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South Korea sizes
Mondopoint in mm (shoes) · Numeric cm (clothing)
Same Mondopoint scale as Japan, but expressed in millimeters instead of centimeters.
Shoe size
Foot length in mm (255, 260, 265, 270)
Common cross-map
KR 270 = JP 27.0 = US M 9 = EU 43
Clothing fit
Slimmer through the shoulder than US
Korean shoe sizes state foot length in millimeters — a KR 270 fits a 270 mm (27 cm) foot. Numerically it's identical to Japan × 10.
Korean clothing brands run notably slim compared to Western equivalents. Verify measurements against the brand's cm chart; a KR M is often a US XS.
Common pitfalls
- Korean women's tops often list only 'One Size' or 'Free Size' — check the measurement in cm.
- Kpop merch and streetwear can run 2 sizes smaller than the US letter suggests.
- Shipping delays and returns from Korean sites are slow — measure carefully.
Calculators
Related articles
Why Shoe Sizes Differ Between Countries
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US vs EU Shoe Sizes Explained
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