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K-Pop Idol Goods: Full Catalog of Merch Types (What Exists, How It’s Used, and What to Watch)
K-Pop 아이돌 굿즈: 종류 총정리(무엇이 있고, 어떻게 쓰이며, 무엇을 주의할까)

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## English

### 1) What “K-pop idol goods” means in practice

“K-pop goods” (merch) covers **official** items sold by agencies/labels or licensed partners, **concert/event merch**, **fanclub (membership) kits**, and a large ecosystem of **unofficial fan-made items**. The category is broader than typical band merch because K-pop uses collectible mechanics (random pulls, limited editions, fansign events) and a strong “identity object” culture (lightsticks, slogan towels, membership cards).

To keep this useful and realistic, the list below is organized by **function**: collect, show support, use daily, travel/concert, decorate, digital, and premium collectibles.

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### 2) Core collectible goods (the backbone of K-pop merch)

These are the most widespread “I’m a fan” items, often designed for collecting.

1. **Photocards (PCs)**

* Standard album inclusions, POB (pre-order benefit), store-exclusive, event/fansign, broadcast PCs, lucky draws.
* Variations: holo, lenticular, selfie vs concept, unit/group PCs.
* Why they matter: ultra-portable, tradable, and the center of the secondary market.

2. **Postcards / Mini posters**

* Larger-format visuals; often come in sets.
* Used for framing, journaling, or “toploader deco.”

3. **Photo books / Concept books**

* Sometimes standalone; often part of seasons greetings or premium drops.
* Appeal: high production value, behind-the-scenes concept story.

4. **Trading cards / Collectible packs**

* Similar to sports cards with randomized packs, numbered editions, special foils.

5. **Polaroids / Instant-photo style prints**

* Official prints or event items; sometimes extremely limited.

6. **Fansign or event items**

* Signed album pages, signed posters, signed PCs, autograph boards.
* Value drivers: authenticity, provenance, condition, and scarcity.

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### 3) Album-related goods (more than “just music”)

K-pop albums are often a merch box:

1. **Physical albums (multiple versions)**

* Versions: photobook, digipack, platform versions, jewel case, limited editions.
* Collecting logic: different covers, photobooks, inclusions, PCs.

2. **Album inclusions**

* Stickers, bookmarks, lyric papers, mini standees, folded posters.
* “Random inclusion” mechanics encourage multiple purchases.

3. **Platform / QR / digital-album cards**

* Physical card + code to access digital content; often reduces shipping weight but stays collectible.

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### 4) Concert and fan-event essentials (the “stadium kit”)

1. **Lightstick (응원봉)**

* Iconic K-pop object; often app-controlled for synchronized concert lighting.
* Add-ons: straps, pouches, charms, deco rings.

2. **Slogan towel / banner**

* Long towel with member name/group message; waved during songs.
* Often limited for tours.

3. **Pickets / image fans**

* Hand-held boards or fan-shaped prints with member images.

4. **Concert T-shirts / hoodies / tour jackets**

* Tour dates and venue prints; “proof” of attendance.

5. **Wristbands / entry kits**

* Sometimes given at venue or sold; can be collectible by date/venue.

6. **Earplugs / concert safety items**

* Not always “merch,” but increasingly sold or recommended at loud venues.

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### 5) Daily-use lifestyle goods (highly popular in modern K-pop merch)

1. **Apparel**

* Tees, hoodies, hats, socks, varsity jackets, pajamas, scarves.

2. **Bags**

* Tote bags, crossbody, backpacks, mini pouches; often designed for “photocard storage.”

3. **Stationery**

* Notebooks, planners, sticky notes, memo pads, pens, highlighters, washi tape.

4. **Tech accessories**

* Phone cases, grip tok, popsocket-style holders, AirPods cases, laptop sleeves, chargers, cables, mousepads.

5. **Home goods**

* Mugs, tumblers, coasters, blankets, cushions, slippers, candles, key hooks.

6. **Beauty/cosmetics collaborations**

* Skincare/makeup collabs; photocard tie-ins are common.

7. **Food & beverage collaborations**

* Café events, convenience store collabs; often include random photo benefits.

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### 6) Character & IP goods (agency mascots, member-created characters)

Many groups have mascots or character IPs (plush characters, cartoon lines). Goods include:

* **Plush dolls / keyring plush**
* **Figure toys / mini figures**
* **Character stationery**
* **Seasonal themes** (holiday outfits, anniversary editions)

This category often drives long-term sales because characters stay relevant even between comebacks.

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### 7) Premium collectibles and “display” goods

1. **Figures / statues**

* Limited runs; sometimes numbered certificates.

2. **Art prints / framed posters**

* Gallery-style releases; higher paper quality, stamping, signatures.

