Don't buy' scarf seller opens online shop, and sells out

The famous scarf seller from Namdaemun Market has opened an online shop on Naver Smart Store after his unique "don't buy" sales style went viral online. Even though he jokes that customers should not overspend and that his scarves are not worth their time, online shoppers are ignoring his advice. By Thursday morning, the online shop had already logged over 157,000 visits and sold out all of his scarf sets.

Unlike shopping at his physical market stall, online buyers cannot choose their own colors or designs. The seller packages six scarves together for 10,000 won plus 3,000 won for shipping, and he chooses all six pieces himself. This online expansion came after huge crowds of curious visitors and fans crowded his traditional market stall, causing temporary closures and police visits.

The vendor became an internet sensation in late October because of his humorous banter, where he casually calls his customers "mom" or "sis." His bewildered and funny reactions to sudden fame have brought even more fans to his shop, turning him into one of the country's most popular local characters.

Edited using generative AI tools. 
Source: https://m.koreaherald.com/article/10935127?

Comprehension

Where did the famous scarf seller open his new shop?
What funny advice does the seller give to his customers?
How many scarf sets are included in the online purchase, and can buyers choose the designs?
Why did the seller's physical market stall have to close temporarily?
How did the vendor become famous across social media in late October?

Discussion

Have you ever bought something online that became popular on social media?
What do you think about the seller telling customers "don't buy"? Is it a good way to sell things?
Do you prefer shopping at traditional outdoor markets or buying things online? Why?
Have you ever visited a famous market or tourist spot in your city? What was it like?
Why do you think funny videos of everyday people become so popular online?
If you bought a mystery box of items where you could not choose the colors, would you like it?
Have you ever waited in a long line or a big crowd to buy something special?
What is your favorite thing to buy when you go shopping?

Vocabulary

viral = spreading very quickly to a lot of people through the internet
advice = an opinion or suggestion offered about what someone should do
physical = existing in the real world as a material object, not on a computer screen
expand = to become or make larger or more extensive
crowd = a large number of people gathered together in a disorganized way
humorous = causing laughter and amusement; funny
customer = a person who buys goods or services from a shop or business
popular = liked, admired, or enjoyed by many people or a particular group