{"content_id":"zo0fvfjgw9","slug":"chuseok-apple-pear-hanwoo-price-comparison-kamis","locale":"en","schema_type":"Article","category":"comparison","category_name":"Comparison","title":"Comparing Chuseok Apple, Pear, and Hanwoo Prices: How to Read Traditional Market and Supermarket Prices on KAMIS","summary":"By matching the varieties, grades, and units of apples, pears, and Hanwoo in KAMIS, you can compare surveyed prices at traditional markets and supermarkets. To avoid misleading price impressions, check not only listed prices but also previous-year and average prices, conditional discounts, and the time remaining until Chuseok.","sponsorship_disclosure":null,"affiliate_disclosure":null,"commerce_disclosure":null,"author":{"name":"Injoys Editorial Team","url":"https://injoys.com/ko/about"},"key_points":["Prices at traditional markets and supermarkets can be compared directly only when the variety, cut, grade, and survey unit are the same, even for the same item.","The actual weight is needed to convert per-piece prices for apples and pears into prices by weight; they must not be arbitrarily converted based on the number of pieces alone.","Daily prices are useful when choosing where to buy immediately, while previous-year and average prices should also be reviewed when assessing overall price levels.","Card, membership, and promotional discounts must be recorded separately from unconditional surveyed prices to compare actual payment costs.","Price differences before and after government measures must be tracked using the same number of days remaining until Chuseok and the same day of the week, and changes alone cannot establish the effects of a policy."],"content_markdown":"The most common mistake when comparing apple, pear, and Hanwoo prices ahead of Chuseok is assuming that products with the same item name are identical. If the variety, size or grade, Hanwoo cut, or survey unit differs, the displayed figures cannot be compared directly.\n\nKAMIS Agricultural Marketing Information Service is an official service that lets users view surveyed prices by item at traditional markets and large retailers. However, KAMIS prices are not real-time transaction data from every store; they are collected and published according to established survey standards. You should therefore separately check promotional conditions and inventory at the store you plan to visit.\n\n## Traditional Markets or Large Supermarkets: Which Is Right for You?\n\nIt cannot be concluded that one type of retailer is always cheaper. Consider KAMIS survey prices for the same specifications alongside actual purchase conditions and decide based on your shopping habits.\n\n| Comparison item | Traditional markets | Large supermarkets and large retailers |\n|---|---|---|\n| Best suited for | Shoppers who want flexibility in the quantity purchased and to select the size and condition in person | Shoppers who want to check package units, origin, grade labels, and promotional conditions and purchase everything at once |\n| Price to compare | Traditional market survey price for the same region, item, specification, and unit | Large retailer survey price under the same conditions |\n| Additional costs and conditions | Travel time, parking fees, and price differences among stores must be considered | Discounts may vary depending on membership, payment card, app coupons, and purchase quantity |\n| Advantages | Quantity selection and in-person inspection may be relatively flexible | Specifications and conditions are often displayed, making comparisons easier |\n| Drawbacks | Product specifications and prices at individual stores may differ from the survey average | Even if the regular price appears low, the actual discount may require meeting specific conditions |\n| Final check | Actual specifications, sales unit, and price at the store you plan to visit | Promotion period, card conditions, per-person limits, and final payment amount |\n\nEven if traditional market prices appear lower on KAMIS, this does not mean that actual prices at nearby stores are the same. Conversely, applying a large supermarket’s card discount or bundle promotion may produce a result different from the surveyed price.\n\n## Criteria You Must Match Before Comparing\n\n### Apples and Pears\n\nFor apples and pears, match all of the following:\n\n- Item and variety: Different varieties of apples should be treated as separate products.\n- Grade or quality: Do not mix high-grade and medium-grade products in a comparison.\n- Survey unit: Check the unit displayed on the screen, such as 10 pieces, 1 piece, or package weight.\n- Size and actual weight: Even sets of 10 pieces may have different total weights depending on fruit size.\n- Survey region and date: Distribution conditions differ when the region or survey date differs.\n\nIn particular, converting the price of 10 pieces into a price per 1kg requires the actual total weight of those 10 pieces. If weight information is unavailable, it is more accurate to compare only units based on the number of pieces and not estimate a price per kg.\n\n### Hanwoo\n\nHanwoo cannot be compared based on the item name alone. At a minimum, the following conditions must be the same:\n\n- Origin and cattle type\n- Cut: sirloin, meat for bulgogi, meat for soup, etc.\n- Meat quality grade\n- Weight unit: for example, 100g or 1kg\n- Whether refrigerated or frozen, and packaging conditions\n\nComparing sirloin prices with soup meat prices, or prices for different grades, and then deciding which retailer is cheaper will cause differences in product composition to be mistaken for price differences.\n\n## How to Compare Prices on KAMIS\n\nThere are no separate eligibility requirements or application periods for checking KAMIS prices. Simply select the required survey date and conditions on the publicly available retail price page.\n\n1. **Choose the comparison date and region.** Prioritize the same date and the same region.\n2. **Narrow down the item.** For apples and pears, check the variety and grade; for Hanwoo, check the cut and grade.