[PRE-ORDER] BTS ARIRANG + POB

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[PRE-ORDER] BTS ARIRANG + POB

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1) Is the Line Friends BT21 Merch official or unofficial?

A: Majority of the BT21 merch is fan made (unofficial). There's a few official items for sale and the official items will say wording that's it's official in the product page. The more expensive items are official while the less expensive ones are fanmade. Unofficial BT21 will be much less than the price of the official version.

2) Are the photocards for sale official or fanmade?

A: Almost all the photocard sets for sale are fanmade or unofficial. If they are in the Under $15 collection, they are unofficial. If they are from a Lucky Draw or a album Pre-Order Benefit then they are 100% official and essentially come one by one unless you order a set via a Lucky Draw.

1) How soon will my item(s) will ship?

A: If we process the charges to your credit card, it will ship within 8 business days from the date of your order. The tracking information will get sent out automatically to the e-mail address you provided when checking out. If you do not receive tracking information from us within 8 business days of your order, feel free to follow up with us at support@kpop.exchange.
Please be aware Pre-Orders will not ship until they are release and ship to us from Korea. The release date may be found on the product page.

2) How long are shipping times?

A: Your products will ship within 5 to 8 days of you placing your order then take 4 to 6 weeks to reach your doorstep. Each product at Kpop Exchange has an estimated delivery time that you can find in the product page.

3) Do you ship to PO Boxes?

A: Yes!

4) What's the ETA to USA and Canada?

A: 3-5 weeks is the ETA. On occasions it may arrive faster and during busy shipping times it may turn into 6 weeks. for items such as Albums and Official Merchandise, it's already in the US and is received much faster. The shipping speed can be chosen at checkout depending on fast you want to receive it.

5) Where can I find my tracking information?

A: The tracking will update on the order status page once the item is in transit. You will also receive an email notification with a link to your personal tracking page through my shipping program, AfterShip.

6) Where do your items ship from?

A: Albums and official goods come from South Korea and ship out of our small facility in Denver, CO. Unofficial and less expensive goods are made in and ship from China.

1) What's your return policy?

A: All sales are final. We accept returns for refunds, for items damaged in transit or defective items. Why? Returns run counter to our emphasis on sustainability: every return has a carbon footprint.

2) Can I cancel my order?

A: Yes, you can if it's within 48 hours. All orders cancelled after 48 hours are subject to a $20 administration fee, whether or not your order has shipped. If you order has shipped, you (the buyer) will also be responsible for actual return shipping charges. Refunds will only be issued to the original credit card that you use when placing your order.

3) What happens if I receive a defective electronic item?

A: Electronics include any product that requires a battery such as a Lightstick. In the rare event you receive a sealed official lightstick that is defective, you would need to contact the manufacturer. The contact information can be found in the user manual.

BTS ARIRANG (BTS 5th Album) — Choose Version + Pre-Order Benefit (POB) Options

BTS The 5th Album: ARIRANG (Official Pre-Order)

ARMY, the drought is over. BTS is back with their 5th album, ARIRANG—and yes, this is the one you pre-order so Future You doesn’t have to pay “collector regret tax.”

Release (KST): March 20, 2026 (1 PM KST)
Pre-orders open (KST): January 16, 2026 (11 AM KST)
Track count: 14 tracks (officially reported)

Choose Your Version (Quick Guide)

Rooted in Korea Ver. (CD) — classic “photobook + poster” energy.
Rooted in Music Ver. (CD) — film-photo vibes + lyric paper.
Living Legend Ver. (Premium CD) — bigger packaging + archive tags, because BTS said “heirloom.”
SET (3 CD) — all three CD versions in one go.

What You’re Actually Buying (Inclusions + Dimensions)

ARIRANG (Rooted in Korea Ver.) — CD Album

• Outbox
• Badge
• Envelope
• CD-R + CD envelope
• Photocard set (7) + photocard holder
• Poster (1)
• Photobook (84 pages)
Dimensions: 200 x 167.5 x 25 mm

ARIRANG (Rooted in Music Ver.) — CD Album

• Outbox
• Photobook (82 pages)
• CD-R + CD envelope
• Lyric paper + lyric paper envelope
• Film photo set (7)
• Photocard set (7) + photocard holder
Dimensions: 153 x 270 x 25 mm

ARIRANG (Living Legend Ver.) — Premium CD Album

• Outbox
• Dust jacket
• Poster book (54 pages)
• Book band (1)
• Archive tag set (7)
• Photocard set (7)
• Envelope
• Sticker pack (2)
• Lyric booklet (1)
• CD-R + CD envelope
Dimensions: 287 x 205 x 25 mm

Pre-Order Benefit (POB) Options

If you want the BTS ARIRANG album pre-order benefit, choose your POB option above before checkout. POBs are limited and can sell out during the pre-order window.

