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Incheon Songdo ConvensiA is an exhibition and convention space located at the heart of Songdo. It serves as an industrial facility where various exhibitions, meetings, and conferences take place. Naturally, ConvensiA is a space where people gather for events such as exhibitions. As a result, you can find spaces like restaurants and cafes within ConvensiA. Near the main entrance on ...

The area in front of Hongik University in Seoul has become one of the representative bustling districts in the city. In the past, it was known for its unique small shops operated by young artists, creating a distinctive atmosphere. With the easy accessibility from Yongsan, where there used to be a US military base, “club culture” thrived, making the area ...

Across from Emart Pohang’s parking lot, a small commercial area has formed, where you can find several cafes. Among them, the brand logo of “Ten Percent Coffee” caught my attention, so I decided to go in and take a look. The logo of Ten Percent Coffee is a “%” sign, which is almost identical to the “Percent Coffee,” commonly known ...

The area around Seoul’s Gasan Digital Complex is one of the prominent office-dense regions in the southwest of Seoul. Connected to Guro Digital Complex, it used to be an industrial area where many factories could be seen in the past. Now, it has transformed into a hub of advanced industries, with numerous offices in sight. With a large population of ...

On July 27, 1999, Starbucks opened its first branch in front of Ewha Woman’s University, marking its landing in South Korea. In the early days, there was controversy over the expensive coffee compared to the cost of a meal. However, Starbucks has now firmly established its presence in South Korea. It has also become a global company, following in the ...

In South Korea, Starbucks has become as common as convenience stores. It has become a globally recognized company that can be found not only in Korea but also in various parts of the world, comparable to McDonald’s, which is always present in crowded places. Similarly, in Jeju’s Jungmun Tourist Complex, you can find a Starbucks. “Jeju Jungmun Starbucks” The Starbucks ...

In the Gwanghwamun area, you can find a variety of cafes, both large and small. From large franchise cafes to smaller, independently operated ones with unique character, you can find a diverse range of cafes all in one place. The Gwanghwamun area can be considered one of Seoul’s major office-dense districts, where you can encounter numerous office workers. As a ...

Rato Coffee is a cafe located in Jeju City, Jeju Island. It can be found in a tranquil neighborhood not far from Jeju International Airport. “A Cafe Renovated from a Traditional House: Rato Coffee” Rato Coffee operates in a renovated house, offering a unique interior design that sets it apart from franchise cafes. The bold interior designs, including strategically placed ...

The area around Gasan Digital Complex is one of Seoul’s prominent office-dense districts. It’s filled with high-rise buildings designed for office spaces, housing various companies. Thanks to this, you can find numerous office workers in the vicinity. During lunch hours, it’s common to see many of them visiting nearby restaurants for their meals. Since this area attracts a large number ...

In the Gwanghwamun area, you can find a variety of cafes. From large franchise cafes to small ones, and even smaller ones that only offer takeout, it’s a place where you can explore a diverse range of cafes. This is likely because there is a high demand for coffee in the area due to the large number of office workers. ...

Along Jumunjin Yeongjin Beach, or Yeongjin Seashore, you can see a row of cafes. While any cafe here offers a great view of the sea, one cafe, in particular, stands out – “Brazil.” “Jumunjin Yeongjin Beach Ocean View Cafe: Brazil” Jumunjin, known as the original neighborhood for Gangneung coffee, is where Jumunjin Cafe Street is located. This place was introduced ...

Yeonhui-dong in Seoul has recently gained popularity among the MZ generation. As Yeonnam-dong rose to prominence, Yeonhui-dong, an original neighborhood with a similar vibe close to Yeonnam-dong, also garnered attention. In fact, Yeonnam-dong is often referred to as the southern extension of Yeonhui-dong, hence the name “Yeonnam.” In that sense, Yeonhui-dong can be seen as the original neighborhood that embodies ...