\n3. **Standardize the unit.** If the displayed number or weight units differ, do not compare them directly; convert them into a common unit.\n4. **View retailer types side by side.** Record traditional market and large retailer values under the same survey conditions.\n5. **Add previous-year and normal-year benchmarks.** Do not look only at current prices; compare them with benchmark prices from a similar period.\n6. **Check actual discount conditions separately.** Record the KAMIS surveyed value separately from the price after applying membership, card, or coupon discounts at the store you plan to visit.\n\nWeight conversion can be calculated as follows.\n\n`Comparison unit price = displayed price ÷ displayed weight × weight to be compared`\n\nFor example, when comparing a 600g package with a 1kg package, convert both into a price per 100g or per 1kg. This formula cannot be applied to products such as fruit when only the number of pieces is provided and the actual weight is unavailable.\n\nThe difference between retailer types can be calculated as follows.\n\n`Price difference = large retailer price − traditional market price`\n\n`Price difference rate = price difference ÷ traditional market price × 100`\n\nA positive rate means that the large retailer price is higher under the relevant survey conditions, while a negative rate means it is lower. This is a comparison of survey averages and does not guarantee the final payment amount at an individual store.\n\n## Differences Among Daily, Monthly, Annual, Previous-Year, and Normal-Year Prices\n\n| Benchmark | Meaning and use | Points to note |\n|---|---|---|\n| Daily price | Shows the short-term price level on a specific survey date | Check how holidays, gaps in surveys, same-day promotions, and actual inventory are reflected |\n| Monthly price | Shows price trends and the average monthly level over one month | The average may dilute sharp changes during the few days immediately before Chuseok |\n| Annual price | Compares seasonality and long-term price levels | The range may be too broad for judging prices at the time of Chuseok shopping |\n| Previous-year price | Compares with the same date or corresponding period 1 year earlier | Because the date of Chuseok changes each year, the timing of pre-holiday demand may not align |\n| Normal-year price | Compares with the typical price level over multiple years | Check the calculation period and definition used on each page |\n\nOn KAMIS, normal-year prices are generally provided as a benchmark that uses data from several recent years to reduce the impact of temporary highs and lows. However, display criteria may vary by lookup table and type of statistics, so check the calculation explanation on the relevant page.\n\nDaily prices are the most direct benchmark when deciding where to shop now. To determine whether current prices are unusually high, review previous-year and normal-year prices as well. Monthly and annual prices are more suitable for understanding seasonal trends and long-term levels than for choosing where to buy.\n\n## Four Factors That Create Misleading Price Impressions\n\n### 1. Mixing High-Grade and Medium-Grade Products\n\nProducts of different grades are not directly comparable, even if they are the same item. Do not interpret a comparison between inexpensive medium-grade goods and higher-grade goods as a price difference between retailers.\n\n### 2. Mixing Number of Pieces and Weight\n\nPrices for 10 apples or pears cannot be converted into kg prices without the actual weight. Hanwoo may be sold in various units, including 100g, 600g, and 1kg, so prices must be converted into a common weight.\n\n### 3. Mixing Regular Prices and Conditional Discount Prices\n\nMembership prices, specific card discounts, coupons, and conditions requiring the purchase of at least 2 items do not apply to everyone. It is advisable to record the following two prices separately:\n\n- Unconditional sales price\n- Price after applying discounts for which you actually qualify\n\n### 4. Mixing Average Survey Values and Individual Store Prices\n\nKAMIS values are official survey data that can be compared, but they do not represent real-time sales prices at every store nationwide. Before making a final purchase, check the price tag, origin, specifications, and promotion end date at the store you plan to visit.\n\n## Table for Tracking Actual Prices After Government Measures Are Announced\n\nReports on the Chuseok cost-of-living stabilization measures announced on September 1, 2026 proposed expanding supplies of high-demand holiday items, including apples and pears. The announcement of supply expansion or discount measures alone does not mean that retail prices in every region and at every retailer will immediately fall by the same amount.\n\nRepeatedly checking the same specifications in the following format makes it easier to identify the direction of actual surveyed prices.\n\n| Survey date | Timing relative to Chuseok | Item and variety or cut | Grade | Standard unit | Traditional market | Large retailer | Previous year | Normal year | Actual discount conditions | Notes |\n|---|---|---|---|---|---:|---:|---:|---:|---|---|\n| Before announcement | D-days |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Benchmark |\n| Immediately after announcement | D-days |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Short-term change |\n| 1 week later | D-days |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Check supply impact |\n| Immediately before the holiday | D-days |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Check peak-season demand |\n\nThe rate of change before and after the announcement can be calculated as follows.\n\n`Rate of change = (price after announcement − price before announcement) ÷ price before announcement × 100`\n\nA decrease or increase observed only once or twice should not be conclusively attributed to the measures. Shipment volumes, weather, quality composition, holiday demand, and retailer promotions can also affect prices.