3. **Vinyl records**

* Growing trend for collectors; limited color pressings.

4. **Props replicas**

* Items that mimic music video props (rings, necklaces, key objects).

5. **Jewelry**

* Official necklaces, rings, bracelets; sometimes subtle branding.

6. **Limited “drop” boxes**

* Capsule collections with themes (anniversary, world tour final, seasonal).

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### 8) Fan-made (unofficial) goods: what they are and why they matter

Unofficial goods are often higher variety and more niche:

* Toploader deco kits, photocard holders, custom pickets, fan art stickers, handmade bracelets.
* They can be high quality but carry risks:

  * copyright/IP issues,
  * authenticity confusion,
  * inconsistent materials.

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### 9) How to choose and buy (practical, high-value guidance)

**A. Clarify your goal**

* Collecting PCs? Focus on storage, condition, authenticity.
* Concert attendance? Prioritize lightstick + batteries + slogan + comfortable bag.
* Daily use? Choose subtle wearable items.

**B. Authenticity checklist (especially for signed goods and rare PCs)**

* Buy from official stores or verified sellers.
* Ask for proof of purchase or event provenance.
* Check printing quality, hologram/QR tags if used, and consistency with known templates.

**C. Condition matters**

* Photocards: look for corner whitening, scratches, dents, “press marks.”
* Albums: check spine damage, inclusions completeness.
* Plush: check tags, stitching, discoloration.

**D. Storage and protection**

* Use sleeves (PVC-free), toploaders, binders; avoid heat/humidity.
* For paper goods, acid-free sleeves and away from sunlight.
* Plush: dust protection bags, avoid direct UV to reduce fading.

**E. Price drivers**

* Scarcity (limited event), demand (member popularity), condition, verifiable authenticity.
* Beware “too cheap” listings for high-demand event cards.

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### 10) Extra applications (how merch connects to fandom and business)

* **Community building**: trading meets, PC swaps, group orders.
* **Marketing mechanics**: randomized pulls, store exclusives, timed drops create urgency.
* **Tour economics**: concert merch often has higher margins and drives offline engagement.
* **Digital merchandising**: membership content, digital collectibles, AR photo frames.

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## 한국어

### 1) K-pop 굿즈의 범위

K-pop 굿즈는 크게 **공식 굿즈(소속사/레이블/라이선스)**, **공연·팬이벤트 굿즈**, **팬클럽 키트**, 그리고 매우 큰 **비공식(팬메이드) 굿즈** 생태계로 나뉩니다. K-pop은 랜덤 구성(포토카드), 한정판, 팬사인회, 럭키드로우 같은 “수집 메커니즘”이 강해서 굿즈 종류가 폭발적으로 많습니다.

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### 2) 핵심 수집 굿즈(가장 기본)

1. **포토카드(포카)**

* 앨범 내 랜덤, 예약특전(POB), 스토어 한정, 팬사인/이벤트, 방송/공방, 럭드.
* 홀로/렌티큘러/유닛/단체 등 변형이 많음.
* 중고거래·교환의 중심.

2. **엽서/미니포스터**

* 세트 구성 많고 전시/다꾸/탑로더 꾸미기에 사용.

3. **포토북/컨셉북**

* 시즌그리팅, 프리미엄 패키지 등에 포함되거나 단독 발매.

4. **트레이딩 카드 팩**

* 랜덤 팩, 넘버링/스페셜 포일 등 수집형 강화.

5. **폴라로이드 스타일 프린트/사인물**

* 희소성이 큰 편(특히 이벤트 한정).

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### 3) 앨범 관련 굿즈(‘음반’이 곧 굿즈 박스)

* **앨범 버전(포토북/디지팩/플랫폼/주얼 등)** 다양화
* **동봉 구성품**: 스티커, 북마크, 접지포스터, 스탠디 등
* **플랫폼/QR 앨범 카드**: 실물 카드 + 디지털 접근(수집성과 물류 효율 동시)

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### 4) 콘서트·현장 필수 굿즈

1. **응원봉(라이트스틱)**

* 공연장에서 동기화 연출, 스트랩/파우치/데코 파츠 등 파생 굿즈 많음.

2. **슬로건 타월/배너**

* 곡 구간에서 흔들어 응원, 투어 한정으로 많이 나옴.

3. **피켓/이미지 부채**

* 멤버 사진/문구가 들어간 현장 응원 도구.

4. **투어 의류**

* 투어 날짜/도시 프린트가 ‘기록’ 역할.

5. **팔찌/입장 키트**

* 날짜·회차별로 남는 기념품 성격.

