In one corner of Seoul’s Myeongdong Lotte Department Store, you can find a space adorned as the “Star’s Street.” This area, named Star Avenue, is located on the 1st floor of Lotte Department Store Myeongdong. “Seoul Myeongdong Lotte Department Store Star Avenue” Star Avenue is designed as a space where shopping meets the experience of the Hallyu wave. It’s not ...
Myeongdong Cathedral serves as the principal church of the Archdiocese of Seoul in the neo-Gothic architectural style. The hill in Myeongdong where the cathedral stands was historically known as “Myeongryebang,” where the first Catholic pilgrim in Korea, Thomas Kim Beom-u, lived. This location witnessed the first Catholic mass in Korea. In the 21st century, Myeongdong Cathedral is undergoing redevelopment. With ...
McDonald’s, born in Chicago, Illinois, USA, is a prominent multinational fast-food franchise. It has become synonymous with fast-food burgers, symbolizing American capitalism and globalization along with Coca-Cola and Apple. As a globally recognized brand, McDonald’s has even created the “Big Mac Index,” calculating purchasing power based on the price of its signature menu item, the “Big Mac,” showcasing its significant ...
Myeongdong Cathedral is the principal church of the Archdiocese of Seoul in the Catholic Church, an architectural masterpiece constructed in the Neo-Gothic style. The hill in Myeongdong where the cathedral stands was once known as ‘Myeongrye-bang,’ the site of the residence of Thomas Kim Beom-woo, the first pilgrim of the Catholic faith in Korea. This area witnessed the first Catholic ...
In the bustling area of “Myeongdong,” which foreign tourists never miss when visiting Seoul, you can discover historical architecture alongside the vibrant shopping scene. Myeongdong Cathedral serves as the principal church of the Archdiocese of Seoul in the Catholic tradition, characterized by its Neo-Gothic architectural style. The hill in Myeongdong where the cathedral stands was once known as “Myeongryebang,” the ...
Banks are transforming into more friendly spaces by incorporating characters. KB Kookmin Bank used to create cafe-like spaces in some branches under the name ‘Rockstar.’ Although most of these ‘KB Kookmin Bank Rockstar branches’ have disappeared, it reflects an attempt that has been ongoing for some time. Similar initiatives can be observed in Seoul’s Myeongdong. This time, Shinhan Bank has ...
On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea with its first branch in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there was controversy due to coffee prices being higher than a meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Especially within a 1km radius of Gwanghwamun Square, it boasts the highest density of Starbucks stores, surpassing ...
Seolbing is a franchise business that originated in Busan, South Korea. Established in 2013, it is a cafe that promotes itself as a “Korean dessert cafe”. The main menu items are Patbingsu (red bean shaved ice) and Injeolmi (rice cake coated with bean flour), offering food items not typically found in traditional cafes. In less than a year, Seolbing achieved ...
Hattie Stewart is an illustrator based in London, UK, known for her vibrant illustrations in various fields such as advertising, art, and fashion. She is well-known for her playful and lively works, earning nicknames like “Professional Doodler” and “Doodlebomb.” “Seoul Myeongdong Lotte Department Store, Hattie Stewart Collaboration” Lotte Department Store collaborated with artist Hattie Stewart, conducting a collaboration named “2023 ...
“Little Bus Tayo” is an animated transportation vehicle set in the city of Seoul. It was produced with the aim of making it easy for children to understand transportation and was jointly organized by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and EBS. The planning was done by Iconix, who had previously succeeded with Pororo, and the production was outsourced to Studio Gale. ...
At the 5th exit of Euljiro 1-ga Station on Line 2, which leads to Myeongdong, you can find the sculpture “Siso.” It stands in the backyard of SK Networks Myeongdong Wine Shop and is titled “Minor Triumph” by artist Yun Seok-won. The artwork captures the playful and amusing expressions of a mother and her children, depicting them cheering and celebrating ...
McDonald’s is a prominent multinational fast-food franchise that originated in Chicago, Illinois, USA. It has become synonymous with fast-food burgers and is a trademark symbolizing American capitalism and globalization, alongside companies like Coca-Cola and Apple. Having expanded worldwide, McDonald’s even created a concept called the “Big Mac Index” to calculate inflation based on the price of their signature menu item, ...