\n\n## An Easily Overlooked Comparison Criterion: Chuseok D-Day Adjustment\n\nThe Gregorian calendar date of Chuseok changes every year. Therefore, comparing a specific date in September this year with the same Gregorian calendar date in the previous year may place the two dates at different stages of Chuseok demand.\n\nFor a more accurate comparison, align not only the calendar date but also the time remaining until the holiday.\n\n- This year’s Chuseok D-21 and the previous year’s Chuseok D-21\n- This year’s D-14 and the previous year’s D-14\n- This year’s D-7 and the previous year’s D-7\n- This year’s D-3 and the previous year’s D-3\n\nDay-of-week effects should also be considered. Where possible, compare survey values from the same day of the week within the same D-day range, or use the average of several survey dates. This approach helps distinguish changes before and after government measures from the usual increase in holiday demand.\n\n## How to Convert Prices into Actual Shopping Costs\n\nTo compare the cost of the entire holiday meal rather than the unit price of one item, first determine the quantity to purchase.\n\n`Item cost = standardized unit price × required quantity`\n\n`Total shopping cost = apple cost + pear cost + Hanwoo cost + cost of other items`\n\nBecause each household requires different quantities, KAMIS prices alone cannot determine a universal total cost for a holiday meal. For apples and pears, first decide the number needed and the actual package weight; for Hanwoo, decide the weight required for each cooking purpose. Then calculate the total for each retailer. Including additional purchasing costs such as transportation, delivery fees, and membership fees will produce a comparison closer to your actual choices.\n\n## Criteria for Interpreting Comparison Results\n\n- A traditional market may be suitable if you want to purchase small quantities flexibly and inspect the condition in person.\n- A large supermarket may be convenient if you want to purchase everything at once while using specification labels and conditional promotions.\n- If the price difference is small, compare transportation costs, delivery fees, travel time, and certainty of inventory as well.\n- If it is uncertain whether a discount will apply, set your budget based on the regular price and treat the discount amount as additional savings.\n- If the KAMIS surveyed price differs from the actual store price, use the store price confirmed before final payment when making your purchase decision.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe most common mistake when comparing apple, pear, and Hanwoo prices ahead of Chuseok is assuming that products with the same item name are identical. If the variety, size or grade, Hanwoo cut, or survey unit differs, the displayed figures cannot be compared directly.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAMIS Agricultural Marketing Information Service is an official service that lets users view surveyed prices by item at traditional markets and large retailers. However, KAMIS prices are not real-time transaction data from every store; they are collected and published according to established survey standards. You should therefore separately check promotional conditions and inventory at the store you plan to visit.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#traditional-markets-or-large-supermarkets-which-is-right-for-you\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"traditional-markets-or-large-supermarkets-which-is-right-for-you\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eTraditional Markets or Large Supermarkets: Which Is Right for You?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt cannot be concluded that one type of retailer is always cheaper. Consider KAMIS survey prices for the same specifications alongside actual purchase conditions and decide based on your shopping habits.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComparison item\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTraditional markets\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLarge supermarkets and large retailers\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eBest suited for\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional markets\"\u003eShoppers who want flexibility in the quantity purchased and to select the size and condition in person\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large supermarkets and large retailers\"\u003eShoppers who want to check package units, origin, grade labels, and promotional conditions and purchase everything at once\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003ePrice to compare\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional markets\"\u003eTraditional market survey price for the same region, item, specification, and unit\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large supermarkets and large retailers\"\u003eLarge retailer survey price under the same conditions\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eAdditional costs and conditions\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional markets\"\u003eTravel time, parking fees, and price differences among stores must be considered\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large supermarkets and large retailers\"\u003eDiscounts may vary depending on membership, payment card, app coupons, and purchase quantity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eAdvantages\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional markets\"\u003eQuantity selection and in-person inspection may be relatively flexible\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large supermarkets and large retailers\"\u003eSpecifications and conditions are often displayed, making comparisons easier\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eDrawbacks\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional markets\"\u003eProduct specifications and prices at individual stores may differ from the survey average\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large supermarkets and large retailers\"\u003eEven if the regular price appears low, the actual discount may require meeting specific conditions\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eFinal check\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional markets\"\u003eActual specifications, sales unit, and price at the store you plan to visit\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large supermarkets and large retailers\"\u003ePromotion period, card conditions, per-person limits, and final payment amount\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven if traditional market prices appear lower on KAMIS, this does not mean that actual prices at nearby stores are the same. Conversely, applying a large supermarket’s card discount or bundle promotion may produce a result different from the surveyed price.