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Playful animated characters, street dance fest
Even in bustling Hongdae in Mapo-gu, Seoul, you can feel a peaceful rural sensibility if you find the right place. Follow narrow and winding alleys and you will find just such a mood at a tiny shop named Kohukku Market. Named "Kohukku," which means "happiness" in Japanese, the store sells character
June 7, 2024 - 09:01:03
Fruity gelato, palace library and cat exhibition
Gnocchi Bar turns into summer fruit market Gnocchi Bar, a restaurant specializing in gnocchi in Hannam-dong, central Seoul that opened in 2018, has introduced a new seasonal menu, turning the store into a summer fruit market. Under the new theme, the restaurant is decorated with lemons, oranges, dra
May 31, 2024 - 09:00:58
Explore aquatic life, Nordic art, world food
Explore Play Aquarium Bucheon Feast your eyes on colorful fish and remarkable marine life at Play Aquarium Bucheon in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province. Though Play Aquarium Bucheon is not as big as the country’s better-known aquariums -- Lotte Aquarium and Coex Aquarium -- it still has everything there is
May 24, 2024 - 09:00:43
Luck of the draw
Revisit legendary comics at National Library, take in works by pop art masters, or relax in modern hotel with classic Korean inn vibe Explore legendary Korean comics Visit the National Library of Korea this weekend to explore a special exhibition that delves into the history of Korean comics, or ma
May 17, 2024 - 09:01:40
Art at the beach, vinyl cafe and animation exhibition
Enjoy art, beaches in Busan For those who plan to visit Busan this weekend and also happen to love art, Busan's largest art fair is not to be missed. The four-day art fair has returned, bringing together 129 galleries from 20 countries at Bexco. Special exhibitions such as “Herstory,” which highlig
May 10, 2024 - 09:01:12
Reptiles, Hangeul-theme cafe and circus on Nodeul Island
Explore world of reptiles Gecko‘s Republic, located right around the corner from Mangwon Station on Subway Line No. 6, is a mini reptile zoo housing a wide range of unique reptile species, including chameleons, turtles and lizards. The two-story building is an inviting spot not only for reptile ent
May 3, 2024 - 09:01:14
More than a library, street dance fests and glimpse of Venice Biennale
More than a library Throw yourself into the endless rows of bookshelves filled with various kinds of books. Located in Jung-gu, Seoul, near major transportation hub Seoul Station, Sohn Kee-chung Culture Library is a calm, peaceful library surrounded by a beautifully landscaped park and a walking tra
April 26, 2024 - 09:00:58
Life in miniature, spaces in time
Life in miniature Miniatures, or tiny meticulous artworks, are intuitive. No one has to be schooled about the way they should be looked at or studied. And that only puts added pressure on the artist to create a message navigating analogies and twists, without losing anyone in the process. Tatsuya Ta
April 19, 2024 - 09:01:13
Late bloomers
Cherry blossoms, spring poems and warm bowl of soup Enjoy last-minute cherry blossoms with less crowding With the arrival of spring in earnest in the last week or so, popular cherry blossom destinations in Seoul like Yeouido and Seokchon Lake have been packed with people day and night. If you wish t
April 12, 2024 - 09:01:36
Pies, cute stationery, Confucianism
Savoring leisure with warm pie and coffee If you're planning to embark on a journey from Seoul Station or just passing through the heart of Seoul, enjoy a warm pie for a meal that's a little different than the typical. Focal Point is a pie restaurant in at a brown brick building behind Seoul Station
April 5, 2024 - 09:01:40
High-end graffiti, LP bar and Gwanghwamun on roller coaster
Cyril Kongo’s first graffiti exhibition in Seoul French-Vietnamese graffiti artist Cyril Kongo’s first solo exhibition in Seoul kicked off March 14 at Museum Wave, bringing together some 45 works from the artist‘s early days to his collaborations with luxury brands such as Chanel, Hermes and Maserat
March 29, 2024 - 09:01:39
Indulge in the classics
Browse LPs in Heohyeon, get a glimpse of ancient Rome or surround yourself with movie magic LPs from yesteryear Jung-gu, home to Myeong-dong, a popular shopping district with Shinsegae Department Store and Lotte Department Store, is a bustling district filled with tourists and shoppers. Head to Hoeh
March 22, 2024 - 09:01:57
Taste the traditional: Folk museum performances, traditional liquor tasting and PSG store
The National Folk Museum of Korea, located next to Gyeongbokgung in Jongno-gu, central Seoul, hosts a Korean folk performance every Saturday at 3 p.m. in the museum's theater. The performance is free and seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Gracing the stage Saturday is the Kore
March 15, 2024 - 09:01:40
Unique interior decor, aviation museum, silent cafe
Decorate your space with colorful, unique props If you have recently moved into a new place, you may be looking for unique trinkets and small decorations to brighten up your space. Segment, a company that sells interior-related products from around the world, has opened an offline showroom. The two-
March 8, 2024 - 09:01:51
Learn Hangeul with Pinkfong, get a caricature done and treat yourself to expensive dessert
Learn Hangeul with Pinkfong If you have young children, nephews or nieces who are Pinkfong fans, head to Pinkfong Hangeul Playground at The Hyundai Seoul in Yeongdeungpo-gu, western Seoul with them this weekend. The Pinkfong Hangeul Playground, which opened Monday, is an offline experience area, wi
March 1, 2024 - 08:59:18
