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Celebrate Chuseok with Shuttle: Tradition, Togetherness, and Thoughtful Gifts

Hazel
September 23, 2025

Celebrate Chuseok with Shuttle: Tradition, Togetherness, and Thoughtful Gifts

Every autumn, families across Korea gather to celebrate Chuseok (추석)—one of the country’s most important holidays. Sometimes called “Korean Thanksgiving,” Chuseok is a time to honor ancestors, share seasonal food, and spend time with loved ones.

Food plays a central role: songpyeon (half-moon rice cakes), freshly harvested fruits, and hearty home meals are staples of the holiday. But beyond food on the table, Chuseok is also about gift-giving—a way to express gratitude, respect, and good wishes for the coming year.

This year’s holiday season is shaping up to be one of the longest in recent memory. It begins with National Foundation Day (개천절) on October 3rd, followed by the official Chuseok holidays from October 5th to 8th, and then Hangul Day (한글날) on October 9th. For those able to take Friday, October 4th off, that means a potential 10 consecutive days of rest—a rare opportunity for extended family gatherings, travel, or simply enjoying more time at home.

The Tradition of Chuseok Gifts

Exchanging gifts during Chuseok is a way to strengthen bonds with family, friends, and colleagues. Classic presents include premium fruit baskets, high-quality meats, or health products like ginseng and honey. In recent years, gift sets have become more diverse, reflecting both traditional tastes and modern lifestyles.

Shuttle’s Curated Chuseok Gift Sets

This year, Shuttle makes gift-giving easier than ever. We’ve selected a wide range of Chuseok gift sets—from traditional favorites to modern luxuries—delivered straight to your door with next-day grocery service.

Here are just a few highlights from this year’s collection:

And that’s just the beginning. Our full collection includes premium oils, balsamic vinegar, fresh seafood from Jeju, seasoned galbi, probiotics, skincare sets, and more—something for every taste and tradition.

👉 Explore the full Chuseok Gift Set Collection here.

Celebrate With Convenience

Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, Shuttle makes it simple to share the joy of Chuseok. Thoughtful gifts, delivered fast, so you can focus on what really matters: spending time with loved ones.

This Chuseok, let’s celebrate abundance, gratitude, and togetherness—with a little help from Shuttle.


At Shuttle Delivery, we pride ourselves on being the go-to food delivery app for foreigners residing and exploring South Korea. With the convenience of PayPal payment options and our unique nationwide concierge service, we ensure seamless ordering experiences everywhere you go. Plus, with our next-day postal delivery on groceries and a wide range of home essentials, we're dedicated to making life convenient for our customers every step of the way.
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