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#criteria-you-must-match-before-comparing\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"criteria-you-must-match-before-comparing\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCriteria You Must Match Before Comparing\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#apples-and-pears\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"apples-and-pears\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eApples and Pears\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor apples and pears, match all of the following:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem and variety: Different varieties of apples should be treated as separate products.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade or quality: Do not mix high-grade and medium-grade products in a comparison.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvey unit: Check the unit displayed on the screen, such as 10 pieces, 1 piece, or package weight.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize and actual weight: Even sets of 10 pieces may have different total weights depending on fruit size.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvey region and date: Distribution conditions differ when the region or survey date differs.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn particular, converting the price of 10 pieces into a price per 1kg requires the actual total weight of those 10 pieces. If weight information is unavailable, it is more accurate to compare only units based on the number of pieces and not estimate a price per kg.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#hanwoo\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"hanwoo\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHanwoo\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanwoo cannot be compared based on the item name alone. At a minimum, the following conditions must be the same:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin and cattle type\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut: sirloin, meat for bulgogi, meat for soup, etc.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeat quality grade\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight unit: for example, 100g or 1kg\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether refrigerated or frozen, and packaging conditions\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparing sirloin prices with soup meat prices, or prices for different grades, and then deciding which retailer is cheaper will cause differences in product composition to be mistaken for price differences.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-to-compare-prices-on-kamis\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-to-compare-prices-on-kamis\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow to Compare Prices on KAMIS\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no separate eligibility requirements or application periods for checking KAMIS prices. Simply select the required survey date and conditions on the publicly available retail price page.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the comparison date and region.\u003c/strong\u003e Prioritize the same date and the same region.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNarrow down the item.\u003c/strong\u003e For apples and pears, check the variety and grade; for Hanwoo, check the cut and grade.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandardize the unit.\u003c/strong\u003e If the displayed number or weight units differ, do not compare them directly; convert them into a common unit.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eView retailer types side by side.\u003c/strong\u003e Record traditional market and large retailer values under the same survey conditions.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd previous-year and normal-year benchmarks.\u003c/strong\u003e Do not look only at current prices; compare them with benchmark prices from a similar period.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck actual discount conditions separately.\u003c/strong\u003e Record the KAMIS surveyed value separately from the price after applying membership, card, or coupon discounts at the store you plan to visit.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight conversion can be calculated as follows.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003eComparison unit price = displayed price ÷ displayed weight × weight to be compared\u003c/code\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, when comparing a 600g package with a 1kg package, convert both into a price per 100g or per 1kg. This formula cannot be applied to products such as fruit when only the number of pieces is provided and the actual weight is unavailable.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between retailer types can be calculated as follows.