BTS - ARIRANG is available in several very different physical formats, making the choice between editions less straightforward than simply choosing between different album covers.
At umakpop, the available editions range from the traditional Rooted in Korea Ver. and Rooted in Music Ver. CDs to the large-format Living Legend Ver., a limited T-Shirt CD Box Set and the collectible 613 Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl.
Released on March 20, 2026, ARIRANG is BTS's fifth studio album. This guide compares the ARIRANG editions currently available at umakpop so you can decide which format best suits your collection.
There are additional official ARIRANG formats outside the editions covered here. If you are unfamiliar with the differences between standard albums, special editions and vinyl releases, see our complete guide to choosing a K-pop album version.
BTS ARIRANG versions at a glance
Rooted in Korea Ver. — A traditional physical CD edition with an 84-page photobook, complete seven-member photocard set, badge and poster.
Rooted in Music Ver. — Another full CD and photobook edition, distinguished by its 82-page photobook, lyric paper and seven-piece film photo set.
Living Legend Ver. — A larger collector-focused edition centred around a 54-page poster book, archive tags and a complete seven-member photocard set.
T-Shirt CD Box Set — A limited physical CD package bundled with one random official BTS T-shirt from four possible designs.
613 Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl — A 12-inch anniversary picture disc created as a special collectible vinyl edition of ARIRANG.
Rooted in Korea Ver. — traditional album with a Korean-inspired collector concept
The BTS ARIRANG standard album includes two selectable editions: Rooted in Korea Ver. and Rooted in Music Ver.
The Rooted in Korea Ver. includes:
- Outbox
- Badge
- Envelope
- CD-R Envelope
- CD-R
- Photocard Set — 7 cards
- Photocard Holder
- Poster
- Photobook — 84 pages
Best for: collectors looking for the most traditional K-pop album format while still receiving a complete seven-member photocard set.
The badge and poster also give this edition a slightly broader range of physical collectibles than Rooted in Music.
Rooted in Music Ver. — photobook, lyrics and film photos
The Rooted in Music Ver. is available from the same ARIRANG product page, but its packaging and inclusions are substantially different from Rooted in Korea.
It includes:
- Outbox
- Photobook — 82 pages
- CD-R Envelope
- CD-R
- Lyric Paper Envelope
- Lyric Paper
- Film Photo Set — 7 pieces
- Photocard Set — 7 cards
- Photocard Holder
Best for: collectors who prefer photographic and printed content. The seven-piece film photo set and dedicated lyric paper are the main features that distinguish this version from Rooted in Korea.
Both standard editions include the physical album and a complete seven-member photocard set, so the choice largely comes down to which packaging and additional inclusions you prefer.
Living Legend Ver. — the large-format collector edition
The ARIRANG Living Legend Ver. takes a more display-focused approach than the two standard versions.
It includes:
- Outbox
- Dust Jacket
- Poster Book — 54 pages
- Book Band
- Archive Tag Set — 7 pieces
- Photocard Set — 7 cards
- Envelope
- Sticker Pack — 2 pieces
- Lyric Booklet — 32 pages
- CD-R Envelope
- CD-R
Best for: collectors who want ARIRANG as a larger display piece rather than a conventional photobook album.
The 54-page poster book and seven-piece Archive Tag Set give the Living Legend edition a different collecting experience, while the complete seven-member photocard set means you do not have to rely on random member pulls for the main photocards.
T-Shirt CD Box Set — album and official wearable merchandise
The ARIRANG T-Shirt CD Box Set combines the physical album with official BTS apparel.
It includes:
- Outbox
- Jewel Case
- CD-R
- Booklet — 4 pages
- 1 random T-shirt — out of 4 designs
- Poster
The included T-shirt is one size, made from 100% cotton, and one of four designs is supplied at random.
Best for: fans who want both the album and an official wearable ARIRANG collectible.
This edition is less focused on photocards and photobook content than the standard or Living Legend versions, so collectors mainly interested in paper inclusions may prefer one of those formats instead.
613 Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl — the anniversary collector edition
The ARIRANG 613 Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl is the most specialised collector format currently available at umakpop.
Released in June 2026 in connection with BTS's 13th debut anniversary, this edition presents ARIRANG on a 12-inch double-sided portrait picture disc.
It includes:
- 12-inch Limited Edition Double-Sided Portrait Picture Disc
- Printed PVC Outer Sleeve
- Preview Reel
- Polaroid Card Set — 8 cards
- Polaroid Card Envelope
The release also features additional audio content, including member voice messages and a Korean-language version of NORMAL.
Best for: vinyl collectors, anniversary collectors and fans looking for a distinctive ARIRANG display piece rather than a standard CD album.
If your priority is a large photobook or conventional album packaging, one of the CD editions will be a better fit. If the format itself is what you collect, the 613 picture disc is the most distinctive option in this guide.
Which BTS ARIRANG version should you buy?
If you want a traditional physical K-pop album, choose Rooted in Korea Ver. or Rooted in Music Ver.
If you want a larger collector package with display-focused inclusions, choose the Living Legend Ver.
If you want an album combined with official apparel, choose the T-Shirt CD Box Set.
If you primarily collect vinyl or anniversary editions, choose the 613 Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl.
Rooted in Korea or Rooted in Music — which standard version is better?
Neither version is objectively better; they prioritise different inclusions.
Choose Rooted in Korea if you prefer the badge, poster and 84-page photobook.
Choose Rooted in Music if the seven-member film photo set, lyric paper and 82-page photobook appeal more to you.
Both include a physical CD and a complete set of seven member photocards, which makes either one a strong choice for collectors who want a conventional album without having to choose between individual member versions.
Can you collect more than one ARIRANG version?
Yes. The differences between the ARIRANG formats go well beyond alternative covers.
Rooted in Korea and Rooted in Music offer different photobooks and printed inclusions, Living Legend uses an entirely different large-format presentation, the T-Shirt CD Box Set incorporates wearable merchandise, and the 613 edition changes the music format itself from CD to picture-disc vinyl.
For that reason, collecting several editions gives you genuinely different physical products rather than repeated copies of essentially the same album.
Are these every official BTS ARIRANG version?
No. BTS released additional official ARIRANG formats, including other vinyl and platform editions. This guide specifically compares the ARIRANG editions currently available at umakpop.
Availability can change over time, particularly for limited editions, so always check each individual product page before ordering.
Buying BTS ARIRANG in Europe
You can explore the available BTS albums and official merchandise at umakpop, with orders shipped from Portugal to selected European countries.
Stock status can differ between ARIRANG editions. Check the relevant product page for current availability before ordering, and see our Shipping Information for delivery details.
You can also browse the complete official K-pop album collection for more releases from BTS and other artists.
Note: Random inclusions remain random unless explicitly stated otherwise on the product page. In particular, the T-Shirt CD Box Set contains one random T-shirt design. Pre-order or retailer-exclusive benefits are not included unless specifically listed with the product at the time of purchase.