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### 5) 일상형 라이프스타일 굿즈(요즘 비중이 큼)

* **의류**: 티/후디/모자/양말/잠옷 등
* **가방**: 토트/크로스/파우치(포카 수납 설계 많음)
* **문구**: 노트, 플래너, 포스트잇, 마스킹테이프
* **테크**: 폰케이스, 그립톡, 이어폰 케이스, 노트북 파우치
* **홈**: 머그/텀블러/담요/쿠션/슬리퍼/캔들
* **뷰티·식음료 콜라보**: 포토혜택 결합이 흔함

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### 6) 캐릭터/IP 굿즈(마스코트·캐릭터 라인)

* **인형(봉제)·키링 인형**
* **미니 피규어**
* **캐릭터 문구·시즌 테마 한정판**
  캐릭터 굿즈는 컴백 공백기에도 꾸준히 팔리는 강점이 있습니다.

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### 7) 프리미엄·전시형 굿즈

* **피규어/스태츄(한정, 넘버링)**
* **아트 프린트/액자 포스터**
* **바이닐(LP) 한정 컬러 프레스**
* **MV 소품 레플리카**(목걸이/반지/키오브젝트)
* **주얼리 라인**(로고를 은은하게 녹인 제품)

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### 8) 비공식(팬메이드) 굿즈

* 탑로더 꾸미기 키트, 포카홀더, 커스텀 피켓, 팬아트 스티커, 비즈 팔찌 등
  장점: 다양성·디자인 폭.
  주의: 저작권 이슈, 정품 혼동, 소재 품질 편차.

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### 9) 구매·수집 실전 팁(손해 줄이는 핵심)

* **목표를 먼저 정리**: 포카 수집/공연용/일상용/전시용
* **진품·이벤트 사인물은 ‘출처(증빙)’가 핵심**: 영수증/이벤트 당첨 내역/공식샵 구매 내역
* **상태(컨디션) 체크**: 포카 모서리 백화, 스크래치, 눌림자국
* **보관**: 무PVC 슬리브, 탑로더, 바인더 / 직사광선·고온·습기 피하기
* **가격은 희소성×수요×상태×증빙**: “너무 싼” 고가 포카는 리스크 신호

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## 日本語

### K-popグッズの主要カテゴリ(網羅)

* **コレクション系**:フォトカード、ポストカード、ミニポスター、トレカパック、サイン物
* **アルバム関連**:複数バージョン、封入特典、プラットフォーム/QRカード
* **ライブ必需品**:ライトスティック、スローガンタオル、ピケット、ツアーT/フーディー
* **日常用品**:アパレル、バッグ、文具、スマホ周辺、ホーム用品
* **キャラクター/IP**:ぬいぐるみ、キーホルダー、ミニフィギュア
* **プレミアム**:フィギュア、アートプリント、LP、MV小物レプリカ、ジュエリー
* **ファンメイド**:トレカデコ、ホルダー、ファンアート系(著作権・真贋に注意)

保管はスリーブ(PVCフリー)+トップローダー+湿度/紫外線管理が基本です。

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## Español

### Tipos de “goods” de idols K-pop (lista completa)

* **Coleccionables**: photocards, postales, mini pósters, packs de trading cards, artículos firmados
* **Álbumes**: múltiples versiones, inclusiones aleatorias, tarjetas QR/plataforma
* **Conciertos**: lightstick, toalla/banner “slogan”, pickets, camisetas de tour, pulseras
* **Uso diario**: ropa, bolsos, papelería, accesorios tech, artículos de hogar
* **IP/Personajes**: peluches, llaveros, mini figuras
* **Premium**: figuras numeradas, art prints, vinilos, réplicas de props, joyería
* **Fan-made**: deco de toploaders, holders, fanart (ojo con derechos y autenticidad)

Consejos: define tu objetivo (colección vs concierto vs uso diario), verifica procedencia en firmas/eventos, y protege las photocards con fundas sin PVC y control de humedad.

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## Français

### Inventaire des goods K-pop (catégories + usages)

* **Collection** : photocards, cartes postales, mini posters, packs de cartes, objets dédicacés
* **Albums** : multiples versions, inclusions aléatoires, cartes QR/plateforme
* **Concerts** : lightstick, serviette/banner “slogan”, pickets, vêtements de tournée, bracelets
* **Lifestyle** : vêtements, sacs, papeterie, accessoires tech, articles maison
* **Personnages/IP** : peluches, porte-clés, mini figurines
* **Premium** : figurines numérotées, art prints, vinyles, répliques d’accessoires MV, bijoux
* **Fan-made** : déco toploaders, holders, fanart (attention aux droits et à la confusion “officiel/non-officiel”)

Points clés : objectif clair, preuves d’achat pour les objets rares/signés, et stockage (pochettes sans PVC, éviter chaleur/humidité/UV).

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