Muju County Holds "Traditional Market Shopping" Event for Chuseok

"Revitalizing Traditional Markets and Promoting Muju Love Gift Certificates"

Muju County in North Jeolla Province is holding a "Chuseok Traditional Market Shopping Event."

According to the county on September 30, this event was organized to support merchants struggling due to the economic downturn and to provide residents with practical shopping opportunities. The event will begin at the Anseong Deogyusan Market on this day, followed by the Muju Firefly Market on October 1, and the Seolcheon Samdobong Market on October 2.

Exterior view of Muju County Office. Provided by Muju County

On this day, approximately 20 people, including County Governor Hwang Inhong, public officials, representatives from related organizations and groups, and members of the merchants' association, participated, adding significance to the event. They purchased ritual goods and agricultural and livestock products themselves, checked whether prices and country of origin were properly displayed for popular holiday items, and promoted the use of "Muju Love Gift Certificates" and "Consumption Coupons."

Market merchants said, "We hope the market atmosphere remains as lively as it is during Chuseok," adding, "The increased purchase limit for Muju Love Gift Certificates, the 15% discount event, and the timely distribution of consumption coupons are all contributing to the revitalization of the market during the holiday season."

Meanwhile, starting this month, the purchase limit for Muju Love Gift Certificates has been increased by 300,000 won to a maximum of 1 million won (including up to 300,000 won for paper gift certificates). They are available for purchase through the Hometown Love Pay app, as well as at 26 sales agencies in the county, including local branches of Nonghyup and the post office.

Governor Hwang stated, "With grocery prices soaring, I hope both merchants and residents can enjoy a festive holiday by shopping for quality goods at affordable prices in traditional markets. The county will continue to work on revitalizing traditional markets and ensuring the smooth issuance and distribution of Muju Love Gift Certificates, breathing new life into the local economy."