Korean culture is one of the most fascinating and unique in the entire world. There are certain things found in Korea that you cannot find anywhere else.
For instance, Koreans use scissors to cut their food instead of knives, it’s probably the only place where you’ll get sweet-tasting grilled cheese (and garlic bread!), and of course, they love their soju.
Korea is also very safe, has super-fast WiFi everywhere, their service standards are fantastic and heated floors are a standard feature instead of a luxury like in most other countries.
It’s an amazing place to visit and live, but if you can’t make it over there just yet, you can immerse yourself in Korean culture through these awesome Korean subscription boxes.
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Box Name |
What’s Inside? |
# of Items |
Price |
Shipping |
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Chips, chocolate, candies, jellybeans, sweets etc. |
7 to 10 |
$16.95+ per month |
Worldwide | |
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Unique face masks |
6 to 10 |
$20.00+ per month |
US Only | |
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Candies, sweets, chocolate, beverages, skincare products |
5 to 8 |
£16.00+ per month |
UK Only | |
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Snacks, skincare products, recipe cards, cultural magazine, stationery etc. |
7 to 10 |
$27.99+ per month |
Worldwide | |
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Skincare sets, masks etc. |
5 to 7 |
$37.99+per month |
Worldwide | |
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Snacks, skincare products, recipe cards, cultural magazine etc. |
7 to 10 |
£14.99+ per month |
Selected countries | |
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Chips, maple corn, cookies, jelly snacks etc. |
10 to 15 |
$23.99+ per month |
Worldwide | |
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K-beauty skin care products, makeup, masks hair care products, beauty tools etc. |
6 to 9 |
$15.00+ per month |
US and Selected countries | |
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Masks, creams, full-sized beauty products, snacks and treats |
6 to 15 |
$14.99+ month |
Worldwide | |
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Full-sized skincare products, mini-magazine, fashion accessories, makeup, stationery |
5 to 7 |
£5.00+ per month |
Worldwide | |
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Masks for hydration, anti-aging, rejuvenation, sensitive skin and brightening etc. |
3 |
$9.99+ per month |
Worldwide |
1. Korean Snack Box
Price: US $16.95+ / month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: Korean snacks are a thing of legend! Not only do they come in an unfathomably wide variety, but they’re also known for featuring colorful packaging and unusual flavors.
As the name implies, the Korean Snack Box is filled with all manner of Korean snacks for you to enjoy while consuming your favorite Kdrama or listening to your favorite Kpop stars. These snacks include chips, chocolates, candies, tasters and more.
You can choose between two subscription options, namely the Medium Box which contains 7 to 10 premium Korean snacks, as well as the Large Box which features a whopping 15 to 20 snacks!
The snacks in each box are enough to last for a few weeks at most, and they’re even better when shared with a loved one.
Plus, every box comes with Bokjumeoni Silk Bags which are traditional Korean collectibles that people use to store things like makeup, snacks or whatever you like.
Lastly, the Korean Snack Boxes ship out on the same day of the month that you received your first box, depending on when you ordered it.
2. Piibu Box
Price: US $20.00+ / month
Shipping: US Only
About the box: Korean women are known for having soft and radiant porcelain skin. This is mostly because many of them swear by a strict skincare regime that includes regular face masks.
Now you too can get great looking skin with the best of authentic Korean face masks every month with the Piibu box, which comes in the most beautiful packaging ever!
Each month’s box features new face masks that are made from premium quality ingredients like ginseng, charcoal, and berries.
The masks are sourced from both emerging and established skincare brands from Korea, which means that you have access to products that you wouldn’t usually get from local brands and outlets.
The Piibu brand also has a strong social media presence, and their Instagram account features excellent skincare tips, information on their masks and you’ll be the first to know when box discounts and specials are released.
Boxes ship out between the 21st to the 23rd of each month.