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003ePrice difference = large retailer price − traditional market price\u003c/code\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003ePrice difference rate = price difference ÷ traditional market price × 100\u003c/code\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA positive rate means that the large retailer price is higher under the relevant survey conditions, while a negative rate means it is lower. This is a comparison of survey averages and does not guarantee the final payment amount at an individual store.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#differences-among-daily-monthly-annual-previous-year-and-normal-year-prices\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"differences-among-daily-monthly-annual-previous-year-and-normal-year-prices\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eDifferences Among Daily, Monthly, Annual, Previous-Year, and Normal-Year Prices\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBenchmark\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeaning and use\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoints to note\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Benchmark\"\u003eDaily price\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning and use\"\u003eShows the short-term price level on a specific survey date\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Points to note\"\u003eCheck how holidays, gaps in surveys, same-day promotions, and actual inventory are reflected\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Benchmark\"\u003eMonthly price\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning and use\"\u003eShows price trends and the average monthly level over one month\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Points to note\"\u003eThe average may dilute sharp changes during the few days immediately before Chuseok\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Benchmark\"\u003eAnnual price\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning and use\"\u003eCompares seasonality and long-term price levels\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Points to note\"\u003eThe range may be too broad for judging prices at the time of Chuseok shopping\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Benchmark\"\u003ePrevious-year price\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning and use\"\u003eCompares with the same date or corresponding period 1 year earlier\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Points to note\"\u003eBecause the date of Chuseok changes each year, the timing of pre-holiday demand may not align\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Benchmark\"\u003eNormal-year price\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning and use\"\u003eCompares with the typical price level over multiple years\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Points to note\"\u003eCheck the calculation period and definition used on each page\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn KAMIS, normal-year prices are generally provided as a benchmark that uses data from several recent years to reduce the impact of temporary highs and lows. However, display criteria may vary by lookup table and type of statistics, so check the calculation explanation on the relevant page.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily prices are the most direct benchmark when deciding where to shop now. To determine whether current prices are unusually high, review previous-year and normal-year prices as well. Monthly and annual prices are more suitable for understanding seasonal trends and long-term levels than for choosing where to buy.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#four-factors-that-create-misleading-price-impressions\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"four-factors-that-create-misleading-price-impressions\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eFour Factors That Create Misleading Price Impressions\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#1-mixing-high-grade-and-medium-grade-products\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"1-mixing-high-grade-and-medium-grade-products\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e1. Mixing High-Grade and Medium-Grade Products\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducts of different grades are not directly comparable, even if they are the same item. Do not interpret a comparison between inexpensive medium-grade goods and higher-grade goods as a price difference between retailers.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#2-mixing-number-of-pieces-and-weight\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"2-mixing-number-of-pieces-and-weight\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e2. Mixing Number of Pieces and Weight\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrices for 10 apples or pears cannot be converted into kg prices without the actual weight. Hanwoo may be sold in various units, including 100g, 600g, and 1kg, so prices must be converted into a common weight.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#3-mixing-regular-prices-and-conditional-discount-prices\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"3-mixing-regular-prices-and-conditional-discount-prices\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e3. Mixing Regular Prices and Conditional Discount Prices\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMembership prices, specific card discounts, coupons, and conditions requiring the purchase of at least 2 items do not apply to everyone. It is advisable to record the following two prices separately:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnconditional sales price\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice after applying discounts for which you actually qualify\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#4-mixing-average-survey-values-and-individual-store-prices\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"4-mixing-average-survey-values-and-individual-store-prices\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e4. Mixing Average Survey Values and Individual Store Prices\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAMIS values are official survey data that can be compared, but they do not represent real-time sales prices at every store nationwide. Before making a final purchase, check the price tag, origin, specifications, and promotion end date at the store you plan to visit.