Haruki Murakami's 'Kaho' and 'Trend Korea 2027' Top Bestsellers

By Yoon Juhye Posted : October 10, 2026, 07:04 Updated : October 10, 2026, 07:04

Haruki Murakami's new work and , which forecasts economic and consumer trends for the upcoming year, are gaining popularity in bookstores. has reached the top of the comprehensive bestseller list at Yes24, while has secured the number one spot at Kyobo Bookstore.


According to Yes24's comprehensive bestseller rankings for the first week of October, Murakami's took first place. The book is particularly popular among readers in their 40s and 50s, with purchase rates of 40.8% and 28.1%, respectively.


At Kyobo Bookstore, , co-authored by Professor Kim Nan-do of Seoul National University, debuted at number one upon its release. It also ranked second at Yes24. The primary buyers are in their 30s and 40s, reflecting a demand to anticipate economic and social trends for the coming year. Other forecasting books, such as and

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