3. KPop Treats UK
Price: GBP £16.00+ per month
Shipping: UK Only
About the box: If you’re a K-pop fan then you’re in for a real treat (see what we did there?) As the name implies, the KPop Treats UK box is jam-packed with all types of decadent and fun Korean treats, from Korean sweets, jelly, and chocolate sticks, to beverages, face masks and even stationery.
This box is also available in three different varieties, from the Mini Box with up to 5 items each month, to the Deluxe Box which offers up to 22 items each month.
You get full-sized items in each box as well as the occasional freebies, and it’s all just a delightful mishmash that makes it a KPop fan’s dream.
Boxes ship out on the 4th of every month, and the first 50 customers to sign up each month get free shipping!
4. Inspire Me Korea US
Price: US $27.99+ per month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: Steep yourself in Korean culture with the Inspire Me Korea US box, where you’ll find themed merchandise that includes things like skincare products, snacks, KPop collectibles, stationery, and even a culture magazine. That way, you’ll be able to keep in touch with all the latest in Korean art, music, and literature.
The boxes are curated and differently themed each month, which means that you’ll never get repeat products, and there’s a new recipe that comes with each box to give you a real taste of Korean cuisine.
Their Facebook page is also a great source of excellent tips on what to do when in Seoul, Korea, as well as the latest in Kpop music videos, exciting uses for the products featured on the boxes, and even a new Korean “phrase of the day” to learn!
Boxes ship out on the last week of the month.
5. BomiBox
Price: US $37.99+per month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: The BomiBox is like the Korean version of the BirchBox, but with the best in Korean beauty and skincare products, including premium face masks, skin tightening and brightening sets and acne combating products, to name but a few.
This box is especially helpful for anyone that wants to start developing a consistent skincare routine, as you’ll get access to premium quality skincare products accompanied by a digital information card, which provides you with the English translation of how all the products work.
Granted, the products do come in sample sizes, but it’s still a great way to discover Korean skincare brands and products that you wouldn’t ordinarily come across otherwise.
We also love the understated elegance of the packaging and overall image of this brand, which they carry into their social media aesthetic as well.
Boxes ship out at the end of the month.
6. Inspire Me Korea
Price: GBP £14.99+ per month
Shipping: Selected countries
About the box: Similar to the Inspire Me Korea US box, this subscription is a celebration of all things Korean culture. You get a monthly supply of Korean snacks, skincare products, merchandise, and a cultural magazine so that you can stay up to date with all the latest news and reviews on Korean culture.
The best part about these boxes is that they feature a different theme each month and you even get a cute note with each box that’s meant just for you! As a subscriber, you’ll soon find that the Inspire Me Korea box it’s all about the small details and personal touches that truly make it unique, and you can tell that they put a lot of thought, research and heart into each month’s box.
As always, it’s nice to receive a product /service from a team that is genuinely passionate about providing it to you.
The Inspire Me Korea blog is also quite fascinating and features topics like “the history of Korean street food”, “the best places to see in Busan”, and “foodie-themed Korean phrases” to name but a few.
Boxes start shipping out from the 16th to the 5th of the following month for international orders.
7. SnackFever
Price: US $23.99+ per month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: Indulge in the latest and most popular Korean snacks as curated by the snack-obsessed team over at SnackFever. Each month, they prepare a selection of fun, flavorsome and unique snacks that include things like chips, maple corn, cookies, jelly snacks and so much more.
There are two box sizes to choose from; Original and Deluxe depending on your preferences. Both boxes come with enough snacks to last you for a couple of days or a week, and they’re definitely made for sharing and enjoying while you’re watching your favorite KDrama.
We also love the SnackFever website and blog where you’ll find details on the latest box, articles on Korean culture related subjects, as well as profiles of KPop celebrities and their favorite snacks.
This is an excellent box for foodies and an awesome inspiration for a Mukbang video if you’re into that kind of thing.
Boxes ship out on the 13th, 23rd and 3rd of each month depending on when you placed your order.