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#table-for-tracking-actual-prices-after-government-measures-are-announced\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"table-for-tracking-actual-prices-after-government-measures-are-announced\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eTable for Tracking Actual Prices After Government Measures Are Announced\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReports on the Chuseok cost-of-living stabilization measures announced on September 1, 2026 proposed expanding supplies of high-demand holiday items, including apples and pears. The announcement of supply expansion or discount measures alone does not mean that retail prices in every region and at every retailer will immediately fall by the same amount.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeatedly checking the same specifications in the following format makes it easier to identify the direction of actual surveyed prices.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurvey date\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTiming relative to Chuseok\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem and variety or cut\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard unit\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTraditional market\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLarge retailer\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrevious year\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNormal year\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActual discount conditions\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Survey date\"\u003eBefore announcement\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Timing relative to Chuseok\"\u003eD-days\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and variety or cut\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Grade\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Standard unit\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional market\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large retailer\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Previous year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Normal year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Actual discount conditions\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Notes\"\u003eBenchmark\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Survey date\"\u003eImmediately after announcement\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Timing relative to Chuseok\"\u003eD-days\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and variety or cut\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Grade\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Standard unit\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional market\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large retailer\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Previous year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Normal year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Actual discount conditions\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Notes\"\u003eShort-term change\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Survey date\"\u003e1 week later\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Timing relative to Chuseok\"\u003eD-days\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and variety or cut\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Grade\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Standard unit\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional market\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large retailer\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Previous year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Normal year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Actual discount conditions\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Notes\"\u003eCheck supply impact\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Survey date\"\u003eImmediately before the holiday\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Timing relative to Chuseok\"\u003eD-days\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and variety or cut\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Grade\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Standard unit\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Traditional market\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Large retailer\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Previous year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Normal year\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Actual discount conditions\"\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Notes\"\u003eCheck peak-season demand\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rate of change before and after the announcement can be calculated as follows.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003eRate of change = (price after announcement − price before announcement) ÷ price before announcement × 100\u003c/code\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA decrease or increase observed only once or twice should not be conclusively attributed to the measures. Shipment volumes, weather, quality composition, holiday demand, and retailer promotions can also affect prices.