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These days, finding a Starbucks store in Seoul is very easy. Since the first Starbucks opened in front of Ewha Womans University, the chain has rapidly expanded. Particularly, the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul is known worldwide for having the highest concentration of Starbucks stores within a 1 km radius. “Starbucks Near Soongsil University in Seoul” In the southwest of Seoul, ...

Since opening its first store near Ewha Womans University on July 27, 1999, Starbucks has landed in Korea and steadily expanded its presence, establishing itself as a successful brand found in key areas across the country. Particularly within a 1km radius of Gwanghwamun Square, it boasts the highest density of Starbucks locations, surpassing even New York in the number of ...

Starbucks is a cafe easily found in South Korea, and similarly, it’s a cafe you can easily find in Japan. In Nara Park, Starbucks can be found in various locations, and you can also find a Starbucks at the Nara Park Bus Terminal. “Nara Park Bus Terminal Cafe, Starbucks” At the Nara Park Bus Terminal, you can find Starbucks on ...

In the southern part of Nara Park, you’ll find Sarusawa Pond (Sarusawaike), a place steeped in various stories and considered one of the iconic landscapes representing Nara. Most ponds and lakesides typically feature cafes, and Sarusawa Pond is no exception. “Starbucks Sarusawaike Store” Adjacent to Sarusawa Park in Nara Park, you can easily locate a Starbucks café, a familiar sight ...

Attempting to explore the Osaka area early in the morning, I found it challenging to locate suitable places due to the early hour, with many places still closed. Needing a cup of coffee to properly wake up, I looked for a nearby Starbucks and found one at “Namba Parks.” “Namba Parks Café, Starbucks” The café at Namba Parks was located ...

Howard Schultz, who joined Starbucks as a marketing manager in 1982, foresaw the increasing demand for premium coffee in the United States during the 1980s. In 1985, he left Starbucks and opened a cafe named “Il Giornale” in Chicago. “Il Giornale” grew rapidly, and within three years, Schultz acquired Starbucks, the company where he had previously worked as a marketing ...

After getting off at Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, we walked north along the Kamo River. As it was not yet time for dinner, we were searching for a cafe to spend some time in. Surprisingly, cafes weren’t as visible as expected. Following a narrow alley behind the riverside, we stumbled upon a new bridge, and across from it, we found a ...

On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea by opening its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee being more expensive than a regular meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Especially within a 1km radius of Gwanghwamun Square, it boasts the highest number of Starbucks ...

In the hub of transportation in the northwest of Seoul, you can find “Mesena Polis” near Hapjeong Station. Mesena Polis is a complex apartment located in Hapjeong, combining residential and commercial spaces to create a unique atmosphere. Completed in 2012, Mesena Polis stands out with a design reminiscent of a canyon, providing a distinctive experience different from other shopping malls ...

On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea by opening its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee being more expensive than a meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Becoming a global company following McDonald’s, Starbucks created a new global index, the Starbucks Index, following ...

Starbucks first opened its doors in Seattle on March 30, 1971. The name Starbucks is derived from the name of a sailor in the 19th-century American novel “Moby Dick,” named “Starbuck.” The person credited with growing Starbucks is Howard Schultz, but the initial beginnings started when three partners, Jerry Baldwin, Zev Siegl, and Gordon Bowker, opened a retail store selling ...

Starbucks is not only a personally inspiring space but also a place that garners significant attention. Originating from a small coffee shop in Seattle, the brand transformed its narrative by conceptualizing cafes as a “third space.” In South Korea, the Starbucks phenomenon began on July 27, 1999, with the opening of its first store in front of Ewha Womans University ...