Yongsan, once known for its electronics market, also had a reputation for unfriendly service. However, Yongsan is gradually transforming into a space for adult hobbies. “Yongsan Transforming into an Adult Hobby Space” This transformation bears resemblance to Tokyo’s Akihabara district. Akihabara, which also started as a fruit and vegetable market, later evolved into an electronics market, and now is famous ...
The Gasan Digital Complex, along with the Guro Digital Complex, is a prominent office-dense area in the southwestern part of Seoul. While it used to primarily house industrial complexes, it has now transformed into a hub for cutting-edge industries. Due to the high influx of people here, you can also find quite a few restaurants with long-standing histories nearby. Pungnyeon ...
The area around Sangdo-dong, near Jangseungbaegi Station in Seoul, can be described as a local business district frequented more by residents than intentionally sought-out visitors. With numerous apartments in the vicinity, you’ll find a variety of restaurants scattered around, offering options that locals frequent. During a visit to the Sangdo-dong and Jangseungbaegi Station area, I stumbled upon a renowned spot ...
The area around Jangseungbaegi Station in Sangdo-dong, Seoul, can be described as a local commercial district frequented more by residents of the neighborhood than intentionally sought out by many. Due to the abundance of apartments nearby, you can find various restaurants that locals visit scattered around. By chance, I found myself near Sangdo-dong and Jangseungbaegi Station, and decided to have ...
In Seoul, you can utilize the public bike-sharing service called “Ttareungyi.” By registering on the application, anyone can easily use this service, which can be considered a privilege of Seoul citizens. Ttareungyi is a public bike operated by the city of Seoul, known for its accessibility. Moreover, the prices are quite reasonable. It’s only 1,000 KRW for an hour, and ...
Gyodong refers to an area where a Confucian school (hyanggyo) was once located. However, since most cities had a hyanggyo, the name Gyodong is quite common. It is speculated that the Gyodong in Gyodong Jjamppong is derived from “Gangneung-si Gyodong,” which is a district in Gangneung, Gangwon Province. Gyodong Jjamppong is known for its unique spicy flavor. Nowadays, you can ...
The Hapjeong Station area in Seoul can be considered a transportation hub in the northwest region of Seoul. It is a transfer station for Subway Lines 2 and 6, and serves as a central transportation hub with various buses passing through. Furthermore, as the Hongdae commercial area expands, it has also extended to the Hapjeong area. In addition to the ...
In the vicinity of Hapjeong Station, there is an underground shopping mall called Delight Square. This complex is quite extensive, with many clean and well-maintained stores. It is conveniently connected to Hapjeong Station and the entrance, allowing easy access from the subway station without having to go above ground. Here, you can find the largest Kyobo Bookstore in Korea and ...
Seoul Jamsil, Lotte World Mall is an area where you can find various shops, restaurants, cafes, and more. Lotte World, Lotte Department Store, Lotte World Tower, and Lotte World Mall are all connected underground, making it a convenient place to visit even on days with bad weather. In particular, it is a great place to use as a date course ...
McDonald’s is a prominent multinational fast-food franchise that originated in Chicago, Illinois, USA. It is synonymous with fast-food hamburgers and has become a trademark symbolizing American capitalism and globalization, alongside Coca-Cola and Apple. McDonald’s, which has expanded worldwide, has had such a tremendous impact on the global economy that it created the concept of the “Big Mac Index,” which calculates ...
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 ...
Baek Jong-won, a renowned culinary researcher, has launched a diverse range of dining brands. Among them is the franchise restaurant “Hong Kong Restaurant 0410,” which specializes in Chinese cuisine and can be found all over Korea. “Seoul National University Entrance Chinese Restaurant, Hong Kong Restaurant 0410” You can also find Hong Kong Restaurant at “Seoul National University Entrance.” To locate ...