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#an-easily-overlooked-comparison-criterion-chuseok-d-day-adjustment\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"an-easily-overlooked-comparison-criterion-chuseok-d-day-adjustment\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eAn Easily Overlooked Comparison Criterion: Chuseok D-Day Adjustment\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gregorian calendar date of Chuseok changes every year. Therefore, comparing a specific date in September this year with the same Gregorian calendar date in the previous year may place the two dates at different stages of Chuseok demand.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more accurate comparison, align not only the calendar date but also the time remaining until the holiday.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis year’s Chuseok D-21 and the previous year’s Chuseok D-21\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis year’s D-14 and the previous year’s D-14\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis year’s D-7 and the previous year’s D-7\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis year’s D-3 and the previous year’s D-3\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay-of-week effects should also be considered. Where possible, compare survey values from the same day of the week within the same D-day range, or use the average of several survey dates. This approach helps distinguish changes before and after government measures from the usual increase in holiday demand.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-to-convert-prices-into-actual-shopping-costs\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-to-convert-prices-into-actual-shopping-costs\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow to Convert Prices into Actual Shopping Costs\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo compare the cost of the entire holiday meal rather than the unit price of one item, first determine the quantity to purchase.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003eItem cost = standardized unit price × required quantity\u003c/code\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003eTotal shopping cost = apple cost + pear cost + Hanwoo cost + cost of other items\u003c/code\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each household requires different quantities, KAMIS prices alone cannot determine a universal total cost for a holiday meal. For apples and pears, first decide the number needed and the actual package weight; for Hanwoo, decide the weight required for each cooking purpose. Then calculate the total for each retailer. Including additional purchasing costs such as transportation, delivery fees, and membership fees will produce a comparison closer to your actual choices.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#criteria-for-interpreting-comparison-results\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"criteria-for-interpreting-comparison-results\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCriteria for Interpreting Comparison Results\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional market may be suitable if you want to purchase small quantities flexibly and inspect the condition in person.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA large supermarket may be convenient if you want to purchase everything at once while using specification labels and conditional promotions.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the price difference is small, compare transportation costs, delivery fees, travel time, and certainty of inventory as well.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf it is uncertain whether a discount will apply, set your budget based on the regular price and treat the discount amount as additional savings.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the KAMIS surveyed price differs from the actual store price, use the store price confirmed before final payment when making your purchase decision.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","tags":["Prices","Everyday Finance","Chuseok","KAMIS"],"faqs":[{"question":"Are KAMIS prices real-time retail prices at large supermarkets and traditional markets?","answer":"No. KAMIS provides price information collected and published according to established survey criteria; it is not real-time aggregated data on POS transaction prices from every store. You must separately check each store's inventory, member discounts, card promotions, and actual payment prices."},{"question":"Which is always cheaper, traditional markets or large supermarkets?","answer":"Neither can be considered always cheaper. Results vary depending on the region, survey date, variety, grade, cut, unit of sale, and promotion conditions. Compare KAMIS prices under the same conditions, then decide after also considering travel costs and actual discount conditions."},{"question":"Can I compare the price of 10 apples with the price per 1kg?","answer":"You can convert it to a price per kg only if you know the actual total weight of the 10 apples. Because the weight of 10 apples varies depending on their size, making an arbitrary conversion without weight information is inaccurate."},{"question":"What factors must be kept the same when comparing Hanwoo beef prices?","answer":"You must keep the origin and livestock type, cut, meat quality grade, chilled or frozen status, and weight unit the same. Directly comparing sirloin with soup meat or different grades may cause differences in quality and intended use to be mistaken for price differences between retailers."},{"question":"When assessing current Chuseok grocery prices, should I look at daily or monthly prices?","answer":"Recent daily prices are more directly relevant when deciding where to shop right away. Monthly prices are useful for viewing the overall trend for the month, but averages may dilute sharp changes during the few days immediately before the holiday."},{"question":"How do last year's prices differ from average-year prices?","answer":"Last year's prices are values compared with the corresponding point one year earlier, while average-year prices are a benchmark showing the typical level over several years. Check the explanation on the KAMIS screen you are using for the specific period and calculation method used for the average-year prices."