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Other Tourist Scams in Jeju Island, South Korea
Timeshares, fake police, charity fraud, and miscellaneous scams targeting visitors. Below are the other scams scams reported in Jeju Island — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Kyoto, Beijing, and Shanghai.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Other Scams Scams
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Total in Jeju Island
How it works
Shops selling Jeju ginseng, ginseng tea, and Korean cosmetics near Lotte World and airport shopping areas pressure tourists into bulk purchases with false claims of authenticity and medicinal benefits. Items are overpriced by 300-500% and often counterfeit.
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10 total warnings across all categories