Everything You Need to Know About White Day Gifts!

Everything You Need to Know About White Day Gifts!

South Korea has many special holidays just for couples. Today, we're looking at White Day and everything you need to know about White Day gifts!

How Did White Day Start?

White Day is celebrated on March 14th, one month after Valentine’s Day. On this day, the men give their girlfriends gifts. The tradition dates back to 1977, when it was first held by Ishimura Manseido, a candy store in Fukuoka, Japan. 

White Day card with boy and girl holding hearts behind their backs

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The holiday was first called "Marshmallow Day," since the store sold marshmallows. However, it was renamed "White Day" in 1980 by the National Confectionary Industry Association to expand gift options. The color white represents innocence and purity, especially when it comes to first love.

Heart-shaped marshmallows
Image Credits: Courtesy of LIVE JAPAN Perfect Guide

Besides Japan and South Korea, White Day is also celebrated in China, Vietnam, and Taiwan.

What Are Typical White Day Gifts?

Traditionally, men are supposed to give presents that are worth three times what the women gave them on Valentine's Day. So White Day gifts have evolved to include luxury jewelry, handbags, perfumes, and even expensive lingerie!

Crystal-pearl necklace and earring set
Image Credits: okajewelry show via Flickr

But don't worry. If you're looking for something simple, there are cheaper options:

 White Day chocolate promotion

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Candy and chocolates: Candy stores offer special White Day-themed boxes of chocolates or sweets. Men often give these treats to their significant others as an expression of their love and affection.

A bouquet of pink and white flowers with a stuffed bunny

Image Credits: Flower Bolle via Instagram

Flowers: Not only do they express love and appreciation, but they also represent beauty and life. Flower stores sell white roses and special bouquets for this occasion.

White Day card, gift, and fountain pen

Image Credits: Courtesy of Her World

Stationery: As simple or elegant as you'd like. Postcards with romantic messages or pretty notebooks are the perfect gifts for the special woman in your life.

White Day gifts don't have to be expensive or even white. Your gift should reflect your special person and what she would love to receive. Check out this blog for some more White Day gift ideas.

Seoulbox: Snacks for Your Sweetheart

Does your significant other like snacks? Then here's a special present for her!

Seoulbox has two snack boxes: Signature (regular) and V (Vegetarian). Each month has its own theme, with March's being pocha (or pojangmacha, 포장마차). Inside are sweet treats, savory eats, and a magazine. If your loved one is more into K-beauty and lifestyle products, considering giving them a Seoulbox Life box.

Seoulbox Signature March 2023 box

Image Credits: Seoulbox via Instagram

If you're interested, then check them out on the Seoulbox website. Don't forget to tag us on social media and post a review for a chance to win a free box!

No matter which White Day gift you choose, make sure it comes from the heart and shows the other person just how much they mean to you. 

Happy White Day!

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