},{"question":"Can I directly compare large supermarket card-discount prices with KAMIS prices?","answer":"Because card, member, and coupon discounts have eligibility conditions, it is better to record them separately from surveyed prices without such conditions. Use the final price after the discount as a separate comparison value only if you can meet the conditions."},{"question":"If prices fall after the government announces supply measures, can that be considered a policy effect?","answer":"Even if a price decline is observed, that alone cannot establish causality. Shipment volumes, weather, quality composition, retailer promotions, and holiday demand also have an impact, so you should track the same specifications over multiple dates and interpret the results alongside last year's and average-year trends."},{"question":"Is it enough to compare Chuseok prices with the same date in the previous year?","answer":"Because the solar-calendar date of Chuseok changes every year, comparing only the same date may not align the number of days remaining until the holiday. Align the comparison points relative to the holiday, such as D-14 and D-7 before the previous year's Chuseok, and adjust for the day of the week as well if possible."}],"sources":[{"url":"https://www.kamis.or.kr/customer/price/agricultureRetail/catalogue.do","title":"KAMIS Agricultural Distribution Information Retail Price Lookup by Item","type":"data_point"},{"url":"https://imnews.imbc.com/news/2026/econo/article/6848771_36932.html","title":"MBC News report on the 2026 Chuseok Livelihood Stabilization Measures","type":"source"},{"url":"https://nwww.newsis.com/view/NISX20260901_0003770758","title":"Newsis report on the 2026 Chuseok Livelihood Stabilization Measures","type":"source"}],"images":[{"id":1004,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTM4MzgsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--f455e383ea14465853bb94449443a3d0913ef6b6/ai-7f24d447.webp","is_representative":true,"generation_method":"ai_photo","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","translations":{"ko":{"alt":"전통시장에서 사과 한 판을 저울에 올리고 가격 정보를 살피는 여성, 배와 포장 한우도 진열돼 있다","caption":"한 여성이 시장에서 스마트폰의 시세 자료를 참고하며 사과 무게를 재고 있다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"Woman weighing a tray of apples at a market beside pears, packaged beef, and price data on a phone","caption":"A shopper checks market price data on her phone while weighing apples.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"市場でリンゴのトレーを量る女性と、並べられた梨、包装牛肉、価格情報を映すスマートフォン","caption":"女性がスマートフォンの相場情報を確認しながらリンゴを量っている。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Mujer pesando una bandeja de manzanas en un mercado junto a peras, carne envasada y datos de precios","caption":"Una compradora consulta precios en su teléfono mientras pesa manzanas.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Perempuan menimbang satu nampan apel di pasar, di dekat pir, daging sapi kemasan, dan data harga di ponsel","caption":"Seorang pembeli memeriksa data harga di ponsel sambil menimbang apel.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Mulher pesando uma bandeja de maçãs no mercado, ao lado de peras, carne embalada e dados de preços no celular","caption":"Uma cliente consulta preços no celular enquanto pesa maçãs.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"女子在傳統市場秤一盤蘋果，旁邊陳列梨子、包裝牛肉及顯示價格資料的手機","caption":"女子一邊查看手機上的行情資料，一邊秤量蘋果。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Frau wiegt auf einem Markt eine Schale Äpfel neben Birnen, verpacktem Rindfleisch und Preisdaten auf dem Handy","caption":"Eine Kundin prüft Preisdaten auf ihrem Handy, während sie Äpfel wiegt.","description":null}}},{"id":1005,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTM4NDQsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--797ff03b4a6950747556560c2149eae660ac1dac/ai-0a2723da.webp","is_representative":false,"generation_method":"ai_image","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","translations":{"ko":{"alt":"전통시장과 대형마트의 사과·배·한우 가격을 저울, 차트, 달력으로 비교한 추석 인포그래픽","caption":"추석 성수품의 시장별 가격과 시기별 변화를 한눈에 비교해 보여준다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"Chuseok infographic comparing apple, pear, and beef prices at a traditional market and supermarket","caption":"Scales, charts, and a calendar show how holiday food prices vary by retailer and date.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"伝統市場と大型スーパーのリンゴ、梨、韓牛価格を比較する秋夕のインフォグラフィック","caption":"はかりやグラフ、カレンダーで秋夕食材の店舗別・時期別価格を示している。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Infografía de Chuseok que compara precios de manzanas, peras y carne coreana en mercado y supermercado","caption":"Balanzas, gráficos y un calendario muestran cómo varían los precios festivos según el comercio y la fecha.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Infografik Chuseok yang membandingkan harga apel, pir, dan daging sapi di pasar dan supermarket","caption":"Timbangan, grafik, dan kalender menunjukkan perubahan harga bahan pangan hari raya menurut tempat dan waktu.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Infográfico de Chuseok comparando preços de maçãs, peras e carne coreana no mercado e supermercado","caption":"Balanças, gráficos e um calendário mostram a variação dos preços festivos por loja e período.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"比較傳統市場與大型超市蘋果、梨和韓牛價格的秋夕資訊圖表","caption":"秤重圖、趨勢圖與日曆呈現秋夕食材在不同通路和時期的價格變化。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Chuseok-Infografik zum Preisvergleich von Äpfeln, Birnen und Hanwoo-Rind auf Markt und im Supermarkt","caption":"Waagen, Diagramme und ein Kalender zeigen Preisunterschiede nach Einkaufsort und Zeitpunkt.","description":null}}}],"published_at":"2026-09-01T20:14:29+09:00","updated_at":"2026-09-01T20:14:29+09:00","license":"cc_by","translation_status":"reviewed","available_locales":["ko","en","ja","es"],"data_locales":["ko","en","ja","es","id","pt","zh-hant","de"],"url":"https://injoys.com/en/articles/chuseok-apple-pear-hanwoo-price-comparison-kamis"}