for everybody, and this new exhibition is the perfect way to reconnect with that movie magic. All the iconic titles will be present in the form of immersive exhibits that allow visitors to step into the worlds of their favorite Pixar films. This includes classics like Toy Story, Finding Nemo, and Monsters Inc., along with recent hits such as Elemental and Inside Out. This is the perfect pop-up for fans to stroll down memory lane and experience the creations of Pixar in real life!
Conclusion
The pop-up schedule for May certainly looks promising, with several exciting upcoming events! Did you find any for your favorite characters or series in this list? If not, don’t worry because from exhibitions to collaboration goods stores, there’s so much variety when it comes to pop-ups. Hopefully this guide will help you plan a fun outing in Korea, filled with special pop-up experiences and exclusive merch for souvenirs. If you’re interested in ordering Korean products online, consider taking a look at the DKshop or use Delivered Korea’s You Buy, We Ship services!
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