Weverse Shop POB (official gift details):
• 1 Weverse exclusive unreleased selfie photocard A (random 1 of 7)
• 1 Weverse exclusive unreleased selfie film-mount keyring (random 1 of 7)
(Availability can end early if Weverse runs out.)

Soundwave / Music Plant / Makestar / Aladin POB:
These are retailer-exclusive pre-order benefits. Contents can vary by retailer and may be finalized/announced in waves. If a retailer updates the POB details, we’ll update this listing so you know exactly what you’re getting.

Shipping, Pre-Order Policy, and the “Please Read This Before Panic-Emailing” Section

• We begin shipping after release once inventory arrives, in the order purchases are placed.
• Orders containing pre-order items are held until all items in that order are released and available to ship together.
• When pre-orders arrive to us, we typically ship within 1–2 business days after receiving/processing (as long as there are no upstream delays).
• The outer box/case is protective packaging. Minor scuffs/creasing on the outer box are not considered damage to the album itself.

Authenticity & Brand

Genuine BTS release, sourced via authorized Korean distributors. Trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Release Date: is March 20th in Korea. We will begin the shipping process once we receive the pre-order items as long as there are no delays.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Orders containing pre-order items will be held until all items are released and available to ship together. It is guarantee that you are getting it whenever we receive it from South Korea! We usually ship out pre-order items in 1-2 business days from the day we receive it.

What’s Included:

TRACKLIST:

Shop ARIRANG formats:

BTS ARIRANG (main hub — non-vinyl)
BTS ARIRANG [VINYL] (Deluxe/Group/Modern Korea)
BTS ARIRANG [MEMBER VINYL] (7 member versions)
BTS ARIRANG [Travel Tag CD Box Set]
BTS ARIRANG [WEVERSE ALBUM]

Shipping Info + Chart Eligibility

The outer case/box is simply for protecting goods. (Damages such as scratches or discoloration on the case/box cannot be compensated.)

The sales volume of applied 100% in the charts on US Billboard, Apple, HANTEO, GAON, and Music Bank.

**All items will be shipped out within 5~10 business days once the order has been processed.

Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be cancelled nor refunded once they are processed.

Shipped from South Korea.

Is this the official BTS album?
Yes—ARIRANG is BTS’s official 5th album release.

What’s the difference between Rooted in Korea vs Rooted in Music?
Both are CD album versions with different packaging and inclusions (photobook sizing and included items vary).

What is “Weverse Albums ver.”?
A QR-based album format with physical inclusions plus a QR card for access.

Common Questions:

Q: Is BTS ARIRANG an official album?
A: Yes. ARIRANG is BTS’s official 5th album release.

Q: When is BTS ARIRANG released?
A: The release date is March 20, 2026 (1 PM KST).

Q: When does BTS ARIRANG pre-order start?
A: Pre-orders open January 16, 2026 (11 AM KST).

Q: How many tracks are on BTS ARIRANG?
A: 14 tracks have been reported for ARIRANG.

Q: What is the difference between Rooted in Korea and Rooted in Music?
A: Both are CD albums, but the packaging and inclusions differ (photobook format, film photos/lyric paper, and overall contents vary).

Q: What is the Living Legend version?
A: Living Legend is the premium CD version with larger packaging and collectible inclusions like archive tags, a poster book, sticker pack, and lyric booklet.

Q: What does “BTS ARIRANG album pre-order benefit (POB)” mean?
A: A POB is a limited retailer-exclusive gift available during the pre-order period (examples include exclusive photocards and collectibles, depending on retailer).

Q: What is included in the Weverse Shop POB for ARIRANG?
A: Weverse’s official gift includes an unreleased selfie photocard A (random 1 of 7) plus an unreleased selfie film-mount keyring (random 1 of 7), while supplies last.

Q: Can I buy ARIRANG with no pre-order benefit?
A: Yes. Choose “NO POB” if you only want the album version without retailer gifts.

Q: Will my order ship before the release date?
A: No. Pre-orders ship after release once inventory arrives and orders are processed in purchase order sequence.

Q: If I order in-stock items with ARIRANG, will they ship separately?
A: Typically no—orders ship together once all items are available. If you want faster shipment for in-stock items, place a separate order.

Q: Does the outer box condition matter?
A: Outer boxes are protective packaging; minor marks or scuffs on the outer box are generally not compensated.

Q: What does “ARIRANG” mean?
A: “Arirang” references a well-known Korean folk song associated with collective emotion and resilience, which BTS is echoing in the album’s concept and title.