If you venture into the alleyways west of Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, extending behind the morning apartment complex of Gyeonghuigung Palace, you’ll discover a secluded neighborhood atmosphere quite distinct from the bustling cityscape of the surrounding buildings. In this area, you can find various restaurants and cafes that exude a feeling akin to that of renovated homes. “Aino Garden: A ...
Yoshikien is a Japanese garden located within Nara Park. In contrast to the adjacent “Isuien Garden,” which requires an entrance fee, Yoshikien is free to enter, making it a more accessible option. During this trip, I had initially planned to explore Isuien Garden as well, but unfortunately, the garden wasn’t open at that time. Instead, I had the opportunity to ...
Incheon Chinatown boasts a tranquil spot named ‘Han Jung Won.’ Drawing inspiration from China’s four major gardens, specifically Zhuo Zheng Yuan (拙庭園) and Liu Yuan (留園), Han Jung Won is an outdoor cultural space designed by incorporating the garden styles of scholars in the later period of the Qing Dynasty. Utilizing elements like shadow walls (영벽), decorative walls (조벽), pavilions, ...
Osaka Castle is currently transformed into a park, featuring various sections within its premises. Among them, you can find the Nishinomaru Garden, particularly popular during the cherry blossom season. “Garden Situated Across the Moat from Osaka Castle” Nishinomaru Garden is a delightful spot within Osaka Castle. Osaka Castle is surrounded by double moats, and before crossing the second moat, you ...
East of the Osaka Municipal Art Museum, you can find a small garden known as “Keitakuen Garden.” It features a traditional Japanese-style stroll garden with a nostalgic ambiance. This garden is renowned as the creation of “Ogawa Jihei,” a gardener who represented seven generations from the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa eras. The garden holds historical significance as it was donated ...
In the heart of Tokyo, there’s a place known as “Ebisu.” Originally called “Shibuya-mura” or “Samoshibuya,” meaning below Shibuya, its name changed to Ebisu after the construction of the Ebisu Beer Station, a beer-exclusive freight station, and the subsequent creation of a station named Ebisu near Shibuya Station. This transformation resulted from the introduction of the Ebisu beer factory, showcasing ...
In the historic district of Macau, near the renowned “St. Anthony’s Church,” you can discover another UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site known as “Camoes Garden,” a well-maintained garden. Camoes Garden is a tribute to Luis de Camoes, a famous 16th-century Portuguese poet and hero. “Macau’s Historic District: Camoes Garden in the Heart of the City” Camoes Garden is a park ...
These days, cafes with various concepts are emerging. While there are spaces that focus on the traditional function of serving coffee, there are also places that incorporate items like aquariums, flowers, and gardens into the cafe experience. Thanks to this trend, the concept of spending time in a cafe is evolving from simply enjoying coffee or drinks to immersing oneself ...
The Hyundai Department Store Apgujeong Main Branch, also known as the 2nd branch of Hyundai Department Store, opened its doors in 1985. As an older building, it has lower ceilings and relatively narrower spaces compared to more recently constructed buildings. Nevertheless, it continues to play a pivotal role as a key retail outlet, achieving an annual revenue of 1 trillion ...
Yongsan used to be famous for its electronics market in the past. While electronic products are still commonly sought after in Yongsan, with the rise of online shopping, its prominence has somewhat diminished compared to earlier times. Simultaneously, Yongsan used to have a somewhat negative image. People working in the Yongsan electronics market were often referred to as “Yongpali,” which ...
Icheon is particularly famous for its rice. So when you mention “Icheon rice,” it’s commonly regarded as top-notch rice. Especially, in the past, Icheon gained a reputation for producing high-quality rice, which naturally led to the equation “Icheon = Rice.” Times Square in Yeongdeungpo is a complex commercial facility that can be considered a central area in the southwest of ...