Convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won
Please provide values below to convert South Korean Won [KRW] to North Korean Won [KPW], or Convert North Korean Won to South Korean Won.
1 KRW = 1.53619022222 KPW. To convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won, multiply the value by 1.53619022222; to go the other way, divide by it (1 KPW = 0.650961049963 KRW). Both units measure currency and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 KRW = 1.53619022222 KPW
- 1 KPW = 0.650961049963 KRW
- 10 KRW = 15.3619022222 KPW
- 100 KRW = 153.619022222 KPW
How to Convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won
1 KRW = 1.53619022222222 KPW
Example: convert 15 KRW to KPW:
15 KRW = 15 × 1.53619022222222 KPW = 23.0428533333333 KPW
South Korean Won to North Korean Won Conversion Table
| South Korean Won | North Korean Won |
|---|---|
| 1 KRW | 1.53619022222 KPW |
| 2 KRW | 3.07238044444 KPW |
| 3 KRW | 4.60857066667 KPW |
| 5 KRW | 7.68095111111 KPW |
| 10 KRW | 15.3619022222 KPW |
| 20 KRW | 30.7238044444 KPW |
| 50 KRW | 76.8095111111 KPW |
| 100 KRW | 153.619022222 KPW |
| 500 KRW | 768.095111111 KPW |
| 1000 KRW | 1536.19022222 KPW |
South Korean Won
The South Korean Won (KRW) is the official currency of South Korea, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Won was first introduced in 1945, replacing the Korean yen. It has undergone several redenominations and reforms, with the current form established in 1962 to stabilize the economy after periods of inflation.
Current Use
Today, the South Korean Won is widely used in South Korea for everyday transactions, banking, and international trade, and is managed by the Bank of Korea.
North Korean Won
The North Korean Won (KPW) is the official currency of North Korea, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The North Korean Won was first introduced in 1947, replacing the Korean won used during the Japanese occupation, and has undergone several redenominations and reforms since then.
Current Use
Today, the KPW is primarily used domestically in North Korea, with limited acceptance outside the country; it is subject to strict government control and currency regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 South Korean Won in North Korean Won?
1 South Korean Won (KRW) = 1.53619022222 North Korean Won (KPW).
How do you convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won?
Multiply the South Korean Won value by 1.53619022222. For example, 25 KRW × 1.53619022222 = 38.4047555556 KPW.
What is 10 South Korean Won in North Korean Won?
10 KRW = 15.3619022222 KPW.
Which unit is larger, the South Korean Won or the North Korean Won?
The South Korean Won is the larger unit: 1 KRW = 1.53619022222 KPW.