8. Beauteque Monthly
Price: US $15.00+ per month
Shipping: US and Selected countries
About the box: The Beauteque Monthly subscription box offers two subscription options, including the Beauty Box which comes with the latest and best in K-beauty items.
This includes stuff like makeup, skincare products, beauty tools, and hair care etc., whereas the Mask Maven box comes with a selection 9 masks that include sheet masks, sleeping masks and much more.
The best part about this box is that you get full-sized products and each month is differently themed to help your skin adjust and thrive throughout the different seasons.
So for example, they’ve had an ocean themed “Under the Sea” box which focused on keeping the skin hydrated and moisturized. This box came with products like Dead Sea salt, sea grape, water cream, and even a penguin themed sleep mask.
This box is a great gift idea for a K-beauty fan or any girly-girl that you know who would appreciate getting hand-picked premium quality skincare products delivered to their doorstep each month.
Boxes ship out at the end of each month.
9. NY KBeauty
Price: US $14.99+ month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: Get the best of Korean skincare with the NY K-Beauty subscription box. Each month’s box is unique and curated just for you, and you can pick between the Mask Mistress box and the K-Beauty Cutey.
The Mask Mistress box comes with a collection of Korean masks to help you combat signs of aging on the face, lips, eyelids, and neck, while the K-Beauty Cutey comes with full-sized beauty products straight from Korea, as well as original KPOP treats and snacks.
What we love about this box is that they always manage to mix it up with a combination of big-name premium brands, as well as Indie products from emerging brands. They also package their boxes beautifully using authentic Korean rice paper which gives it that added personal touch.
It’s definitely a go-to box for anyone that enjoys sprucing up their skincare routine with new, high-quality masks and creams. And we love how engaging and exciting their social media is. Their Facebook account specifically, is always packed with exciting and fun posts about upcoming boxes, self-care tips, news about the cosmetics industry, beauty and skincare tips, and the benefits of the ingredients featured in most of their products.
Boxes ship out on the first week of each month.
10. Ichiko Bento
Price: GBP £5.00+ per month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: Enjoy the skin you’re in by pampering it with the finest beauty and lifestyle products from Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. The Ichiko Bento box allows you to access premium-quality products at a fraction of the price from all three destinations, with a strong focus on achieving flawless and radiant skin.
Each box goes through a careful selection process to combine both cult classics that Korean women swear by, and trendy new brands that are taking the beauty world by storm.
The best part is that you get full-sized products to try out, as well as a mini-magazine, some fashion accessories, makeup and even cute stationery items.
We also love the fact that each box is based on a seasonal theme, which allows you to cater to the unique needs of your skin in each season. And you’ll do well to visit their Facebook page as well, which is where you’ll find the latest previews of upcoming boxes, sales and more.
Boxes ship out on the 15th of each month and you’re likely to find products here that you’ll go on to incorporate into your daily beauty routine.
11. Mask Box
Price: US $9.99+ per month
Shipping: Worldwide
About the box: Whether you want to rejuvenate your skin after a long trip or an indulgent vacation, or are looking for something new to make your face smoother, firmer and more radiant, there’s a Mask Box to meet your needs.
Among the subscription options offered is the Anti-aging box, the Hydration box, the Brightening box and the Sensitive Skin box to name but a few.
Each box comes with premium quality sheet masks that are designed to cater to your unique skin care needs.
You definitely get value for money with this box, as most of the masks you get cost way more than the subscription cost.
Boxes ship out between the 5th and 8th of every month, and we love the minimal packaging that they come in.
In a Nutshell
Whether your obsession with Korean culture is expressed through a love of KPop, KDrama, K-beauty or K-snacks, there’s a Korean subscription box just for you!
Of course, the ones we featured are some of the best around, and we did our best to add some variety so that there’s something for everyone.
Ultimately, it’s all about celebrating the best of Korean culture, whatever that means for you. We just hope that you’ve found a subscription box (or two, or three) that really speaks to you and your preferences.